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Resident Evil 5 - OUT NOW! (Probably NSF56K)

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  • RenzoRenzo Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Dourin wrote: »
    Renzo wrote: »
    Fizics wrote: »
    Ugh. 8 to 10 hours to complete? No thanks, I will pick it up in a few months.

    More accurate reports say 15-20.

    I believe it all depends on your own personal pace. I mean, for me, personally, if someone is saying 8-10 hours, I can see myself taking closer to 15, simply because I like to take in the game, and appreciate all it has to offer. That, and I'm OCD about checking every last corner of every room.

    I wouldn't fret too much about the length of the game, really. There's a great single- and multi-player campaign, a great side-game (mercenaries), as well as, likely, other side stuff to do (think assignment ada). Believe me, there is more than enough here to justify a $60 purchase for anybody who's a fan of RE, survival horror, action, or shooter games.

    Just sayin'.

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  • UnbreakableVowUnbreakableVow Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Good to know that it's high on replayability.

    Still have to pay my copy off this week sometime.

    Also, GameStop is doing a midnight release where they invite you to come...zombified? I'm wondering if anyone is going to actually do this.

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  • DourinDourin Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    UnbreakableVow wrote: »
    Good to know that it's high on replayability.

    Still have to pay my copy off this week sometime.

    Also, GameStop is doing a midnight release where they invite you to come...zombified? I'm wondering if anyone is going to actually do this.

    Awesome news about the midnight release. Store participation list added to OP!

    In case you guys/gals didn't see it in the OP, I will be compiling gamertags/psn ID's leading up to the launch. Just pm me your gamertag/psn ID, and I'll begin throwing it together in the OP! (Note: as stated in OP, please do not just post it in the thread, as I may miss it. Just send me a pm.)

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  • spamfilterspamfilter Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Ok, if I play a co-op game with a friend, where one of us is Chris and the other is Sheva. When whomever is Sheva starts a solo game later on as Chris, do they get to keep all the upgrades that they accumulated as Sheva, or does that person start from scratch?

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  • DourinDourin Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    spamfilter wrote: »
    Ok, if I play a co-op game with a friend, where one of us is Chris and the other is Sheva. When whomever is Sheva starts a solo game later on as Chris, do they get to keep all the upgrades that they accumulated as Sheva, or does that person start from scratch?

    I believe the host starts the game, and the friend then plays as Sheva in the host's game. However, I do not have the game, so that is purely conjecture.

    Also, looks like Gamestop is doing a trade in bonus for RE5. Details are in OP.

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  • MarinocteMarinocte Healing with explosives Just as nature intended.Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Personally im looking forward for one last breaking-of-circuits fest with my roomie.

    Got my RE5 special 360 thing on the way, going to have back to back big screen LCD's, two 360s naturally, all in the same room with 4 computers

    just need to pick up some beer and foodstuffs.

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  • ScottyScotty Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Marinocte wrote: »
    Personally im looking forward for one last breaking-of-circuits fest with my roomie.

    Got my RE5 special 360 thing on the way, going to have back to back big screen LCD's, two 360s naturally, all in the same room with 4 computers

    just need to pick up some beer and foodstuffs.


    Sounds like a kickass way to spend some time.:^:

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  • MarinocteMarinocte Healing with explosives Just as nature intended.Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Scotty wrote: »
    Marinocte wrote: »
    Personally im looking forward for one last breaking-of-circuits fest with my roomie.

    Got my RE5 special 360 thing on the way, going to have back to back big screen LCD's, two 360s naturally, all in the same room with 4 computers

    just need to pick up some beer and foodstuffs.


    Sounds like a kickass way to spend some time.:^:

    Yep, who needs coop mode when you have 3k worth of equipment sitting on a wooden table thats probably a handdown from parents.

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  • DeaderinredDeaderinred Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Oh so the rest of world is getting on the 13th too then? Awesome.

    I was under the impression America at least would be getting it on Tuesday like normal, now i don't have to worry about people spoiling this shit for me, my usual online suppliers ship me pre-orders early and they always arrive on the Thursday (they even got got mgs3 and re4 deliveried on the wensday before their releases.)

    I cant wait.

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  • TheSuperWootTheSuperWoot Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Deaderinred wrote: »
    Oh so the rest of world is getting on the 13th too then? Awesome.

    I was under the impression America at least would be getting it on Tuesday like normal, now i don't have to worry about people spoiling this shit for me, my usual online suppliers ship me pre-orders early and they always arrive on the Thursday (they even got got mgs3 and re4 deliveried on the wensday before their releases.)

