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Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition official website and trailer now live

Holly Green — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 00:01:34 +0000

With all the fantastic games coming out in March, Capcom wants to remind you about a certain release called Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition. And so we have a new trailer and an official site launch!

The trailer showcases a bit of the bonus content contained in the Gold Edition, including the two new chapters “Desperate Escape” and “Lost In Nightmares“, as well as the new costumes for Chris and Shiva. You can also check out the just-launched official website, which has a detailed release calendar, screenshots of the new costumes, and more. For a taste of the XBOX 360 and PS3 covers, check out our updated Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition packshot gallery below.

Resident Evil: Gold Edition is available March 9, 2010.

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Resident Evil Gold Edition Official Site

Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition and DLC trailer

Holly Green — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:29:52 +0000

Fresh on the tail of some major Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition/Resident Evil 5 DLC news comes this trailer for “Lost In Nightmares”, the first bonus chapter in the upcoming batch of add-ons.

In other RE 5 DLC news, word has it that the UK ratings board has let the name of the next chapter slip. According to a recent document, the second chapter will be entitled “Desperate Escape”. As previously announced, Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition is expected to debut March 9th, the DLC starting February.

BBFC
via HellDescent

Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition arriving March 9th

Jason Leavey — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:30:37 +0000

Capcom has announced that the U.S. release, which elsewhere is called Resident Evil 5: Alternative Edition, will now be titled RE5: Gold Edition. This new edition will arrive in retail form, which will include a copy the game with all add-on content packed in for the PS3 version, and a download voucher for the content for Xbox version.

Don’t worry if you already own RE5 as you’ll be able to just download the new content. Planned for release are two new downloadable episodes, new costumes, and a new mode called “Mercenaries Reunion” which will feature 8 new playable characters, and weapon load outs. The downloadable episodes will be available in mid February.

Capcom

Update: Upcoming Resident Evil 5 DLC to include new characters, new chapter

Holly Green — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:39:31 +0000

How did I miss that Resident Evil 5 has new upcoming DLC? I guess in the sea of news items I read every day, that one slipped past my radar. No time like the present!

As previously revealed, the content package, entitled Resident Evil 5: Alternative Edition, features support for Playstation 3’s motion control and a flashback sequence entitled Lost In Nightmares (pictured above). It will also have new take on Mercenaries Mode called “The Mercenaries Reunion” which allows users to play as 8 new, previously unplayable characters. Also included are new costumes and an unspecified additional chapter.

The content will be available on a single disc with the full game version of RE5 plus DLC, or as downloadable items for PS3 or XBOX 360. No word on pricing for the West, yet, but so far the Japanese prices look pretty cheap.

One last interesting thing of note: the release date is listed as February 18. And as mentioned, the package will offer support for PS3’s motion control system to be released Spring 2010. Are they merely anticipating, or can we expect a release around that date? Only time, or another media leak, will tell.

AndriaSang
via Joystiq

Update: Capcom has officially announced the RE5 disc DLC content as Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition. While previously it was unknown if XBOX 360 users would have a chance to own a disc version of the game, (as PS3 users can also buy the Blu-ray version instead of downloading) it has been added that the XBOX 360 can purchase a DVD, which contains a “token for downloading”. The release date for the discs have also been updated to March 9, 2010, almost a full month after the date previously leaked. The content can be purchased in packs at earlier dates, with the Lost In Nightmares episode and the first costume pack available 2/17 on XBOX 360 and 2/18 on PS3. Expect the second chapter (currently untitled) and costume pack 2 to hit 3/3 on XBOX 360 and 3/4 on PS3.

Capcom’s MT Framework engine coming to the Wii

Christian Ponte — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:29:49 +0000

Yesterday’s Nikkei Report has made the statement that Capcom plans to bring their MT Framework engine to the Wii in order to increase development efficiency. The MT Framework engine was previously used on some of Capcom’s high-profile games, and its porting to the Wii essentially means that Capcom is hoping to bring their future games to all three major platforms without as much of a hassle or cost. In fact, by bringing the engine over, it will supposedly save 1/5th of the development costs and 1/3rd of the time compared to Capcom developing for the platforms separately.

