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Resident Evil 5 demo now infects XBLM worldwide

by Richard Mitchell { 9 months ago }

Attention Resident Evil fans not currently living on the island nation of Japan: The Resident Evil 5 demo is now available to Xbox Live Gold members everywhere ~~(except Germany)~~. The demo contains two levels and allows for co-op play both offline and over Xbox Live. There don't appear to be any major differences between this demo and the demo that was released in Japan last month, so don't expect any surprises if you managed to play it before. Actually, there might be one surprise: It probably won't stop working week from now.

Go ahead and queue up your download right now. While you're waiting, why not check out our impressions of the Japanese demo after the break? It'll do you good.

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Resident Evil 5: Capcom says 16 player listing on pack art is wrong

by Xav de Matos { 9 months ago }

Resident Evil has largely been a single-player affair but Capcom looks to change that trend with a fully realized co-op mode in the upcoming Resident Evil 5. It seems that gamers are excited enough about the possibilities a two-player Resident Evil 5 can bring but for a brief moment it looked like the game included a 16 player multiplayer mode.

Originally discovered by D+Pad, the UK pack shot of Resident Evil 5 lists support for up to 16 players via system link. At first the Internet didn't know what to think until Capcom told Videogaming247 that the pack shot was correct but declined any further comment. While the Internet went into frenzy mode about a potential 16 player zombie hunt, Capcom again contacted Videogaming247, this time confirming the art was indeed an error, saying, "Turns out our pack art was wrong!"

So there you have it, kids. Resident Evil 5 will only include a two-player co-op mode. It's new enough for the series, right? Baby steps, people.

'New' Resident Evil 5 trailer hits the web, XBLM

by Richard Mitchell { 9 months ago }

As we so craftily implied with the quotes in the above headline, this Resident Evil 5 trailer isn't technically new. It was actually shown at the 2008 Tokyo Game Show. The catch, you see, is that it was only shown at the Tokyo Game Show, and we were all prevented from seeing it in its full, high definition glory. But that was the past, as the trailer is now available to one and all and it's a doozy. Seriously, this sucker is over five minutes long. It's probably the closest look at the game's story that we've been given so far -- what's Umbrella doing in an African cave? -- and it has a extra strength dose of Wesker. Be sure to watch the whole thing, as Jill Valentine makes a cameo (of sorts).

Also, for those who'd rather watch from the couch, the trailer is now available on Xbox Live Marketplace as well.

Resident Evil 5 CE exposed, $90 for admission

by Dustin Burg { 9 months ago }

If your Resident Evil 5 obsession is so great that you're comfortable with the idea of spending $90 to bring RE5 zombie killing into your home, then we have the perfect spending solution.

Capcom just revealed what'll be included in the Resident Evil 5 Collector's Edition (pictured above) and also confirming that it'll be priced at $89.99. Fret not though, because the CE looks to be worth some (if not all) of the additional cost. Not only will gamers get the actual RE5 game disc, but will also be treated to Steel Book packaging, game manual, a Chris Redfield figure, Tricell messenger bag, BSAA patch, and a swank Kijuju African necklace. It's quite the nice CE.

Gallery: Resident Evil 5 Collector's Edition

Watch out, it's RE5's Kijuju episode 2

by Richard Mitchell { 9 months ago }

It looks like the second video in the Resident Evil 5 Kijuju viral campaign has been unlocked. Featuring Chris Redfield and an unnamed, attractive lady friend, the video further showcases Redfield's inability to deal with reality after the events of Resident Evil 5. As Chris stays up to watch the sun rise with his date, his mind flashes back to the horrors of Kijuju. So, basically, it's exactly the same stuff that happened in the first video only in a different setting. But hey, at least we get some gameplay footage, including a particularly nasty split-chinned crocodile / squid monster. Really, that's just not something you see every day.

And, in case you missed the first episode, we've embedded it after the break.

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RE5 demo to include new 'action controls' option [update]

by Dustin Burg { 9 months ago }

Update: While the new demo will include the option to use the new action controls, were were mistaken in regards to what the action controls let you do. They WILL NOT let you move and shoot at the same time, but will allow aiming with the right thumbstick. Furthermore, the action controls were present in the Japanese demo that was released last month. X3F apologizes for the error.

While browsing through Capcom's wordy Resident Evil 5 demo press release, we came across an interesting nugget of information that'll even pique the interest of those who already ninja-played the Japanese RE5 demo.

Specifically, with the upcoming demo, Capcom will let gamers "choose between the classic 'Resident Evil'-style controls or switch to the newer 'Action' controls inspired by games like 'Gears of War 2' and 'Halo 3.'" Yes sir, the new action controls will be accessible in the new demo ~~and will actually let players move AND shoot at the same time. Epic win!~~ and let you aim with the right stick.

Resident Evil 5 demo goes global later this month, debuting exclusively on the 360

by Dustin Burg { 9 months ago }

For those who weren't able to score Resident Evil 5 demo access thanks to it being Japanese exclusive, you'll be happy to hear that the demo will be releasing onto the worldwide Xbox Live Marketplace the week of January 26th. As promised! Best part, the RE5 demo will be premiering exclusively on the Xbox 360, meaning that our friends over on the PS3 platform will have to wait ~~a yet to be determined amount of time~~ one week while 360 owners bask in the RE5 demo glow.

