First REAL Resident Evil 5 review

Just as expected, GamePro Germany indeed had the first "real" world-exclusive review for Resident Evil 5.
Important details and scans are in the article. Minor spoilers included.

[Killzowned]

93 with those terrible controls? Something smells a-rye.

[Fishy Fingers]

"Something smells a-rye. "

Why because he has a difference of opinion than yourself?

[Killzowned]

It's evident that the fanbase is pretty much divided into one of two categories:

Love it

HATE IT

The out-dated controls feel clunky and slow, there's more horror in how Capcom made the controls feel than the actual game which boils down to a generic looking game.

[Why dis]

We all know why you feel that way.(DEMO 2nd on PS3 and game graphical differences)

If more good reviews come in I may buy this yet.

EDIT

After reading the review I'm going to add performance differences to my list of reasons why you feel this way assuming they reviewed the 360 version too.

[Chris399]

Wait, it has co-op and some "shininess" added (off-set by last-gen facial and body animations).

As consumers, we really should speak with our dollars more. Currently, the message we're sending is:

"It's alright, no need to get creative or interesting, no need to change anything, just give me more of the same!"

Look at what happens to movies when they hit their "5th" or "6th" iteration. The quality degrades, the scripting goes to hell and the franchise is usually scheduled for a "reboot" - i.e. James Bond, Batman.

This game, as well as the SNES port of Chrono Trigger DS are prime examples of how dense consumers are. At least Chrono Trigger DS has no pretense about ripping people off, it's the EXACT SAME GAME that it was all those years ago.

That's alright though, developers will keep pumping out the crap and we'll put on our bibs, grab a spoon and take another big helping of sh#t.

Anyone who has dignity or appreciates the value of a dollar should rent this game.

P.S. "Why dis", POG, the mart, whoever you are, I've played both the 360 and PS3 demos and they suck, equally; they play identically (in terms of performance). The crap controls and last-gen animations/ gameplay exists on BOTH versions. Congrats to you for posting a comment longer than 3 words or "lol" or "Xboxz rulz" though, you're learning how to communicate, good for you.

[Graphics Whore]

Why-Dis, except for the fog/dust in the Assembly Area, the game looks damn near identical. I downloaded both versions to compare and honestly there's not that big of a difference, even with the old TGS 2008 Build. It's really minor things, the textures and shaders are all the same quality in bit-maps etc.

[donator]

I really wanted to like RE5, but the horror/suspense is gone. I still vividly remember the very first zombie you run into from RE1 in the mansion, but nothing really sticks out for me in RE5, in the demo anyway.

I can understand the tank mechanic and why it theoretically could create suspense, but the "zombies" just sprint at you, stop, and examine you. Hopefully that is just a difficult issue in the demo. Dead Rising and their zombies? Now that was suspense.

[plain rice]

if that helps you sleep at night, continue with your false assumptions.

[Microsoft Xbox 360]

RE5 will not live up to the hype.

[YonasJonas]

You don't even know what generic is. Yeah, I see a ton of games with a horror theme set in the African region. Sorry all games can't be one of your generic first person shooters like Call of Duty, which is apparently the only type of game you know how to play.

RE5 GotY 2009 confirmed so take that you n4g hive minded generic fps lovers. You just got biozoned!

[Rob0g0rilla]

It looks identical. Any regular human being won't be able to tell a difference if they PLAYED each version. I was actually surprised how identical they were after seeing how bad Lost Planet was on PS3. And that's a poor excuse as to why people don't like this game.

[cayal]

I like how people think, because they have played BOTH demos, they are an expert on the game.

Classic internet arrogance.

[silvacrest]

from what i have read, people commenting on playing both demos are only comparing graphics

[Marquis_de_Sade]

Why Dis, are you oblivious to the rampant screen tearing present on the 360 demo? If it's anything like that in the full release, your argument is void.

[Beast_Master]

People complain about the Tank Controls, but I think RE fans would be screaming bloody murder if they would have tweeked the controls too far from RE4. RE4 won game of the year with Tank Controls and this game will be getting alot of high grades weather you hate the controls or not.

[lordgodalming]

@Whydis: "After reading the review ..."

So you speak German, do you? Then you won't mind me saying, I habe gedacht, dass es unmöglich wäre, dass ich Adriana Lima hassen könnte. Aber jetzt hast du's getan. Kongratulationen.

On topic, I guess I'm the only one who's actually getting more excited about RE5. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the fourth one, and Capcom seems to have included some real fan service in this game.

[Doppy]

I think that's a great score, but I haven't played the entire game so I don't know. For those of you who complain about the controls, don't hate and don't get it. Buy FEAR 2 and Killzone 2 instead I'm sure they'll be great games also.

[bunbun777]

Not that everyone 's opinions are not valid....

but if you actually played RE4-- are you really that upset with the controls? With a sequel that incorporates a lot from 4?

We seem to have those that are fondly reminiscing about the early RE days, thats cool. Then we have those that keep screaming theres a divide and some hate it. But are any of these haters people that played 4?

If you didnt like 4, then don't expect 5 to resurrect the series. But if you did enjoy it, I see nothing to indicate that we are in for less of an experience. Does anyone even care about the story?

After seeing so many people complain about the controls I almost wish they would make them even more difficult. If you can't run and gun--- then you can't run and gun--its that easy.

Anyone remember the time trials on RE4 --how fast you had to "run and gun" to get the multipliers up and keep the copter from landing? Yea, that was fast paced, and I think the majority of people complaining don't know what they are talking about in respect to RE4.

[ThanatosDMC]

What people are complaining about is that the gameplay seems "out dated" especially the whole 5-9 "zombies" run at you just to stop then attack you one at a time.

Also, for a special forces or extremely train operative, why cant you at least walk at a direction while shooting?

Again, it must be old now or redundant that this game keeps on getting compared to Dead Space but in Dead Space enemies dont attack one at a time nor do they slow down just to give you enough reaction time to stop them from ripping you a new one. It's unrealistic for an enemy to stop when you're wide open.

The melee is also subject to this tank control. You arent allowed to step forward and shred your enemies lungs out. You wait for them to slice you up first before you can retaliate or you go up to them, stop, pull out your knife just to get hit.

