'''''Resident Evil 5''''', known in Japan as {{nihongo|'''''Biohazard 5'''''|バイオハザード5|Baiohazādo Faibu}}, is the forthcoming installment in the ''[[Resident Evil (series)|Resident Evil]]'' [[survival horror]] series, which is set to debut for [[PlayStation 3]] and [[Xbox 360]].<ref name="GSFAM">Staff, Gamespot.com, [http://www.gamespot.com/ps3/adventure/residentevil5/news.html?sid=6130166 Takeuchi talks Resident Evil 5] (August 2, 2005), Gamespot, Retrieved on February 19, 2007.</ref> It will be [[video game developer|developed]] and [[video game publisher|published]] by [[Capcom]]. Capcom officially announced ''Resident Evil 5'' on [[July 20]], [[2005 in video gaming|2005]],<ref>Thorsen, Tor, [http://www.gamespot.com/ps3/adventure/residentevil5/news.html?sid=6129479&mode=recent Resident Evil 5 coming to 360, PS3] (July 20, 2005), Gamespot, Retrieved on June 17, 2007.</ref> and is expected to release the title before the end of the current [[fiscal year]] (March 31, 2009).<ref>[http://ir.capcom.co.jp/english/data/pdf/fy2008a.pdf Capcom's Overview of Strategies and Plans Fiscal Year 2008]. Retrieved on May 23, 2008.</ref>
'''''Resident Evil 5''''', known in Japan as {{nihongo|'''''Biohazard 5'''''|バイオハザード5|Baiohazādo Faibu}}, is the forthcoming installment in the ''[[:Category:Resident Evil|Resident Evil]]'' survival horror series, which is set to debut for [[PlayStation 3]] and [[Xbox 360]]. It will be developed and published by [[Capcom]]. Capcom officially announced ''Resident Evil 5'' on [[July 20]], [[2005]], and is expected to release the title before the end of the current fiscal year (March 31, 2009).
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==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
[[Jun Takeuchi]], the game's producer, stated the ''Resident Evil 5'' will feature similar gameplay to ''[[Resident Evil 4]]'';<ref name="interview"/> The player will control [[Chris Redfield]], the protagonist of the original ''[[Resident Evil (video game)|Resident Evil]]'' and ''[[Resident Evil Code: Veronica]]''.<ref name="interview"/> The game's environment will also play a significant role. For example, if Redfield suffers prolonged exposure to heat, he will begin to see [[mirage]]s and hallucinations.<ref name="temp">Gantayat, Anoop, [http://ps3.ign.com/articles/638/638040p1.html More RE5 Details from Famitsu] (August 1, 2005), IGN, Retrieved on March 4, 2007.</ref> Also, the game implements various lighting effects. If Redfield moves between bright and dark areas his eyes will have to [[Pupillary reflex|adjust]], causing the player to briefly lose some visual of their surroundings.<ref name="interview"/> The player will be able to take cover and dodge (using a similar control scheme in ''[[God Hand]])''. The Mercenaries mini-game, which was featured in both ''[[Resident Evil 3]]'' and ''[[Resident Evil 4]]'', will also make a return in ''Resident Evil 5''.<ref name="shack"/>
Jun Takeuchi, the game's producer, stated the ''Resident Evil 5'' will feature similar gameplay to ''[[Resident Evil 4]]''; The player will control Chris Redfield, the protagonist of the original ''[[Resident Evil]]'' and ''[[Resident Evil Code: Veronica]]''. The game's environment will also play a significant role. For example, if Redfield suffers prolonged exposure to heat, he will begin to see mirages and hallucinations. Also, the game implements various lighting effects. If Redfield moves between bright and dark areas his eyes will have to adjust, causing the player to briefly lose some visual of their surroundings. The player will be able to take cover and dodge (using a similar control scheme in ''[[God Hand]])''. The Mercenaries mini-game, which was featured in both ''[[Resident Evil 3]]'' and ''[[Resident Evil 4]]'', will also make a return in ''Resident Evil 5''.
