Resident Evil 5

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7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 964 Ratings

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  1. Badgarlir
    Sep 9, 2023
    8
    After Resident evil 4, the series started to focus on action and I really felt it in this game. The story was good. Mechanics, gameplay, graphics were very nice for its time. I can't wait for the remake. I hope it comes out soon.
  2. Warrior_of_Doom
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    The overall score is based on how much fun I personally had with every component of the game
    and the overall experience.
  3. Recordando_PSX
    Jun 26, 2023
    4
    Resident Evil 5 es un juego muy difícil de defender y no porque pertenezca a una saga legendaria y no llegue a su altura, sino porque es un mal videojuego.

    Su jugabilidad se hace lenta y tediosa; girar la cámara, recargar el arma, curarse, gestionar el inventario, todo es terriblemente lento, lo que choca bastante con un juego que te intenta convencer de que es una gran experiencia de    Resident Evil 5 es un juego muy difícil de defender y no porque pertenezca a una saga legendaria y no llegue a su altura, sino porque es un mal videojuego.

    Su jugabilidad se hace lenta y tediosa; girar la cámara, recargar el arma, curarse, gestionar el inventario, todo es terriblemente lento, lo que choca bastante con un juego que te intenta convencer de que es una gran experiencia de acción con escenas llenas de coreografías espectaculares. Las mejores partes del juego son sin duda aquellas en las que tenemos una torreta donde por fin podremos vivir un poco de acción en el videojuego.

    La historia es totalmente plana, con unos personajes igual de planos. Los villanos son malos porque son malos y los protagonistas más de los mismo. Tenemos 3 villanos principales y los 3 tienen un carisma nulo.

    Técnicamente el videojuego es bueno, los gráficos tienen buena calidad y cuenta con muy pocos bugs, pero en cuanto a su rendimiento existen constantes caídas de FPS, especialmente en su modo cooperativo.    … Expand
  4. THOUSANDEYEKAii
    May 30, 2023
    7
    A decent game in and of itself, though not a very good Resident Evil game and was a major let down coming off the greatness that was Resident Evil 4.
  5. AquariusEmanuel
    Apr 24, 2023
    8
    Very good game, kinda tried to copy re 4 but failed, could have done something innovative and own hands, but still a great game!!
  6. Terminator1218
    Mar 26, 2023
    9
    Really alot of fun especially to play coop with someone but has almost no horror elements not very good as a resident evil game but still great as a game on itself
  7. Pmstz
    Jan 31, 2023
    5
    Average game
    Very VERY bad Resident Evil BTW.
    +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
    Imagine you are player/Gamer, & you think this is a good game ?
    Imagine you think its a nice Resident Evil ?

    AHHAHAHAHAH. Oh my.
  8. Joe2539
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
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  9. JrDouble
    Dec 7, 2022
    5
    Oh how far this franchise has fallen since Resident Evil 2. This game starts off pretty strong, and couch co-op is great, but it quickly gets worse and worse the longer you play. By the last boss the game has degraded into absolute trash.
  10. The_D4RknesS
    Nov 14, 2022
    7
    this game is only good if it's to be played in coop because alone it's horrible, difficult and very boring
  11. Kiatzu
    Oct 16, 2022
    10
    Personally one of my favourite games of all time. Might be the best co-op game to ever exist. At least in the horror genre, nothing comes close to it. Yet I do understand why alot of people see this game as a negative turning point in the Resident Evil series, it still has alot of positive aspects aswell. The turning point in the series was Resident Evil 6 which was compelte garbage.Personally one of my favourite games of all time. Might be the best co-op game to ever exist. At least in the horror genre, nothing comes close to it. Yet I do understand why alot of people see this game as a negative turning point in the Resident Evil series, it still has alot of positive aspects aswell. The turning point in the series was Resident Evil 6 which was compelte garbage. Graphics are still good today. And they were great when this game was released. The horror aspect of this game is basically not existing but still .. it's one of the best action horror games to date. With one of the best villains in gaming history! The shop and upgrading system is fun and motivating aswell. Though I have to mention I never played this game alone, always in co-op.… Expand
  12. wmurphy011
    Sep 18, 2022
    10
    The last RE game made before Capcom restructuring killed the franchise, and thus the last truly great RE game. Easily in the Top 3 of RE games. The single player campaign is very good but co-op raises this came to legendary status. Every level was designed with strategic co-op in mind which makes this game a blast to play through with a friend.