What’s the significance? Well, it just so happens that MT Framework was the engine behind games such as Lost Planet 2 and Resident Evil 5. Get ready folks, they’ve just reopened up the can of worms for fans wanting a Resident Evil 5: Wii Edition. Weren’t they working on a motion-controlled version *cough*AlternativeEdition*cough* anyway? Might as well get a bang for their buck…

Andriasang

Resident Evil 5 Wii Edition still possible, still unlikely

Rhody — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 03:04:20 +0000

At a recent preview event for Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, Resident Evil 5 producer Masachika Kawata was once again asked about the chances of a version of Resident Evil 5 on the Wii. His initial response was more-or-less the same as the last time he was asked:

Hypothetically speaking, the Resident Evil 4 engine would work perfectly for replicating the gameplay but we would never be able to recreate the graphical quality. A gun shooting game like Darkside Chronicles makes much more sense for Wii so, in short, Resident Evil 5 Wii Edition isn’t likely to happen. Having said that, Cavia has surprised us with the quality of graphics in Darkside Chronicles, so it may actually be possible after all….

Darkside Chronicles certainly does look great. In fact, more people should use it as an example of what a Wii game should look like.

NowGamer

Wii-owning Resident Evil fans to be happy

Rhody — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:16:01 +0000

Resident Evil 5 is coming soon, for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. When questioned for what was probably the millionth time about a possible Wii version, Capcom Associate Product Marketing Manager Matt Dahlgren gave this reply:

It was made for the Xbox 360 and PS3. That being said, Nintendo Wii fans will be very happy very soon.

Oh, really? Just how happy? Resident Evil Umbrella Chronicles 2 happy? Resident Evil 5: Racism Till You Drop happy? How about Resident Evil 6 happy? Those are some pretty widely varying degrees of happiness. You may remember recent rumblings about the desire of Resident Evil 5 producer Masachika Kawata to make a Wii Resident Evil. Well, whatever Dahlgren was referring to, we’ll probably know soon.

Joystiq

Dead Rising and MotoGP make up stellar Capcom line up

Christian Ponte — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 21:00:39 +0000

Capcom needs to work on their press release headings. I read “Resident Evil^® 5, Street Fighter^® IV, Bionic Commando^®, Dead Rising^TM: Chop Till You Drop, FLOCK! and MotoGP^TM for Wii^TM Ready to Dominate the Console World” as being some megaton announcement for Wii owners. And then I read the rest of the release.

Still, it’s a good day when Dead Rising gets a firm release date for the Wii – you’ll be buying it on February 27th. If you insist on not chopping till your drop, MotoGP will also be available for Wii owners sometime in the middle of May. This is, of course, on top of the automatic purchases of Resident Evil 5 and Street Fighter IV, since some of us just don’t want to believe Jill is really dead. Or worse – the epitomy of “dead rising” in a game about zombies.

Capcom’s official press release can be read after the break.

CAPCOM TO DELIVER STELLAR LINE UP IN THE FIRST HALF OF 2009
Resident Evil^® 5, Street Fighter^® IV, Bionic Commando^®, Dead Rising^TM: Chop Till You Drop, FLOCK! and MotoGP^TM for Wii^TM Ready to Dominate the Console World

Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, has today confirmed that six of its upcoming titles will be released within the first half of 2009. The line-up demonstrates Capcom’s commitment to pursuing a multi-platform strategy while growing its portfolio of titles and includes the latest installments of some of gaming’s most cherished franchises.

Throughout 2008, Capcom was at the forefront of digital download titles and is set to continue this trend into 2009 and beyond. Capcom’s first downloadable game of the year, FLOCK!, is scheduled for release in early 2009 and will be available for Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®Network and Windows PC platforms. FLOCK! sees players take control of a UFO that is tasked with herding animals to its mothership through a variety of interactive levels utilizing physics-based gameplay. With over 50 levels in single player and co-op modes and a simple yet powerful level editor to extend the experience, FLOCK!’s unique theme, clever humor and easy pick-up-and-play controls will ensure a new twist on the puzzle genre.

The Street Fighter® series makes a very welcome return with Street Fighter® IV, which comes to the Xbox 360 and Sony Computer Entertainment’s PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system on February 17, 2009, followed by a Windows PC version set for release at a later date. The series which has amassed combined global sales of over 25 million units aims to put the fun back into the fighting genre and reignite the passion of the Street Fighter II era. Everything that made the legendary Street Fighter II a global hit is back in Street Fighter IV, with the addition of new characters (including fighters added just for the console version of the game), special moves and gameplay elements, providing challenges for even the most seasoned Street Fighter pro.

Infecting gamers and completing Capcom’s list of releases for February is Dead Rising™: Chop Till You Drop for the Wii, scheduled for release on February 27. Based on the smash Xbox 360 game (over one million copies sold to date), the humor and challenge that made the original a hit with gamers remains, while many core elements have been totally redesigned for the Wii platform and audience, taking zombie bashing to a whole new level. With the added functionality of the Wii Remote™, players will be able to shake off zombie attacks and swing and throw dozens of makeshift weapons (everything from chainsaws to baseball bats, soccer balls to café umbrellas) in order to survive.