The game will also feature new types of enemies. The extended E3 trailer revealed several sequences involving Redfield attacking hordes of fleet-footed enemies,<ref>Leyton, Stephen, [http://www.totalvideogames.com/articles/Resident_Evil_5_Preview_8083_4943_0_0_10_0.htm Resident Evil 5 – First Look] <nowiki>[Mini Preview]</nowiki> (July 22, 2005), TVG, Retrieved on June 17, 2007.</ref> who possessed [[melee]] weapons.<ref>Jackson, Mike, [http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=168998 Resident Evil 5 - first in-game screens] (July 27, 2007), ComputerAndVideoGames.com, Retrieved on July 27, 2007.</ref> Takeuchi has also stated the game's enemies will also possess [[human]]-like intelligence and awareness. Furthermore, he stated they will be different from the previous [[zombie]]s and [[list of Resident Evil 4 creatures#Ganados|ganados]].<ref name="interview"/>
The game will also feature new types of enemies. The extended E3 trailer revealed several sequences involving Redfield attacking hordes of fleet-footed enemies, who possessed melee weapons. Takeuchi has also stated the game's enemies will also possess human-like intelligence and awareness. Furthermore, he stated they will be different from the previous zombies and ganados.
In an interview with ''XBOX360ISM'', [[Keiji Inafune]] briefly stated that the game will feature some online elements.<ref>Staff, Gamespot.com, [http://www.gamespot.com/ps3/adventure/residentevil5/news.html?sid=6140862&mode=all%20Resident%20Evil%205%20debuting%20simultaneously%20on%20360,%20PS3? Resident Evil 5 debuting simultaneously on 360, PS3?] (December 7, 2005), Gamespot, Retrieved on February 19, 2007.</ref> ''Resident Evil 5's'' main story mode can be played with two players, in a co-operative online mode. The feature will allow players to enter or leave anytime during the game. Both players will not always stick together, and can be separated at points during the gameplay.<ref name="shack">Faylor, Chris & Breckon, Nick, [http://www.shacknews.com/laryn.x?story=52819 Resident Evil 5 to Sport 2P Co-op, Cover System] (May 22, 2008), Shacknews, Retrieved on May 22, 2008.</ref>
In an interview with ''XBOX360ISM'', Keiji Inafune briefly stated that the game will feature some online elements. ''Resident Evil 5's'' main story mode can be played with two players, in a co-operative online mode. The feature will allow players to enter or leave anytime during the game. Both players will not always stick together, and can be separated at points during the gameplay.
==Plot==
==Plot==
[[Image:Chris-new.jpg|thumb|left|200px|[[Chris Redfield]], one of the game's [[protagonist]]s.]]
Few details have been released about the game's storyline other than the fact that the setting will have a similar feel to the film ''Black Hawk Down''. Takeuchi added that the development team is composed of staff members who worked on the first ''Resident Evil''. He has stated that ''Resident Evil 5'' will be an actual sequel to the ''Resident Evil'' series. Before Takeuchi took over, the game's former producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi stated "it's safe to say that ''Resident Evil 5'' will naturally proceed from where ''Resident Evil 4'' left off."
Few details have been released about the game's storyline other than the fact that the setting will have a similar feel to the film ''[[Black Hawk Down (film)|Black Hawk Down]]''.<ref>Casamassina, Matt & Gantayat, Anoop, [http://cube.ign.com/articles/635/635139p1.html Resident Evil 5 on 360, PS3] (July 20, 2007), IGN, Retrieved March 31, 2007.</ref><ref name="GSFAM"/> Takeuchi added that the development team is composed of staff members who worked on the first ''Resident Evil''.<ref name= "GSFAM"/> He has stated that ''Resident Evil 5'' will be an actual [[sequel]] to the ''Resident Evil'' series.<ref name="GSFAM"/> Before Takeuchi took over, the game's former producer [[Hiroyuki Kobayashi]] stated "it's safe to say that ''Resident Evil 5'' will naturally proceed from where ''Resident Evil 4'' left off."<ref>Staff, ign.com, [http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/679/679720p1.html Resident Evil 5 coming] (March 4, 2005), IGN, Retrieved on June 26, 2007.</ref>
