Two Playable Characters – Chris Redfield, protagonist of the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil: Code Veronica, returns and is joined by new playable character Sheva Alomar, an African BSAA agent tasked with investigating the epidemic
Two Player Xbox 360 Online Co-op – New cooperatively-focused gameplay revolutionizes the way that Resident Evil 5 is played. Chris and Sheva must work together to survive new challenges and fight dangerous hordes of enemies
Next Generation of Resident Evil – Features groundbreaking graphics that utilize an advanced version of Capcom’s proprietary game engine, MT Framework, which powered the hit titles Devil May Cry 4, Lost Planet and Dead Rising
“Quick-Select” Inventory System – Improved inventory system allows items to be traded between characters. To add to the intensity, all inventory management is done in real time; items can even be assigned to the directional pad for instant access
New Control Schemes – Features new modernized third-person action game control variations as well as the return of the traditional Resident Evil 4 control schemes
New Enemies Bring New Challenges – Enemies boast increased speed and intelligence, making them as dangerous alone as they are in groups
Powerful New Weapons – The number of weapon variations has been greatly increased providing new ways to keep enemies at bay
Fear Light as much as Shadow – Lighting effects provide a new level of suspense as players attempt to survive in both harsh sunlight and extreme darkness, making Resident Evil 5 even more frightening.
Worldwide Infection – Simultaneous global release date for both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on March 13, 2009