The global release Resident Evil 5 demo will be nearly identical to its Japanese counterpart, featuring two levels from the campaign as well as both Live and local co-op support

CES 09: It's Resident Evil 5 on a seven story screen

by Dustin Burg { 10 months ago }

Schmoozing it up at the Capcom hosted Resident Evil 5 partay at Vegas' Planet Hollywood, team Joystiq was kind enough to share with us how insanely amazing the setup was for the RE5 demo. Picture a seven story tall screen, RE5 goodness on the building's exterior and humungo Kijuju text everywhere. It's a seriously chilly-amazing RE5 experience. Video after the break.

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Resident Evil 5 theatrical trailer is Weskerific

by Richard Mitchell { 10 months ago }

The new theatrical trailer for Resident Evil 5 contains a few very important things. We have not-zombies on motorcycles, a damsel in distress, military machismo, a gigantic triple-jawed crocodile and Albert Wesker. You remember Wesker, don't you? He's that jerk from the other Resident Evil games. He says something about "six billion cries of agony" and the birth of a "new balance." Six billion? Isn't that, like, everyone on earth? Oh, Albert Wesker, you rascal.

Resident Evil 5 and Star Ocean 4 bundles headed to Japan

by Richard Mitchell { 10 months ago }

Microsoft has announced that two new Xbox 360 bundles are headed to Japan. The first is a Star Ocean 4 bundle which will be available February 19 and will include an Xbox 360 Arcade unit with 256MB of internal memory, a faceplate and a soundtrack CD for ¥24,800 ($263). The second is a Resident Evil 5 bundle which will include a 60GB Xbox 360 Pro console, the Resident Evil 5 Deluxe Edition and a headset. The Deluxe Edition -- which appears to be different from the Limited Edition announced last month -- comes in a collector's tin case and includes a soundtrack CD. The Resident Evil 5 bundle is set to arrive in Japan on March 5 and will sell for ¥34,800 ($370).

Source - techPowerUp! Forums -- Xbox 360 gets Star Ocean 4 and Resident Evil 5 bundles
Source - gamesindustry.biz -- Japan to receive Resident Evil 5 Xbox bundle

Resident Evil 5 Demo graphical comparison called in favor of the Xbox 360

by Xav de Matos { 10 months ago }

Resident Evil 5 is going to look fantastic no matter where you play it but when the two console demos are put head-to-head, which one do you think has the graphical edge? You guessed it, it's the Xbox 360.

Dot50Cal over at The-Horror.com put together a fantastic gallery of screen shots from both versions of the demo. While both look great, Dot50Cal notes that the Xbox 360 version appears to be a few builds ahead of the PS3; shadows and sharpness appear to be the major difference. But don't go too crazy X-heads, these comparisons are based on a demo and not the final game and some only show very small differences. Check out Dot50Cal's images for a closer look.

Jump in for another shot showcasing very small differences.

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Video: Resident Evil 'Survivor' Retrospective

by Xav de Matos { 10 months ago }

On March 13, 2009, Resident Evil 5 runs into stores with modern zombie swiftness. Being that the latest installment is the first time the franchise has ever hit the Xbox platform, X-heads are more than a little excited. Need a primer for some of the Resident Evil story? GameTrailers has released the Survivor Retrospective, a spoiler-rich look back at the adventures of fan-favorite characters Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield.

Chew on some new Resident Evil 5 footage

by Richard Mitchell { 10 months ago }

Hot on the heels of the recent Resident Evil 5 press event -- that our jerk friends at Joystiq got to attend -- Capcom has seen fit to release some new gameplay footage. We've got two brand new videos (find them after the break), both of them chockful of not-zombie slaying goodness. Explosions, machine guns, shotguns, incendiary grenades, chainsaws and freaky weird parasite behavior: these videos have got it all. Oh, and just so we're clear that these aren't technically zombies, you can learn why headshots aren't always the best idea at about 1:13 in the second video.

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Joystiq plays new Resident Evil 5 levels, X3F ... doesn't

by Richard Mitchell { 10 months ago }

So, how would you all like to hear about some new Resident Evil 5 levels? Joystiq recently got the chance to check out not one, but two new Resident Evil 5 levels, including a boss! Us, well, we got to play the demo at least, but don't think for one second that that's enough to stave off our jealousy. Oh, no. Just to give you an idea of what's in store when you inevitably click the source link below, here's a choice quote we've pulled from the piece: "a boss fight against a giant, flying bat/hornet/cow creature."

Yeah, Joystiq better watch its back. That's all we're saying.

Resident Evil 5 gets African box arted

by Dustin Burg { 10 months ago }

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Fresh from the printer and ready to make its worldwide debut is new Resident Evil 5 box art that comes complete with an eerie Kijuju feel, a touch of Africa and a dash of "you got my back, I got yours." We think the RE5 box art can be best described by the ever eloquent Capcom's PR folks. Ahem ...

"The new box art imagery gives players a sneak peak into the nightmarish world of Resident Evil 5 as the art shows off the most thrilling new features in the game including the action-packed new 2-player co-op, the setting of Kijuju where light and darkness bring new horror and mysterious scribbling that represent a fear that no fan will forget...."

Gallery: Resident Evil 5