In a July 2007 ''[[Famitsu]]'' interview, producer [[Jun Takeuchi]] revealed the main playable character as Chris Redfield and the game takes place ten years after the events of the original ''Resident Evil''. The story will explore Chris' life during the ten year interval between the two games.<ref name="tenyears">Yoshi Sato, 1UP.com , [http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3161378 Chris Redfield Returns in Resident Evil 5 news from 1UP.com] (July 18, 2007), Ziff-Davis, Retrieved on June 27, 2007.</ref> During the game's events, he is a member of a group known as BSAA, and sent to investigate an incident in a [[desert]] area that serves as the game's setting.<ref name="interview">Staff IGN.com, [http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/805/805931p1.html New Resident Evil 5 Details] (July 18, 2007), IGN, Retrieved on July 18, 2007.</ref> Takeuchi also confirmed that a female character from the series, who is seen briefly at the end of the trailer, will appear in the game.<ref name="interview"/> In an online interview, Takeuchi revealed that the game's plot will be set in Africa, and will concern "the origins of the virus." He also stated one of the plot's key elements will revolve around the whereabouts of STARS and Redfield's life after the first ''[[Resident Evil (game)|Resident Evil]]'' game.<ref name="christa">Tou, Chris, [http://blog.capcom.com/archives/1116 Resident Evil 5 Famitsu Interview With Takeuchi-san] (April 10, 2008), Capcom US, Retrieved on April 13, 2008.</ref>
In a July 2007 ''Famitsu'' interview, producer Jun Takeuchi revealed the main playable character as Chris Redfield and the game takes place ten years after the events of the original ''Resident Evil''. The story will explore Chris' life during the ten year interval between the two games. During the game's events, he is a member of a group known as BSAA, and sent to investigate an incident in a desert area that serves as the game's setting. Takeuchi also confirmed that a female character from the series, who is seen briefly at the end of the trailer, will appear in the game. In an online interview, Takeuchi revealed that the game's plot will be set in Africa, and will concern "the origins of the virus." He also stated one of the plot's key elements will revolve around the whereabouts of STARS and Redfield's life after the first ''[[Resident Evil]]'' game.
UK-based publication ''Xbox World 360'' revealed that the game takes place in a unnamed African country near a line of active [[volcanoes]] that stretch across [[Eritrea]], [[Ethiopia]], and [[Kenya]], where volcanic activity is threatening to release a previously dormant virus. They also confirmed the return of recurring [[antagonist]] [[Albert Wesker]], as well as [[Sherry Birkin]] (last seen in ''[[Resident Evil 2]]'').<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3167929|title=New Resident Evil 5 Online Co-Op Details news from 1UP.com}}</ref> Another game trailer that was released on May 31, 2008 depicted an unknown female character who assists Redfield.<ref>Morgenstern, Alexis. [http://www.gamingbits.com/content/view/4173/2/ Resident Evil 5 Website Live; New Trailer and Info] (May 31, 2008), gamingbits.com. Retrieved on June 1, 2008.</ref>
UK-based publication ''Xbox World 360'' revealed that the game takes place in a unnamed African country near a line of active volcanoes that stretch across Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Kenya, where volcanic activity is threatening to release a previously dormant virus. They also confirmed the return of recurring antagonist Albert Wesker, as well as Sherry Birkin (last seen in ''[[Resident Evil 2]]''). Another game trailer that was released on May 31, 2008 depicted an unknown female character who assists Redfield.
==Development==
[[Image:RE5screenshot-1-.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Redfield battles a group of enemies.]]
