RESIDENT EVIL 5 – Resident Evil

The Original Resident Evil 5 (2009)

Resident Evil 5 built on the action-oriented gameplay of Resident Evil 4, further evolving the franchise into a cooperative action game. Set in Africa, the game follows series veteran Chris Redfield and his new partner, Sheva Alomar, as they investigate a bioterrorism threat involving the parasitic Las Plagas.

Gameplay and Features

Cooperative Gameplay:
- The game introduced a fully integrated co-op system. Players could control either Chris or Sheva, with the second character either managed by AI or controlled by another player.
Action-Oriented Combat:
- Like Resident Evil 4, the game emphasized intense combat against large groups of enemies. It featured melee attacks, quick-time events, and a variety of weapons.
Inventory Management:
- A simplified inventory system allowed real-time item management, requiring players to strategize under pressure.
Improved Graphics:
- The game showcased highly detailed character models and environments, with lighting effects designed to take advantage of the Xbox 360 and PS3 hardware.
New Enemy Types:
- The Majini, infected with a variant of Las Plagas, replaced the zombies and Ganados from previous games.

Story Overview

Chris Redfield, now a member of the Bioterrorism Security Assessment Alliance (BSAA), is sent to investigate the sale of a bioweapon in the fictional Kijuju region of Africa. Partnered with Sheva Alomar, Chris uncovers a conspiracy involving Tricell Corporation and Albert Wesker, a recurring antagonist. As they battle infected Majini and B.O.W.s, Chris also searches for Jill Valentine, who is believed to be dead but is revealed to have been manipulated by Wesker.