Inventory better be increased in the game. Leon S. Kennedy carried more items than both of them.

[Sarcasm]

If RE5 stayed a PS3 exclusive, we'd get a hundred articles about "No innovation" "Horrible Controls" "Broken Online" "Below Average Graphics"
and the list would go on and on and on and the scores would be 6/10, 7/10, 8/10.

But since it's a multiplatform title, it'll do just fine in the media.

[onomix]

I enjoyed more RE5 then Killzone 2. I couldn't care less about what you guys think. I'm going to buy RE5 and Street Fighter IV and play it on my PS3. I'm not going to play Killzone 2, because I did not like the beta. Have fun bashing RE5 and its controls. While i'm enjoying the demo.

[ThanatosDMC]

If you like RE5 or these type of games, try Dead Space or even Dark Sector since it's only $9.99. Dark Sector is "ok" it's fun but the story is utter crap.

I'm not really an FPS kind of guy so i see your point. But i all ready paid for Killzone 2 and they all ready got my money.

RE5 even if i may not agree with how they implemented the controls and the gameplay itself, im buying it for co-op. It's rare these days to find a game that focuses with co-op online. L4D and Haze is fun with co-op. AI suck no matter what game we play, they always always get in our way.

[Danja]

well these kinda acores are to be expected , The demo left me a lil diasppointed ..not gonna lie..

But i've been supporting this Franchise from the PS1 days and RE:4 was one of my fave games from last gen , and i've been looking forward to playing RE:5 ..

so control scheme I wouldn't say it's broken , it's just really outdated compared to how well and smooth the controls in Dead Space felt , but it RE:4 controls and Gameplay with HD garphics , so even though I was expecting a lil more , im sure if it plays like RE:4 , then it's gonna still be a good game...

gonna rent 1st though cancelled my preorder a couple days ago..might buy if I like it...

[majorsuave]

There are a lot of restrictions for violent video games in Germany. Most games are heavily edited for the German market. At work, we have a checklist of things to be flagged for the German version.

It is very likely that RE5 is not "exactly" the same game reviewed by Germans that whet it will be for the ROW.

I could be wrong of course, but keep in mind that a German review is often not made while watching the whole picture.

[Graphics Whore]

Ah, that's disappointing, Action Game Confirmed.

[killzone2flop]

Here's hoping Resident Evil 5 gets better Reviews than K** **** 2 which has turned out to be a disappointment.

[PoSTedUP]

yea i know right because i depend on a game getting a better score than another game for my entertainment....

[NegativeCreep427]

You're stupidity and d*ck-headed fanboyism is seriously getting to the point where someone needs to put US out of our misery and smother you in your sleep.

Any takers?

[Gobuz]

You really are a fu*king tw*t...

Someone please ban this retard.

[CliffyBee]

Killzone2flop = pp?

I think so.

BOT

[Chris399]

Rental.

[Fishy Fingers]

Ha, me to. Didn't enjoy the demo that much and dont see it having much longevity with me. Rent until SFIV I think.

[ia_studio]

I don't care how many times you guys bash the controls I'm buying this game day one, I really enjoyed the demo.

did anyone hear the capcom guy talking about what he was talking

[drewdrakes]

How long did you guys give yourselves to get used to the controls?

[Helghast Slayer]

Hmm 93 for a last gen game with HD graphics, lack of character animations, lack of dialog and a horrendous control scheme? Guess the saying if *insert exclusive* where multiplat it would be given a free pass and undeserved high scores is fast coming to fruition.

For all the people that might disagree just know that i've played the demo and if the retail game is anything like the demo then this review is definitely flawed.

Gamers this day-and-age are way too easily pleased. $100 bucks down here in AUS is a blood lot and i'll be damned if i spend it on a polished turd. The days of "godly RE games" are gone mate. Sad but true.

[Why dis]

LOL

[Helghast Slayer]

@ ^^^

Something a little more constructive would be nice. But hey, whatever tells you you're normal.

[Killzowned]

It's POG he's a waste of human space.

He's still a virgin, but he would argue that he lost his virginity to back of his Xbox 360's ethernet port and think that's having sex.

[MerkinMax]

I hope you know the PS3's Ethernet port doesn't count either... JK

[Kleptic]

I have to agree...

if RE5 keeps up with this score...it might be the highest rated game that I will purposely never play...

[XxSpiiKeZxX]

I can personally agree with yu
i played the demo today and i can say im a bit dissapointed
if the retail is indeed like the demo than what is the whole
F-ing point of reviewz there so complicated
KZ2 gettin criticized for small things like co-op
since when does a game need co-op and this game doesnt have multiplayer yet no reviewers point this out

Resident Evil 5 has potential but the gameplay suckz ass
i thought this game was gonna be fast paced since its supposed to be a "survival horror" but with enemies walking to you i could jus run like nothing

I also thought since it was 3rd person it was gonna have similar mechanics to MGS4 where u could do more then RE5
i mean u have to frigiin stop for every action...is that next-gen
i dont think so

graphics are good but there is no interaction with enviromental except for boxes and oranges that leave u no choice but to get the hidden ammo since youll run out

that is another issue i hate havin to stand still with th epistol and get a headshot since i have to save the ammo

[Helghast Slayer]

Oh and i forgot, it doesn't reinvent the genre. This deserves an 8.7 at best. Man if i was a reviewer i would rip apart non deserving games and expose these pass givers(American sites) for the the double standards they give towards the "name" of a game instead of the actual gameplay and technical features it has.

[Sasanova]

gtfo, horrible controls, garbage AI, copy and paste from RE4...hardly deserves a 9.

[enviable27]

Well from the demo I can say RE4 was better since you didnt have 15 zombies in the same room at the same time with a POS camera system and crappy controls, so I really wouldnt get RE4 into this.

[YonasJonas]

It's just a revamped RE4 camera system. Only difference from 4 is now you use both thumb sticks, which is a lot better because now you have more control. Maybe you should try to learn how to play it instead of jumping on the n4g bandwagon. It plays just fine if you're not a complete noob.