[[Jun Takeuchi]], the director of ''[[Onimusha]]'' and producer of ''[[Lost Planet: Extreme Condition]]'', will take over producer duties from [[Hiroyuki Kobayashi]]. [[Keiji Inafune]], who served as promotional producer for ''[[Resident Evil 2]]'' and executive producer for ''[[Resident Evil 4]]'''s [[PlayStation 2]] version, is overseeing the project.<ref>Mobygames.com, [http://www.mobygames.com/game/ps2/resident-evil-4/credits Resident Evil 4 production credits] Retrieved on February 19, 2007.</ref> In February of 2007, members of Capcom’s [[Clover Studio]] were also called upon to help develop the game. However, many developers from the studio moved on to work on the ''[[Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles]]'', which debuted for the [[Wii]].<ref>Bramwell, Tom, [http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=73207 Clover vets helping on Resi 5 and Inafune Wii title] (February 20, 2007), Eurogamer.net, Retrieved March 15, 2007.</ref><ref>Caron, Frank, [http://arstechnica.com/journals/thumbs.ars/2007/2/20/7141 Capcom reincorporates ex-Clover developers; victory assured] (February 20, 2007), Ars Technica, Retrieved on March 15, 2007.</ref> Several staff members who also worked on the original ''[[Resident Evil (video game)|Resident Evil]]'' are involved in development. According to Takeuchi, the game will utilize the same gameplay model introduced in ''Resident Evil 4'', while implementing thematics from the original ''Resident Evil'' into the game.<ref>Iino, Masa, [http://www.1up.com/do/previewPage?cId=3142140&did=1 Resident Evil 5 Xbox 360 Preview] (July 20, 2005), 1UP, Retrieved on May 13, 2007.</ref>
Although the game garnered much interest among ''Resident Evil'' fans, Capcom did not present any footage or information about ''Resident Evil 5'' at [[E3]] 2006.<ref>Thorsen, Tor, [http://videogames1.mtv.com/pages/gamespace/story.php?id=6151269&pid=929198 E3 06: MIA @ E3 06] (July 15, 2006), MTV Video Games, Retrieved March 31, 2007.</ref> Capcom revealed a brief new trailer for the game at E3 2007.<ref name="gs2">Navarro, Alex, [http://www.gamespot.com/ps3/adventure/residentevil5/news.html?sid=6174059&om_act=convert&om_clk=newlyadded&tag=newlyadded;title;1 E3 07: Resident Evil 5 Trailer Impressions] (July 10, 2007), Gamespot, Retrieved on July 11, 2007.</ref> They concluded the screening by stating ''Resident Evil 5'' will not be released anytime in 2007.<ref name="gs2"/> The full E3 trailer for the game became available on the [[Xbox Live Marketplace|Xbox 360 Marketplace]] and [[PlayStation Network|PlayStation Network Store]] on [[July 26]], [[2007]].<ref name="interview"/><ref>Onyett, Charles, [http://au.xbox360.ign.com/articles/802/802988p1.html E3 2007: Microsoft Conference Live Updates] (July 10, 2007), IGN (AU), Retrieved on July 11, 2007.</ref>
In late [[March 2008]], the April issue of [[Famitsu]] was bundled with a bonus DVD containing a preview of the game. On [[April 10]], [[2008]], a translation of the video was published on Capcom's official blog.<ref name="christa"/> Takeuchi gave new information on the game and showed new gameplay footage. A new trailer shown at ''Captivate '08'' debuted on [[Spike TV]]'s show ''[[List_of_programs_broadcast_by_Spike#Current_programming|Gametrailers TV]]'', on [[May 31]], [[2008]], as well as the [[GameTrailers|GameTrailers.com]] website.<ref>Kramer, Chris. [http://blog.capcom.com/archives/1218 New Resident Evil 5 trailer to premier on “Gametrailers TV with Geoff Keighley” May 31 @ 1 AM EST/PST] (May 15, 2008), Capcom US. Retrieved on May 23, 2008.</ref><ref>[http://www.gametrailers.com/player/34647.html Resident Evil 5 "Captivate '08" Trailer]</ref>
[[Liam O'Brien]] will be directing the English dialogue for ''Resident Evil 5''.<ref>Liam O'Brien's Website, [http://web.mac.com/voiceofobrien/LiamOBrien/3ADR_Resume.html 3ADR Resume], liamobrien.biz. Retrieved on June 4, 2008.</ref>
==Controversy==
''Resident Evil 5'''s 2007 [[E3]] trailer sparked controversy with its depiction of a [[Caucasian race|Caucasian]] protagonist killing hostile [[African]] villagers. [[African-American]] ''[[Newsweek]]'' editor [[N'Gai Croal]] began the criticism by stating, "There was a lot of imagery in that trailer that dovetailed with classic racist imagery." He nonetheless acknowledges that only the preview has been released.<ref>{{cite news
| last = Godinez | first = Victor | title = Zombies in 'Resident Evil 5' become issue of race | publisher = Dallas Morning News
| date = Saturday, April 12, 2008 | url = http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/ent/stories/DN-gamer_0412gl.ART.State.Edition1.466a558.html | accessdate = 2008-04-17 }}</ref><ref>{{cite news | last = Snow | first = Blake | title = Capcom confirms Africa setting for Resident Evil 5