    Just like every RE game, it lacks in the    The last RE game made before Capcom restructuring killed the franchise, and thus the last truly great RE game. Easily in the Top 3 of RE games. The single player campaign is very good but co-op raises this came to legendary status. Every level was designed with strategic co-op in mind which makes this game a blast to play through with a friend.

    Just like every RE game, it lacks in the story department. However, it makes up for this with brilliant co-op gameplay, a solid upgrade system, and the ability to share supply items with the person you're playing with. The replay value is very high as you can carry over the weapons you were in the process of upgrading in the first game.    … Expand
  13. MaxieZeus
    Sep 2, 2022
    5
    For a Resident Evil game which is a horror franchise this game is not scary at all, combined with bad AI and exaggerated level design, these make it a forgettable entry in the series.
  14. Ygs
    Jul 14, 2022
    6
    This franchise is completely dead, when such a failure is made, just to hit the pockets of gamers, don't use the name of Resident Evil to hit the pockets of the fans of this series, crap com
  15. DrPebba
    Jun 14, 2022
    5
    Ok, this game has a lot of flaws, i didnt finish it but from what i played it wasnt really good, the gameplay is kinda uncomfortable and even if it improves on what 4 did, it is a step backwards, its not fun to play and the setting and graphics arent very good either, sometimes the game gets a little bit too hard and just not fun, the story didnt grab me or anything and overall not a good game
  16. Flabb
    Jun 14, 2022
    9
    One of the best Coop games to ever exist. Love this game!
    Great pacing and the combat is amazing.
  17. Red935
    Jun 13, 2022
    8
    To be my first resident it is quite entertaining even more if you play in coop, a good delivery
  18. abdurhmanzain
    May 17, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game does not represent Resident Evil, there are no puzzles, and the game is an action fighting movement, everything has very bad and the worst thing provided by Capcom it's not Resident Evil… Expand
  19. zach_grech
    May 17, 2022
    6
    This game can either be a great game or an average game, depending on if you play single player or multiplayer. The AI for single player is pretty bad, I found the companion to constantly go into danger and get killed. The story is also not very good as it takes itself very seriously when it is unintentionally funny. The actual gameplay however is pretty solid which some extremelyThis game can either be a great game or an average game, depending on if you play single player or multiplayer. The AI for single player is pretty bad, I found the companion to constantly go into danger and get killed. The story is also not very good as it takes itself very seriously when it is unintentionally funny. The actual gameplay however is pretty solid which some extremely interesting level design which keeps the game fresh.… Expand
  20. Nasser4321
    Apr 11, 2022
    4
    The ai and ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai partner is piece of **** , it ruined the game!! , You don't should worry about the enemy , worry about your partner!!! , Your AI partner is the big enemy for you in the game , please, please don't buy the game if want to play solo , you must!! Play it with your brother or friend , or buy the pc version and download mode that you keep yourThe ai and ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai ai partner is piece of **** , it ruined the game!! , You don't should worry about the enemy , worry about your partner!!! , Your AI partner is the big enemy for you in the game , please, please don't buy the game if want to play solo , you must!! Play it with your brother or friend , or buy the pc version and download mode that you keep your partner in infinity health and ammo , please i say this for your own good!! , please!!!… Expand
  21. Magnetroll
    Feb 21, 2022
    8
    Not bringing up the "classic vs new" Resident Evil fight, but this is a very action packed game, which gets you in the trouble we ask for in every one of the series. Some bosses are kind of a dumb transformation, but the scenario and the journey is pretty enjoyable to me. Some say it is cliche, I say if it amuses me, I will play with will.
  22. JoseManuel10_
    Dec 29, 2021
    7
    Resident Evil 5 is a third-person shooter survival horror video game developed and published by Capcom and released in 2009.