[enviable27]

Just because ur a Blind FanBoy of this franchise doesn't mean this game is not flawed, maybe when you spend your $60 on this gimped game it will help you realize its the best game in the world.

[YonasJonas]

You're right I will think still think it's the best game in the world because I loved the demo, and thought RE4 was the greatest single player of all time, and this is an evolution on that game. It's you sorry n4g suckers who don't know how to play it who are complaining because you're a bunch of noobs.

[enviable27]

Wow, let me guess your prob a Christmas noob, if you actually consider Re4 as the best SP game, anyways from how you write you're prob like what 11 or 12.. yeah...and then you say N4G suckers?? If you think of the people here like that why would you want to be part of it?? Thats great that you think the game is the best in the WORLD from the demo....lol anyhow good luck in life and in the gaming world getting schooled.

[Ju]

Call me a noob or whatever, but I agree. The controls are horrible. I mean, OK, I could imagine why someone would do this in the first place. Because they were experimenting (with like previous RE games ?). But this is a proven franchise from a proven developer in 2009. Time moves on. I can't play this game. I think it looks great, but the demo was frustrating to me. I have constantly to think about what button to press, to run away and how to get amo. Aiming is a pain. The AI is weird. These guys run at you and all of a sudden start a "moonwalk" (well, slo-mo). To make it short, call me a noob, a noob who will let this one go.

[Simon_Brezhnev]

u know this game going to get a free pass probably score better graphics then killzone just because its on 360

[LightningPS3PS3]

No kidding. I wonder what RE5 does to revolutionize. Maybe it's that I keep pressing O and Sheva keeps saying the same two words over and over, Roger and Okay.

Or maybe that little cut scene of those Zombies that busted in through the roof when I was already outside.

[DARK WITNESS]

please don't start that..

both 360 and ps3 Fans are divided on this. i have lots of 360 fans who are not buying the game cos they don't like it.

it has nothing to do with killzone2.

and anyone thinking this score means its going to be game of the year... did you think the same thing when GTA 4 was getting all the high scores and got some game of the year remarks back then...

people just don't learn.

[orakga]

Being the ONLY online co-op game coming out in the first half of this year... (or potentially this entire year), I was really hoping this game would be better. But:

1) Did you guys actually TRY playing a co-op game online WITH A FRIEND? It is soooo poorly implemented that it goes right back to my blog claim that the Japanese are still clueless about how to make online games.

This is how it works: You first open a "closed" game, then you send an invite THROUGH THE XMB (ZOMG seriously??) to a friend, and then the other person has to accept it THROUGH THE XMB. The best part is that half the time the XMB won't even tell you that you received an invite. I have two PS3s sitting side-by-side so I eventually figured it out, but most people are going to have a ball trying to figure this out on their own.

(note: to be fair, they were probably just trying to mirror the XBLA invite process on the PS3. But stil...)

2) Forget about the tank controls for a sec. RE4's over-the-shoulder thing is so overrated (for today's gaming scene), and RE5 is a classic example of the "if it ain't broke, dun fix it" status quo approach to game design. I never imagined that I would actually say this, but if the co-op feature wasn't included, I think Dead Space would be the hands-down better game for the "horror" genre. It played waaaay better, and at least it tried something new.

I'm sad... I really wanted a good co-op game for once.

I guess I'll still have SF4, KZ2 and Yakuza 3 though.. perhaps I should be grateful.

[San Frandisco]

good point that dude made about it bieng "terror action game" oriented...
i downloaded the demo today and tried it and WTF man? garbage controls for a "next-gen" RE.

ive ben using that damn tank controls for a decade now and sh!t gets old-theres not even a freaking option to choose it.

the visuals were great to me imo but thats about it---i was gunna buy it but co-op only goes so far untill it hits rock bottom,so ill just stick to a rent or just not at all since ill be busy playing others anyways. (killzone 2 sucka's).

[Why dis]

I'v noticed most the people bashing this game either have KZ avatars or mention KZ2 in their posts. Hmmm.

Wait for more reviews.

This turn on games like GTA4 and Resi 5 makes me fear FF13's fate (in the Sony camp)

[San Frandisco]

Red ring of crabs still got ya huh?
keep scratchin. :)

[Killzowned]

FF13 is being released first on PS3 and the lead platform is PS3.

Xbox fanboys, always a step behind (in intelligence).

[strotee]

So now people cannot be critical of games without sounding like a "fanboy" (in your eyes)? *doubt you'll find one reasonable PS3 fan who will say every PS3 game is perfect and not need tweaking in one area or another* Give me a break, we need to let developers know if and when something doesn't work so they can fix it. We pay them, not the other way around.

I cannot truthfully give my opinion on RE5 since I've only downloaded it so far, but most, if not all, games should allow you to customize the controls. Having an attitude that prevents you from criticizing a game is telling developers they are perfect and only what they say counts/works/etc.

[Why dis]

It only takes a few times(Sarcasm)to express that, not every room with the same people complaining about the same things as if trying to shape opinion or telling gamers how to feel about this game.

I'm sure folks would say the same thing to me if I *hunted* down every Forza or GT5 submission I could find to express my disappointment.

[dazzalfc]

@ Why Dis...

I think the only reason you're not pointing out bad points on Xbox 360 games is because you spend the majority of the time posting negative stuff about the Playstation 3

[Darkseider]

I don't know what planet you are from but graphically they are nearly identical. As for people with killzone avatars bashing RE5 well that's your opinion. I don't have a KZ avatar and am no big fan of RE5 at all. The controls, no matter what excuse is used, are very clunky. The AI in the demos, both of them, is HORRIBLE. Co-op I cannot comment on as I have not tried it but if the single player demo left me less than satisfied I doubt that the co-op will sway my opinion. Currently for me this game is a rental and nothing else. I wish I could be more positive about the game but there is nothing there for me to be positive about. I own all of the RE series and have loved them all, particularly RE1 and RE4 and wish that I could say the same about this one.

[bunbun777]

As someone who's opinion I respect on N4g, and because you say you enjoyed RE4, may I ask what the big difference is in RE5? When you enjoyed RE4, were the controls detrimental to the experience? And in your opinion, was the AI that much different?