Gamers around the globe have already written Friday the 13th, March 2009 on their calendars in blood red ink in order to mark the release of Resident Evil® 5. One of the industry’s most successful franchises brings the next generation of fear to Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3 systems. Resident Evil 5 promises to set a new standard in action gaming with amazing graphics and both online and split-screen co-operative gameplay on a single console.

Also scheduled for release in March is MotoGP™ for the Wii. Due to hit retail in the middle of March to coincide with the pre-season activity for the 2009 MotoGP™ season, the title turns the Wii Remote into a set of virtual handlebars as players compete across the three race classes in single races, a full championship or a series of challenge stages. Different handling models and AI rider characteristics allow ease of entry for riders of all skills whether a seasoned bike racing fan or new to the genre.

Completing this impressive line up is Bionic Commando, the true sequel to the retro classic with an injection of next gen power, coming within the first half of the year. The title will be initially available for gamers on Xbox 360 and Sony Computer Entertainment’s PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, with the Windows PC version following shortly afterwards. Bionic Commando harnesses the power of the latest generation of hardware to fully exploit the swing mechanic that made the original title so unique. Using the powers of the bionic arm to swing between towering skyscrapers, punch cars, pummel opponents and grab distant enemies, players can gain a tactical advantage to progress through the compelling single player campaign and take on all comers in online multiplayer modes.

A Resident Evil 5 Wii port will be difficult for Capcom

Ryan — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:41:50 +0000

With the amazing controls that were added to the Wii Edition of Resident Evil 4, it would seem foolish not to think about a possibility of a Resident Evil 5 port. Capcom has indeed been pondering this question, the game’s producer, Jun Takeuchi, has stated:

Hmm…honestly speaking, we’re kind of pushing the 360 and PS3 to their limits right now, so it would probably be pretty difficult to create a Wii version of RE5.

Even though a Wii port at this position seems difficult, I can’t help but get the feeling of “Sour Grapes” from various Wii fans/haters that have stated, “If Capcom doesn’t do it, it probably wouldn’t be any good anyways.”

Destructoid

E3 2008 – Resident Evil 5 hands-on impressions

Joey — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:15:15 +0000

In a private meeting with Capcom today, we were given the chance to try out Resident Evil 5 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. As everybody knows, the immensely popular Resident Evil 4 was given several “Game of the Year” awards from many prominent gaming critics back when it first came out in 2005. The sequel to RE4 takes the radical changes found in that game and enhances them even further to create a title that looks and plays just beautifully.

The basic controls for Resident Evil 5 are very similar to those found in RE4 in that it is an over-the-shoulder 3rd person survival horror game. While RE4 looked incredible on the GameCube, Resident Evil 5 looks absolutely gorgeous on the 360 and PS3. The environments are incredibly detailed, making them seem that much more terrifying and foreboding. The swarms of enemies that charge after your character are each animated with such care that they seem like unique individuals rather than hollow, nameless masses.

As for the gameplay itself, it is both intense and fast paced, as you are thrown into dangerous situations with very intelligent enemies that greatly outnumber you. While you still are unable to run and shoot, I personally believe this staple mechanic to Resident Evil gameplay makes the game that much more intense.

One thing that has slightly changed from RE4 is impact your health status has on the way your character moves and performs. While Leon’s running speed greatly slowed as he took damage in RE4, Chris Redfield’s vision blurs, and his movement slows to a limp as his health reaches critical levels. This is where your partner, Sheva, comes into play.

Although it may initially look like this new character is RE5’s version of Ashley, Sheva actually proves to be a vital assistant both in combat and puzzle solving. If you are hurt, she will hurry to your side and use a health item on you to keep you alive. At one point in the game, you are unable to reach a high ledge, so you boost her up in order to help you move forward.

Finally, one other change that players will notice is the inventory screen. While Resident Evil 4 paused the game and took players out of the action when the inventory menu was pulled up, RE5 loads it right over the game itself, requiring you to switch weapons on the fly in the heat of battle. Once again, this only increases the tension and sense of urgency felt by the player.

Overall Resident Evil 5 is one of the most promising games I have played this year at E3. It is going to be an incredible experience once this game is released this March.

For more coverage of RE5, check out our videos above, and check back later this week for impressions from our other staff members.