    + Fun Coop Game
    + Good Graphics
    + The Mercenaries
    + Replay Value
    - Feel Exactly Like Resident Evil 4
    - Meh Story (with stupid moments)
    - More Action Oriented Than Survival Horror
  23. Camlambelot
    Dec 25, 2021
    8
    Is Resident Evil 5 a good game in 2021? Depends on what you were expecting. Horror? Maybe a little, but it's mostly an action game with great co-op and an arcade-y feel to it.

    The story is OK, the graphics are OK and the Gameplay is fun. I can't tell you how many times I have beaten this game from the beginning and unlocked everything. Even on professional mode the game is a fun time    Is Resident Evil 5 a good game in 2021? Depends on what you were expecting. Horror? Maybe a little, but it's mostly an action game with great co-op and an arcade-y feel to it.

    The story is OK, the graphics are OK and the Gameplay is fun. I can't tell you how many times I have beaten this game from the beginning and unlocked everything. Even on professional mode the game is a fun time WITH A HUMAN PLAYER. The Ally A.I. is pretty darn awful on harder difficulties.

    Anyway, if you want a really FUN, somewhat short, addicting CO-OP game then I can't think of any better game other than Mario games of course. ;)    … Expand
  24. AntonioSantos
    Nov 15, 2021
    8
    Um ótimo game, pode até ter umas mecânicas iguais ao Re4, mas a gameplay é boa, e o Coop é divertido.
  25. StonePwnReviews
    Oct 8, 2021
    8
    RE5 is a solid game that fails to deliver the same eerie feeling as previous installments. However the action focused gameplay is a nice twist on the franchise.
  26. Zombieundead212
    Sep 29, 2021
    7
    I have played all the Res evil games but missed 5 and 6.... (Just finished 7) so thought it's about time I go back. Now I've rated this a 7 and that is because I loved it however I will be honest and say if it wasn't a Res evil game I may have not stuck at it.... The game play seemed hard work at times and the AI partner constantly took my gear from in front of me etc.... The ending wasI have played all the Res evil games but missed 5 and 6.... (Just finished 7) so thought it's about time I go back. Now I've rated this a 7 and that is because I loved it however I will be honest and say if it wasn't a Res evil game I may have not stuck at it.... The game play seemed hard work at times and the AI partner constantly took my gear from in front of me etc.... The ending was also very quick and weak.... That said though I was happy when I finished and think any Res evil fan would love it for the nostalgia if nothing else… Expand
  27. Steyraus
    Sep 19, 2021
    10
    With the Move controller RE5 is one of the most intense and origional Action games youbcan play..It doesnt live up.to its predesesor in many ways and there is alot,, alot of grustrating moments.. But 90% of the game is just a ballz to the way, action packed , load of fun..
  28. Vagosmcgames
    Sep 5, 2021
    9
    I just love the story. The gameplay is very good as well but the thing that it wouldn't let you walk when you where aiming was kinda bad. But the story..... Is one of the best storytelling games I've ever played. That's it.
  29. Ardho
    Aug 28, 2021
    9
    Resident evil 5 doesn't bring the horror atmosphere as great as the previous games, but I feel this game is still very good, enjoy every gameplay, also like the mercenaries mode, RATATATATA!!
  30. JimPickens
    Aug 26, 2021
    6
    I guess everybody likes RE5 now? I don't care, the game was bad when it came out now and it hasn't aged any better, it's still just a worse RE4.

