The December 2019 update was one of the final major "stability" patches before Capcom moved toward Next-Gen (Ray Tracing) updates years later. For many players on older hardware, this version is considered "better" because: Compatibility
: The name of the legendary "Scene" group that cracked the game’s DRM (Digital Rights Management).
The "exttoresidentevil2updatev20191218incldlccodex473418" version is considered better because it transforms a great game into a complete one. It bridges the gap between a standard playthrough and a full-content immersion, ensuring that every costume, weapon, and extra mode is available from the start, all while running on the most stable version of the engine available at that time. It is, in essence, the final, uncompromised form of a modern horror classic.