I will accept that as new gen games come up- that controls can be improved, that AI can always be improved... but so far because there are so few games that have given me such a positive reaction such as RE4, that I feel RE5 almost gets a pass just for being more of the same.

Thanks.

[lithp]

The OPM review was fake?

[bamyrick226]

this demo is crap, looks good, bad controls. if this was ps3 exclusive the fact that you cant walk and shoot alone would kill the review scores. go ahead and disagree if you want, its just the truth. and its bullsh1t

[Ghoul]

im MORE worried about the statement thtat saving is ONLY after each chapter. WICH SUXXX

[darkdoom3000]

I never thought I would say this... but... I want my Ink Ribbons back.

[monkey602]

Seriously??! I'm not reading reviews of this because I know I'm buying regardless. But no Ink Ribbons? man that sucks. Thats like a chunk of resi history missing. And if there is only saving after chapters then Chapters are going to be short, Therefore breaking the gameplay up a lot.

[d3l33t]

personally i think thats what will make it so interesting. I find it amusing that people thought the game was too difficult, its a giant zombie horde people what do you expect!? RE5 does a great job picking up where the last one left off with improved physics and gameplay. So many people judging the game within the demo, you havent even seen the REAL monsters that await you. What about the challenging puzzles that await?! And seriously people you consider yourself 'hardcore' gamers yet controls is your number one complaint?

You have become spoiled people! No one would have dreamed of a co-op on ps2. I for one am impressed! Get a grip people RE5 is almost here!

[YonasJonas]

Get biozoned haters!

[Why dis]

Going to get this, the co-op will be a blast with a friend. They may also patch other features and settings later.

I miss Japanese drama I'm going to shell out the cash now. I think this game will get a lot of 9's to say the least.

[enviable27]

GOTY??? More like the biggest disappointment of 2009... LMAO :)

[dustgavin]

Wouldn't you need friends first? Unless you are counting killzone2flop.

[Microsoft Xbox 360]

This game has been held back by the 360. If the game was exclusively developed for the PS3, maybe the dev team would actually have time to come up with better controls and AI. The M$ checks just keep coming though.

[Why dis]

Thats why its inferior on PS3 ;)

[NegativeCreep427]

Someone needs to make a poster with Why dis's picture on it that reads: "If you do drugs while you're pregnant, this is what will happen."

[Why dis]

I would make an ad like that with my endorsement(face) on it using users such as yourself as examples any day.

[karlostomy]

Yeah ... it IS inferior on ps3.

Quote from the article:
"...The PS3 version suffers a few glitches here and there, but they are not heavy."
"...Added to the PS3 graphics score was a note that the PS3 version suffers minor issues"

hmmm... guess the glitch-free version is only to be had on the 360.

Looks like the cell didn't cut the mustard again.

[Deadman64]

having lead doesnt matter. EA did ps3 lead on skate 2...and 360 turned out better.

[MerkinMax]

and your bubbles are slowly diminishing...

[likedamaster]

" having lead doesnt matter. EA did ps3 lead on skate 2...and 360 turned out better."

Same story last gen. History repeats itself. Ouch!

[karlostomy]

what, just because yet another multiplat is worse on ps3, you feel the need to take away my bubbles?

DUDE!

That's sooo childish!

get a life.

[TheColbertinator]

Sad to see RE5 abandoning its roots.I like the demo but the horror aspect is gone.In fact back in the 90s,Capcom had touted RE/biohazard as the first survival horror game which was daring since only books and movies really nailed it down.Capcom surprised me with RE and delivered a spook fest like no other.

I loved RE4 and its one of the few games I would give it a 100/100.It was scary a couple times,thrilling,spooky,and finally reshaped the RE gameplay and gaming altogether.

Will RE5 be better than RE4?I don't think so.However its still gonna be a good one on March.

[Rob0g0rilla]

I'll get it when the price drops or rent it.

[TrevorPhillips]

great score but ill give it a 9.7

[hossammilan]

WTH????
now I really miss the old days.

[darkdoom3000]

I actually like the controls. They fit the RE theme. BUT the overall game just doesnt feel like a Resident Evil.

t. Its not dark at all, theres way too much zombies, which just nullifies the spook factor of them. Also theres the chick that you have to babysit, also she makes the game feel less freaky. They sidelined the RE1-CV zombies, and shoved in some parasyte people-who just look like a stupid angry mob.

But the game has some stuff that ignite memories, mixing herbs and pushing bookshelves against doors so zombies dont get thru. but yeah. The whole game feels like an action game, thats why people expect TPS controls.

[Why dis]

The review does say the game through out the story gets back to darkness etc.

From the sounds of it the game changes pretty fast to greatness compared to the open stages we played like a movie perhaps?

We'll probably see Alan Wake out in the day light in bland worlds when the devs first show the game but once gamers have the full version that will change. Same thing

[darkdoom3000]

Yeah, im pretty suprised by these scores, with everyone saying how the game sucks, i thought the scores would be low.

In one of the trailers it shows what appears to be a dark mine, which looks good! I hope you're right. I remember seeing the MGS4 trailers only showing the middle east scenes, then when i got it, i was suprised! The same deal could happen with RE5.

Ive played the demo like 7 times now, single player is mehish at the moment. too much zombies!! Co-op is actually cool, but theres no kind of organisation. You just click join, and it shoves you in a random game, hopefully the full game will have a list of games on.

I wont get the game immeaditely. I quit my summerjob so i can only buy KZ2, but ill get RE5 at a later date. At the meantime ive downloaded RE3 for PSP so im happy!

[boxedup]

dakdoom3000, you shouldn't be surprised by the scores - the complaints are coming from people who haven't played anything more than the demo. But I guess that's the way it goes these days. Why bother playing something before blowing it up or taring it down.

[clintos59]

I mean I would have thought they would have tried taking a new direction with the gameplay especially using more up to date hardware but maybe they didnt want those who enjoyed RE4 to be dissappointed? Who knows, all I know is the demo was pretty cool and as a big RE fan I have to find out how Jill Valentine died since RE1 was my favorite out of them all. For that reason alone I will let the last gen controls slide. I just hope they have a good reason why they killed off Jill Valentine or I am going to be one dissappointed RE fan.