| publisher = Game Pro | date = 2008-04-17 | url = http://www.gamepro.com/news.cfm?article_id=175988 | accessdate = 2008-04-17 }}</ref>
A second trailer released on [[May 31]], [[2008]] revealed a more racially diverse group of enemies, as well as a non-Caucasian female character who assists the protagonist. However, [[Jun Takeuchi]] denies that complaints about racism had any effect in altering the game design of ''Resident Evil 5''.<ref>McWhertor, Michael, [http://kotaku.com/5012678/resident-evil-5-not-redesigned-after-race-criticism-says-producer Resident Evil 5 Not Redesigned After Race Criticism, Says Producer] (June 3, 2008), Kotaku, Retrieved on June 8, 2008.</ref>
==References==
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==External links==
* [http://www.residentevil.com/5/ Official Website]
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Template:InfoboxResident Evil 5, known in Japan as Biohazard 5 (バイオハザード5,Baiohazādo Faibu?), is the forthcoming installment in the Resident Evil survival horror series, which is set to debut for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. It will be developed and published by Capcom. Capcom officially announced Resident Evil 5 on July 20, 2005, and is expected to release the title before the end of the current fiscal year (March 31, 2009).
Jun Takeuchi, the game's producer, stated the Resident Evil 5 will feature similar gameplay to Resident Evil 4; The player will control Chris Redfield, the protagonist of the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil Code: Veronica. The game's environment will also play a significant role. For example, if Redfield suffers prolonged exposure to heat, he will begin to see mirages and hallucinations. Also, the game implements various lighting effects. If Redfield moves between bright and dark areas his eyes will have to adjust, causing the player to briefly lose some visual of their surroundings. The player will be able to take cover and dodge (using a similar control scheme in God Hand). The Mercenaries mini-game, which was featured in both Resident Evil 3 and Resident Evil 4, will also make a return in Resident Evil 5.
The game will also feature new types of enemies. The extended E3 trailer revealed several sequences involving Redfield attacking hordes of fleet-footed enemies, who possessed melee weapons. Takeuchi has also stated the game's enemies will also possess human-like intelligence and awareness. Furthermore, he stated they will be different from the previous zombies and ganados.
In an interview with XBOX360ISM, Keiji Inafune briefly stated that the game will feature some online elements. Resident Evil 5's main story mode can be played with two players, in a co-operative online mode. The feature will allow players to enter or leave anytime during the game. Both players will not always stick together, and can be separated at points during the gameplay.
Plot
Few details have been released about the game's storyline other than the fact that the setting will have a similar feel to the film Black Hawk Down. Takeuchi added that the development team is composed of staff members who worked on the first Resident Evil. He has stated that Resident Evil 5 will be an actual sequel to the Resident Evil series. Before Takeuchi took over, the game's former producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi stated "it's safe to say that Resident Evil 5 will naturally proceed from where Resident Evil 4 left off."
In a July 2007 Famitsu interview, producer Jun Takeuchi revealed the main playable character as Chris Redfield and the game takes place ten years after the events of the original Resident Evil. The story will explore Chris' life during the ten year interval between the two games. During the game's events, he is a member of a group known as BSAA, and sent to investigate an incident in a desert area that serves as the game's setting. Takeuchi also confirmed that a female character from the series, who is seen briefly at the end of the trailer, will appear in the game. In an online interview, Takeuchi revealed that the game's plot will be set in Africa, and will concern "the origins of the virus." He also stated one of the plot's key elements will revolve around the whereabouts of STARS and Redfield's life after the first Resident Evil game.
UK-based publication Xbox World 360 revealed that the game takes place in a unnamed African country near a line of active volcanoes that stretch across Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Kenya, where volcanic activity is threatening to release a previously dormant virus. They also confirmed the return of recurring antagonist Albert Wesker, as well as Sherry Birkin (last seen in Resident Evil 2). Another game trailer that was released on May 31, 2008 depicted an unknown female character who assists Redfield.
