Has just enough changes, including the amazing online co-op, to keep this feeling new while drawing heavily on all the good in RE4. A Gold Edition that includes DLC content will be available in 2010.

Available on: PS3 , PC, Xbox 360
Genre: Action
Release date: Mar 13, 2009
Published by: Capcom
Developed by: Capcom

Franchise: Resident Evil
Multiplayer Modes:

Online

2 player CO-OP

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Latest Comments

Delian - 4 months 4 days ago

could anyone please help me duplicate some items for money...i am trying to get my lightning magnum fully upgraded

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phantomsight2 - 8 months 5 days ago

Why did the RE team remove the horror/suspense from RE5? In RE4, it was the only thing that made the game worthwhile. Next step: RE6 with suspense AND gut-busting weapons/action.

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