    Resident Evil 5 is what happens when you take Resident Evil 4, take away what made that game good. and just model swap Leon for Chris. The story is as forgettable as the game is piss coloured. After S.T.A.R.S went **** up after The Spencer    I guess everybody likes RE5 now? I don't care, the game was bad when it came out now and it hasn't aged any better, it's still just a worse RE4.

    Resident Evil 5 is what happens when you take Resident Evil 4, take away what made that game good. and just model swap Leon for Chris.

    The story is as forgettable as the game is piss coloured. After S.T.A.R.S went **** up after The Spencer Manion incident, Chris co-founded the BSAA, a task force dedicated to wiping out Bio-Terrorism, he must now go to Africa with his new partner Sheva Alomar to... do a thing, I forgot, because that's exactly where the story loses any and all intrigue, something to do with the Uroboros virus which is just Las Plagas recycled, it doesn't matter. The game also acts as the conclusion to the Wesker storyline started all the way back in RE1, and his scenes are the only good part about this game. as shown in that spin off game I hate, Wesker survived the Spencer Mansion incident and got cool super powers, why? How? I don't know, I didn't finish it, because I really didn't like that game... Code Veronica, I'm talking about Code Veronica. Jill is here too, in her worst appearance ever, I do not care for blonde Jill, she looks like a generic attractive lady in a 2010's video game, I do not like her here. And that's kind of it, Josh is cool too, hope he comes back in RE9.

    Gameplay wise, it's Resident Evil 4 again, so it's good, but where RE4 used it's clunky and limited movement to instill fear in the player in an otherwise campy action flick of a game, RE5 just feels annoying and clunky, adding to that is of course your AI partner.

    I'm going to write a review on RE4 so I'm kinda saving this for that, but real quick, Ashley Graham is a good addition to RE4, y'all are just bad at video games. Ashley is fine if you just take care of her, put her into the bins when going into a fight, that's all you gotta do. Your AI Partner in RE5 on the other hand, is bad, they use ammo and herbs, they aren't locked to your back like Ash is, and so can easily get in your way, and thought they do duck down if you aim in the direction, because the AI is being more proactive in gunfights, it takes them a second to do it, unlike Ashley, who hops down immediately, my point is, YOU GUYS ARE TOO MEAN TO ASHLEY... ok thank you, just needed to get that off my chest.

    There's a lot of co-op features and I hear they're fun, but... who's gonna play Resident Evil 5 with me in 2021?

    Overall, RE5 is fine, the story when taken on its own, is fun enough, the final act is pretty good, focusing on Chris and Wesker's relationship since RE1 and CV, the final boss is pretty cool, and Chris punching that boulder will never not be funny to me, so at the end of the day, I can't hate the game, and writing about it has made me rethink some things, and it's definitely not as bad as I remember it being, however I still consider it a dark spot in the series history along with RE6. Definitely a game worth playing with some friends and some beer.    … Expand
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#32 Best PS3 Game of 2009
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#8 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2009
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#6 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2009

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84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 76 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 76
  3. Negative: 0 out of 76
  1. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    100
    Perhaps Resident Evil 5's most remarkable achievement is how it deftly straddles the line between the franchise's sometimes endearing, sometimes frustrating, legacy gameplay mechanics while incorporating more contemporary action adventure elements like enhanced interaction and exploration of environments and a decidedly more shooter-like control scheme. [Mar 2009, p.38]
  2. GamePro
    90
    Hardcore fans may be disappointed by the departure from the traditional survival-horror roots but trust me, the game delivers enough thrills that you probably won't care. [Apr 2009, p.68]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    80
    In too many ways this is identical to the last game. That's not necessarily a bad thing - "RE4" is one of the greatest games ever made because it rewrote the rules for action games, setting a template for everything from "Dead Space" to "Dark Sector." Because of that this is still a damn near essential purchase. It's just a shame that the lack of evolution means it occasionally feels like it's lagging behind the very competitors it inspired. [Mar 2009, p.80]
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