[bamyrick226]

no its not, the control alone makes this not fun to play. i believe if there was run and gun, it would be awsome. i really hope they fix it!

[ReTarDedFisHy]

...question? Do the OPM review scans not count? :/

Anyway, RE5 looks awesome! But. I'm not going to grab it.
I'm not liking the fact that it feels like RE4.5. Bite me.

[GamerPS360]

pre-ordered and paid for :D

[re4]

Resident Evil 5 Limited/Special Edition (PS3)

[tudors]

RE4 was fantastic but I don't recall the controls being has clunky, it's like getting into a Ferrari that has ford escort tyres fitted, we all know the ferrari rocks but you wouldn't want to drive it if other factors prevented it from being 100% would you, IMO it is obvious that Capcom should listen to peoples views regards the controls, because those that do not like the controls will not buy the game.

[darkdoom3000]

"PS: I love how GamePro made it very clear that this is not Survival Horror, instead labeled it "Terror-Action-Game" or just "Action-Game" "

^ Me Sad....

[BMS84]

I have the same feeling about RE5,i waited so long for this game.
And the most games , that i really wanna have , live up to my expectacions , but RE5 disapointed me really..

The spooky atmosphere and the quite moments are gone in the game , it does not feel like a Resident Evil game anymore.

[boxedup]

And you base this on the demo? Of course the two stages in the demo are action packed. Why would they demo the slower parts of the game.

In the end, you might turn out to be right, but you can't make that kind of assumption on two brief segments.

Personally I don't care if the game lacks "horror" since video games can't really be scary to me anyway. What I like about games like RE4, Dead Space, and Bioshock is that the attention to atmosphere makes for a more convincing environment, which in turn makes the game more engrossing.

I thought the RE5 demo was fine, but it's hard for me to judge it out of context.

[Firstkn1ghT]

DUDE! This is RESIDENT EVIL!!!!! One of the greatest franchises ever. And it's getting fantastic scores? Why all the hate???? Oh wait, I know why. Because its confirmed that the 360 version is better. That's how it works with multiplatform games. GTA4 sucks, Orange Box sucks, Fallout 3 sucks and now this one.

You guys are to much.

[silvacrest]

You are living in a dream world if you think any of that is true

[monkey602]

I prefered the demo on the PS3 to be honest

[YonasJonas]

I've only see you make ridiculous fanboy remarks. However I played the 360 version, and thought the controls were fantastic, but considering this is n4g I'd say most of them played it on Ps3. I have both systems, but I'll be picking it up for 360 because the controller. I'd say a lot of the hate here came from the fact that it got compared to Killzone 2 graphics wise. That, and a lot of them just got into gaming with the latest fps craze, and are only used to playing those type of games.

[clintos59]

How are ps3 owners noobs to the RE series when it has always been on a playstation system? U do know the series started on the PS1 right? If most of the complaints on here are coming from somewhere most of them noobs are 360 fans who never played a RE game in there life and are new to the series.

[Rob0g0rilla]

He's just mad because when Resident Evil finally comes to Xbox it's not as good as it should be. Then he looks for a reason as to why we don't like and it's because he's seen some pictures that shows one version has more dust then the other or w/e. I'm not saying RE5 sucks(because I haven't played the full game) but the demo was pretty much RE4 with new graphics/animations. Go ahead and prove me wrong. It looked like a next gen game but played like last gen one. Capcom could of done a lot with RE5 gameplay but it feels like they barely made an effort to change it from RE4.
Some people like it, some don't.

[YonasJonas]

I could care less that it just came to xbox because if it didn't I'd just end up buying it on my Ps3. Actually it's the only game I plan on picking up for 360 this year, and Ps3 is chalk full of must buy exclusives in 09.

" but played like last gen one."

Ok, so what if it is? RE4 was all about variety. This gen is all about cover systems, and run n gun fps' that are all the same. RE4 had tons of variety, which is something this gen lacks, and was the most well paced game I've ever played. If this is more of the same then sign me right up. RE4 had a ton of locations, tons of different enemies, different missions/ side missions, little puzzles, tons of bosses with different patterns, lots of customizable weapons, and I'm only scratching the surface. On top of that It plays just fine if you know how play it. Moving and shooting is one of the most useless functions in 3rd person shooters to begin with, which is why everyone implemented cover systems. At least with this you have to constantly move, and aren't stuck under cover the entire game.

Well we're at it lets consider the direct competition. Dead Space was a game I fully enjoyed, but it had no variety. Sure it played nice, but all the environments/monsters looked the exact same plus the missions never changed. Sure the implementation of zero grav, customizable weapons, and dismemberment(a feature in RE4) were a nice features, but thats about it.

[Lord Xire]

Firstknight makes a point.

N4G with its 80% Ps3 fanboy install base make the Ps3 fanboy ignorance dominant making people who can't see through BULLSH*T confused.

Only site were RE5 sucks, only site where inFamous is a FIRST DAY BUY from 1 trailer, only site where KZ2 is the best thing to happen to gaming lmao.

3rd place is killing them in the inside so much that denial and desperation flood 99% of the posts on N4G which is why N4G is a source of entertainment and comedy rather. I laugh all the way. :D

[godkiller]

Yeah baby!

[monkey602]

I cant wait to get this game. I feel like I'm the only one but thats fine with me.

If I had to pick between this and KZ2 I'd honestly choose Resi 5. Luckily it's my birthday soon so I can get both.

[farhsa2008]

this game will sell well no matter what you punks say about it, in fact you know you are all going to buy the game if not at least rent it so suck it up and deal with it!

[redsquad]

Not me matey. I don't buy games when the demo failed to impress me.

[LTC]

They have not given 1 PS3 exclusive full marks, its always 4.5/5
Yet alot of multi-platform games have recieved full marks 5/5
Gamespy are just as bad as the other biased sites but have escaped unnoticed.
My pridiction is they will give RE5 top marks because its multi-platform.
Judging from the demo it really deosnt deserve more than an 8/10

[lelo]

What is funny is that now everybody is bashing the game since it's multiplatform. If it was exclusive to one console, then it would be praised to the heavens.

