Shooter · 2009
Resident Evil 5
In short: Resident Evil 5 is a Shooter game by Capcom, released in 2009 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo. It takes about 36 hours to beat. Critics rate it 86/100.
Resident Evil 5 (also known as Biohazard 5 in Japan) is the third-person shooter with elements of a survivor-horror game. This is the fifth main installment in Capcom’s acclaimed franchise Resident Evil. The story follows Chris Redfield, the protagonist of the original Resident Evil, and his partner Sheva Alomar. As…
Key facts
- Released
- 5 March 2009
- Genre
- Shooter · Action
- Length
- ≈ 36 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Co-op · Couch
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox · Nintendo
- Studio
- Capcom
- Critics
- Metacritic 86
- Steam reviews
- 87% positive (49,117 reviews)
- Best price
- $3.75 · Green Man Gaming
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 86 — critics loved it
- A 2009 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Resident Evil 5?
Expect about 36 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Resident Evil 5 with friends?
Yes: Resident Evil 5 can be played solo, in co-op and together on one screen.
What platforms is Resident Evil 5 on?
Resident Evil 5 is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
Where to buy Resident Evil 5 for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $3.75 at Green Man Gaming. Prices are checked daily.
Is Resident Evil 5 a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 86. On Steam, 87% positive (49,117 reviews).
What games are like Resident Evil 5?
In the same spirit: Resident Evil 6, Resident Evil Revelations 2 and Resident Evil Revelations.