I kind of imagine what would fanboys say if Gears 2 or Killzone 2 were multiplatform.

[enviable27]

It wouldn't happen since from the looks of the reviews for Killzone 2, and my experience with Gears of War 2, these games play awesome unlike this major disappointing game, which i really wished would be epic...

[LTC]

This just seems like a step back for a next gen console.

.graphics are good but a little inconsistant.
.slow cumbersome character movement.
.Cant shoot while walking(stupid considering Redfield is a fully trained stars op).
.Hardly any background interaction.
.static enviroments.
.Cant change weapons on the fly like a FPS.
.Now has a partner (sheva) who stays with u throughout the game wtf
.Hardly any puzzles.
Wheres the innovation? Deadspace seems better.

Yet this game will get high marks because its multi-platform.

[monkey602]

"Cant change weapons on the fly like a FPS."

Check again. The D-pad functions as the menu hot keys

[Sharpshell]

I think your right but... is that really such a bad thing. I'll be perfectly honest, if this were a ps3 exclusive I would be considering buying it (becasue I really enjoyed the demo) but since its multiplat, I am only going to rent it so my buddy and I can wip through the story on one of our 4 day weekends (yaay college!) and call it a day.

I like to support exclusive titles, on any system, I think thats how it should be, becasue then the game fully utilizes the hardware (GeOW and Uncharted come to mind).

I have bought multplat games like dead space but I have to really think I will want to play it many times. I don't feel that way about RE4 but thats not because of controls... the controls are FINE!Good even.

Heres the ultimate irnoy here... the people saying its not scary. Its not, plain and simple. And neither was Dead Space btw although still a great game. But Re4 wasn't scary either, face it. And why not? Because of the same stupid complaints about controls that led them to come up with a new system, and now people are calling them last gen LOL. I get really disspointed with everyone wanting all their games to play the same... controls used to be considered part of the gameplay and now is "teh brokenz" if it doesnt play liek GeOW. Well frankly I didn't like GeOW controls but they weren't broken they were a part of the game...

Do you guys understand how crazy you all sound? Being so outraged...lol don't like it? don't buy it. Its a porduct for a potential business transaction, capcom doesn't owe you your controls of choice.

[PirateThom]

Move over GTAIV, there's a new overrated game in town.

[Sarcasm]

Yet, Halo 3 is still the King.

[Sir Ken_Kutaragi]

I didn't like that i had to save myself from the(xBot)Zombies(?)AND???that woman to :-/

1st Level, that big thing was attacking the woman, i tried to help her...I DIED :-/

2nd Level, i had to stop the(xBot)Zombies(?)killing her...She DIED = I DIED??? :-/

If it's like that all thru the whole game then F-it!!! :-/

They should call it 'Retard Evil 5'!!! ;-D

+The 2 player split-screen mode was half the screen???
i.e with black-borders??? on the side??? WTF???

+The worse bit of RE4 was looking after a Retard(pp)next to you!!! ;-D
It was ok the game(RE5) I will have to play it again the Demo. I'd get it for cheap...one day...I love RE games anyway+they all had strange controls really i think+It looked nice on my HD:TV tho!!!;)

[Deadman64]

Are you even old enough to play an M rated game?

[Mr_Luke]

Played both the versions, it's equal... equally awful, i miss the original (unique) Resident Evil. Didn't like so much the 4, this one is the worse till now.
All IMHO ofc.

[sniper4534]

the controls and the ai take so much from the gameplay i ll say a 7 out 10

[xg-ei8ht]

Killzowned I agree.

The controls are more scary then the game.

And for the reference, The controls in DEAD SPACE sucked as well.

[divideby0]

based upon what I played in the demo...8.4 and I am a RE fan...
controls suck, breaks in gameplay by loading and loading your inventory TOTALLY destroys the mood

[somekindofmike]

If Resident Evil 5 is half as good as Resident Evil 4 then I am going to enjoy this game sooo much!

[ZILLA]

there nothing better than killen zombies with REAL gamers,with the added partner and classic controls this is an AAA game!!PLAY B3YOND!!!

[andy1664]

its the dumb ai that you have to play with (if offline)that screws it. It took me 3 or 4 hours before i shot Ashley in re4 but i wanted to shoot sheva after 5 mins

I probably will still get the game though

[tatotiburon]

lol the haters, this game is sick

[LTC]

Love this game because they do not have anything else to look forward to in 2009.
Also Firstnight have u ever played a RE game before considering your such an xbox fanboy. As I recall not one RE game was made on the xbox.

[Lord Xire]

Any game that scores well will be bashed by the entire fanboy trash camp due to there insecurity.

Nothing can score 9's besides Killzone2 or it is an INSTANT flop.

Insecurity and homoriffic at its best.

All of a sudden 93/100 is a bad score.

RE5 may have slipped its roots but that won't stop it from being one of the biggest titles in 2009...fanboys can eat a sackboy.

Edit:@below I changed the words for you :D

to add..

So many people taking the multiplatform status so hard lmao.

They don't even need to mention it you can just tell it sits on the back of there head because that's how fanboys rock.

Vice Versa if it was exclusive to Ps3..Xbox360 fanoobs would try to talk up Dead Space like it's the second coming of Jesus trying to make RE5 irrelevant when it is the bigger title dropping first half of 2009.

[dustgavin]

The homophobia forum is the other way. Funny how you mention insecurity...

[dustgavin]

The demo was ok. This will be a rental.

[ShAkKa]

nice score!

[NaiNaiNai]

why is it that every game that goes mutiplat on the 360 is now crap by every player with killzone in there name. or some sad fanboy. GET OVER IT. the game is great.
-nai-

[gametheory]

It was announced as a 360 and PS3 game since day one, but I'll be waiting for your evidence to see when was RE5 a PS3 exclusive. In fact, while you're at it, do your research on when was the last time Resident Evil was exclusive to the PlayStation brand.

kthxbye

[TheBlackSmoke]

..how many people on the internet claim to "love" the resident evil series yet react to RE5's control scheme like it's the first time they ever tried an RE game. If you say you beat and loved RE4 but then come out with "RE5's control's are broken" well it shows your just a bandwagon jumper and never played RE4.

If you want to argue that the controls could of advanced more then fine but to say their broken when they are identical to RE4's (one of the best games ever made), well you should just admit your crap at the game and need to get better.

The idea behind stopping to shoot is to create tension eg. when the guy with the chainsaw is coming at you, you know you need to make those 3 headshots before he hacks your head off, it puts you under pressure to get it right or die.

So I dont see why its such a shock RE5 is getting good scores. Its ironic how RE5 is being slammed for being a mere derivative of RE4 (even though no one except the press has played the full game..) yet games like geow2 get a free pass for exactly the same thing.

If you want mindless spray and pray then this game is not for you. In future maybe just accept your not used to something before crying out broken all the time.

BTW. This comment is not directed at anyone specifically, so no offence intended.

[iNcRiMiNaTi]

this was pretty obvious but i didnt wanna accept it :'(

this isnt going to go well, this game will probably be the one to ruin the franchise. im still getting it tho because i <3 RE, demo was great but i just wished that they went back to creepy, scare the sh*t out of me approach. RE1 GC remake was amazing, i still remember the fear that crawled up my spine the first time i encountered a crimson zombiein that game and he rose back up to attack me. crimson zombies FTW!

[TheBlackSmoke]

With all due respect, you or i have not played the game. Its already been confirmed the game does indeed shift enviroments, including an underground (dark just how like it) section. Remember The way RE4 found so many ways to introduce new elements and enviroments constantly in one game?. Parts of RE4 were tame whilst others were very disturbing so there's no reason RE5 wont be able to do the same. Have faith my friend :)

[Goodfella78]

what?this crap got that score, resi had turned out a disappointed for me and others me thinks.......peace out.

[Raoh]

sorry but it can sell millions and i'll still consider it a fail.

i hope this is the end of the series. i dont want super powered villians and red eyed fanatics with a few tentacle heads in my horror games.

[Gun_Senshi]

Its the new trend in video games. HATE!

Hate RE5 for keeping perfectly to a tried and tested formula of RE4.

Controls of RE5 work fine. They worked in RE4 they work fine in RE5.

The NO run and gun is a good feature. Run and gun games are annoying and unrealistic. Look at Call of Duty. In COD2, Try running and gunning in an online match. You end up DEAD, hitting only air. Try run and gunning in Day of Defeat. Try using a machine gun from hip. You end up hitting the air.

Nowdays games are getting more easy and noobified. COD4 I got 2.5 k/d ratio. Most of the time you can go with HEAVY Machine gun, juggernoob and spray without even aiming. Weapons are too accurate, nearly zero recoil, nearly no spread. More noobish run and gun that people call "next gen" are flagship shooters of both X360 and PS3, Halo and Resistance. When playing online on MGO, spraying and running gets you killed. Bullets at body do not do alot of damage, but headshot instance kill. COD4, Assault Rifles you needed 2 headshots for a kill (try it)

On COD:W@W, Why bother using bolt action rifles? Everyone just goes running and spraying with Thompson. I just use Bolt Action Rifles due to the feel, but if I get pissed off from dieing I go Machine Gun + Juggernaut and spray.

In these times where alot of games are too shallow spraying noob feasst. I welcome an HD version (But in Africa) of Resident Evil 4. I loved that game, and I will love RE5. I already love the demo and always playing it Co-Op online. Why bother fixing something that is not broken.

What exactly makes a game next gen too? Gears is next gen? Well Wingback and Kill.switch play perfectly the same. Its last gen lets hate it!!! Call Of Duty 4+ was made worse then COD1 and 2 yet you call it Next gen? Its not even Last gen in terms of gameplay feel (We are not talking about graphics). Even Medal Of Honour: Allied Assault beats COD4 and W@W in gameplay department.

Resident Evil 4 was fine. Its still hailed as one of the best games ever made. Whats wrong on keeping true to that formula? It worked fine then, it works fine now. Don't call it Evolution crap. The only thing in PS3 and X360 evolved are graphics only. Not controls, not how you interact with the game, not even how is the game (We can all agree that top games are all a thing from the past).

I will buy RE5, or RE4 HD: Africa Edition, 1st day. I loved RE4 and I will love RE5. If you headshot the zombies there seem to be a connection between RE4 and RE5. Controls are more then fine with me, its typical Resident Evil, and I'm fine with that. I want to play Resident Evil, not another game.

PS. As some of you people say, I am not buying RE5 because I have no games to buy. I am buying SF IV and Killzone 2 1st day too. Its because I am a GAMER.

[EvolutionHHH]

Man yall crazy RE is gone be RE. The only change was the Horror-survior, to an action-survior, and a few new tweaks in the controls....Yall Noobs go play RE1,2,and 3 an see if the controls are tat different or is it the scaryness tat we miss so much... and SF4 is back on Top...

[Magic_The_Celt]

Meh.. il rent

[MerkinMax]

So that would make Manual cars outdated since automatics have been around for a while now. Yet we still see manual cars manufactured. There's nothing wrong with the controls. I will admit aiming and then having to reposition myself to get the better shot it tedious but most of you only played two very short demo levels. Reviewers say the first few levels in Killzone 2 are lackluster but the game improves, couldn't the same be seen while playing RE5? But I will admit that throwing in the "Run n' Gun" element would boost my appreciation for this game.

[Blackcanary]

Like the demo kind of hated RE4 so not gonna get this game at all. No matter how good the reviews are its not gonna change my mind of what i played in the demo.

[Traveler]

I don't know why many people are being so negative about this game. I agree that the controls could have benefited by using more modern conventions, but overall the gameplay is still fun and I am sure the plot will be engaging.

[Pootie Tang]

This might turn out to be a good game, i absolutely hated the demo myself but maybe it just takes some getting used to the controls/

plus an 18hr campaign that's twice what most single player games are giving us now . I think its too early to judge from what most would agree is a disappointing demo

it will be interesting what ppl on here will have left to talk about AFTER KZ2 releases. I plan to buy it and play it, but this site is getting stupid, u can`t discuss any game without it coming up. If its 8 hrs i`ll play that on a weekend and move on with my LIFE----then it`s Star Ocean time:)

[Jikla]

Why are people whining about the controller in the game? I think it's ok. I will even go as far as say that they are good. Maybe it's because I'm a quick learner or people around here are just used to geow or resistance controls that they are so narrow minded that they hate a game because it got different controls. Going to buy this game, but I don't know what to get it for. Xbox or ps, I need to play the demoes some more I guess

[swansong]

If the game is about 18 hours long,which is pretty good. The demo is about 20min to complete both levels,then we can not judge this game based on the demo.Plus I believe that demo has been around for awhile, like since E3.They just recently made it available to the public. I think it is going to be a decent game,but opinions are just like mouths,everyone has one.

[onomix]

People are saying that this game is 30+ hours long. I wont tell where I get the facts from, because you people will just point and laugh at me...

[Playa7970]

this games sucksss

[Obama]

RE5 = RE4 HD minus the tension and atmosphere

[bigjclassic]

delayed DTV transition in the U.S.
You FAIL Obama!!

*btw- RE5 IS NOT FOR NO0BS GO BACK AND PLAY DEAD SPACE, that is a game for no0bs. the demo rocks*

[jay2]

'The overall review score is 93% for both PS3 and Xbox360 versions. Added to the PS3 graphics score was a note that the PS3 version suffers minor issues.'

Another nicked exclusive peed on for the original console I.E. PS3 YET AGAIN :@

[mrmikew2018]

Please tell me your not a fanboy?:(

[TruthbeTold]

since I have both a Wii and a PS3, but if RE5 has poor sales, regardless of the reason, I think you can bet your bottom dollar that RE6 will be a Wii exclusive.

[BLUR111]

Well this is based off the game not the demo, anyone already saying it doesn't deserve a 9 is just stupid.

[TheCagyDies]

Despite all the negative comments that everybody is throwing at Resident Evil 5, I am still going to state my opinion...

I love Resident Evil 5...

[solsub]

All I ask is that you could move while aiming. Is that so f****n difficult?

[boxedup]

Obviously it's not difficult, since every shooter out there allows it. It was a creative decision - just as it was in RE4. I don't think Capcom wanted the Resident Evil series to play just like a regular shooter. If they had, it would've been easy to do. The slow movement and aiming, along with the inability to fire while moving are designed to keep the tension up.

I think it's funny that people complain about it, since it's just as nutty to be able to run backwards at full speed while firing with pinpoint precision.

But I don't blame anyone for not liking the control scheme. If they prefer every game they play to control the exact same way, there are plenty of generic shooters out there for them.

[Obama]

I think I will still buy the game..but it basically forces you to play online since the bot is as dumb as the bots here.

[PeptoBismol]

don't waste your money on it man

all we need is Killzone 2

[PeptoBismol]

edit:

thanks to the butt-hurt bots for giving me disagrees

[Gameing Matermind]

I hope it is good, because I brought resident evil 4 and it didn't work.

[The_Devil_Hunter]

Yeah, I agree. I've been a diehard fan of the RE series since the first one. But I gotta say, the controls feel to outdated, but then again it is a "Horror" game. Meaning you gotta have some tension in there. Well anyway I understand not being able to walk and shoot, but something that I dont get is, why not walk back and shoot, I mean thats what Ill do if I was in a situation like this. People always criticize this game because of its controls, and comparing it to Dead SPace, but dont get me wrong I loved Dead Space, but I think that if Dead Space would had come out after RE5, RE5 would had done a lot better with the criticism. Even so, I can already tell this will be my GoTY of 2009.

[bviperz]

I'll replay 1-4 to re-live the moments.

[Daves]

I DL from PSN, hated the controls, I can't remember which exacly, but common function need hold this and that togther... can't be arsed I'm afraid.

Was beyong logic, deleted in 3 min.

[i_like_ff7]

Rightly deserved. Haters go hang yourself.

[Arsenic13]

I don't care if the controls are tanked. RE4 was the same, GOTY. Im looking forward to the enemies, monsters and the evolution of the story the most. If control issues this minuscule make you not want the game, then don't get it and stfu.
There is already enough whinnying before the game is out, that Capcom will make a patch post launch.

[2FootYard]

Yesterday I would have said that I do not enjoy this game but after extensively playing I can now say that it is on my must have list. I also find this review accurate and an appropriate score. Everybody just needs to give it a second or even third try. Its not so bad no being able to shoot and move really you just need to put your gun down and step back a little bit and you should be fine. I stumbled upon a village of tribal people I joined in one of their rituals they offered a drink that didn't taste good but made me see into the eye of the universe.

[speedracer17]

this game looks and feels good to me so i will pick this one up.

[Nervz]

Claiming a game sucks by a demo, as if they have played the full game.

Broken controls? NOPE..you just fancy unrealistic war shooters, go fukin play gears of war, not Resident Evil.

If could move and shoot, The game would be TOO easy, You don't see pro's (swat teams, Cops) moving and shooting do you? It's all about making shots count...having the accuracy, etc. Resident Evil is more realistic, IMO gameplay wise...dodging and manoeuvres are done WHEN needed (when prompted with a button) in time of extreme dangers. The Stop and shoot gameplay feels right for the type of game it is (keeping the tension and axiety) have to time your reloads and knowing when to move and check your items, if the A.I had guns, that's a different story tho. Stragedy is involved..this way it isn't just a mindless shooter.

now STFU.

[mrmikew2018]

Can someone help me out, did the editor said the they was something wrong with the PS3 or what?

[mrmikew2018]

Can someone tell me if this website is legit?

[DaMa]

It is my friend. Been running this site since almost 10 years.
You can even find the scans on the forums still.

[zach1980]

I'm defo getting it just like i have with all the resident evils, yeah the controls take a bit of getting used to but it only took me 5 minutes to get around, the co op is cool i played it with my mate, as you can go about it in different ways every time you play it, there's some thing different to how you play it, yeah it's hard though but i like a challenge.

[CobraKai]

There is a setting which lets you play with more RE4 style control. makes a big difference and plays better. What is the point of strafing if you cant shoot at the same time?

[Colieo_87]

THIS GAME IS A RENTAL ONLY.. AND PLEASE.. MEH PASS