    I cant wait.

    You have to look out for spoilers already. A bunch of people have gotten the game already and it was all spoiled on NeoGAF. Some guy even did a live stream of the entire game.

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  • OrogogusOrogogus San DiegoRegistered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Japan released on the 5th, I think. There was an article about them lining up for it already. I thought the series wasn't popular over there. Or am I just confusing it with Metroid?

    http://www.ps3center.net/news/2414/miles-of-japanese-line-up-for-resident-evil-5/

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  • DeaderinredDeaderinred Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    TheSuperWoot wrote: »
    Deaderinred wrote: »
    Oh so the rest of world is getting on the 13th too then? Awesome.

    I was under the impression America at least would be getting it on Tuesday like normal, now i don't have to worry about people spoiling this shit for me, my usual online suppliers ship me pre-orders early and they always arrive on the Thursday (they even got got mgs3 and re4 deliveried on the wensday before their releases.)

    I cant wait.

    You have to look out for spoilers already. A bunch of people have gotten the game already and it was all spoiled on NeoGAF. Some guy even did a live stream of the entire game.

    Hm well, i meant this thread.. i don't go to those.. other places. D:

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  • DourinDourin Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Marinocte wrote: »
    Scotty wrote: »
    Marinocte wrote: »
    Personally im looking forward for one last breaking-of-circuits fest with my roomie.

    Got my RE5 special 360 thing on the way, going to have back to back big screen LCD's, two 360s naturally, all in the same room with 4 computers

    just need to pick up some beer and foodstuffs.


    Sounds like a kickass way to spend some time.:^:

    Yep, who needs coop mode when you have 3k worth of equipment sitting on a wooden table thats probably a handdown from parents.

    Hells yes, man. We will be tearing through those zombies in style! Now, if we could just synchronize sleep cycles in the meantime, so as to actually be awake at the same time to play it! :P

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  • ChewyWafflesChewyWaffles Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    RE5 GET!!!!!

    GRABBED IT AT SEARS AN HOUR AGO!!!!

    edit: they had PS3 and 360 copies. I grabbed the 2nd to last 360 copy. Almost bought the last one to ebay, but decided it wasn't worth the trouble.

    http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/5876/img1523k.jpg

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  • AnteCantelopeAnteCantelope Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    I'm told Aus gets it on the 12th. Woo! I'll play it earlier than America for once!

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  • ChewyWafflesChewyWaffles Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    AnteCantelope wrote: »
    I'm told Aus gets it on the 12th. Woo! I'll play it earlier than America for once!

    Not this American ;)

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  • AnteCantelopeAnteCantelope Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    you bastard with your broken street dates.

    EBGames over here breaks a lot of street dates, but I doubt they'd break it for something as big as RE5.

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  • ChewyWafflesChewyWaffles Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    I didn't even know this was street-dated. I knew it wasn't coming out until the 13th, but sometimes games are or aren't street-dated. There was no big orange "DON'T SELL BY XXXX OR WE'LL HUNT YOUR ASS DOWN" sticker on the top like the big titles normally have.

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  • KrathoonKrathoon Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    I wish they just had a plain steel book edition for the US.

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  • TehSpectreTehSpectre Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    ChewyWaffles wrote: »
    RE5 GET!!!!!

    GRABBED IT AT SEARS AN HOUR AGO!!!!

    edit: they had PS3 and 360 copies. I grabbed the 2nd to last 360 copy. Almost bought the last one to ebay, but decided it wasn't worth the trouble.

    http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/5876/img1523k.jpg
    Oh crap.

    Do weknow if this is SEARS all over, or just an isolated thing?

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  • UnbreakableVowUnbreakableVow Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    I went to Sears after I read that post at work, and no luck.

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  • ChewyWafflesChewyWaffles Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Posted in the bigger RE5 thread, but I'll repost here - I grabbed an extra 360 and PS3 copy (left one PS3 copy for some soul behind) and don't really feel like messing with Ebay, but I'll keep them around for a day if anyone expresses interest in buying from me at cost + shipping. I'll ship Monday at whatever rate you're willing to pay for. If no one's interested, I'll just return them sometime tomorrow afternoon. I'm in no big hurry to return them, but a few days it won't matter anyway.

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  • Professor SnugglesworthProfessor Snugglesworth Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Where do you live? If you're close to FL, maybe you can ship me a copy of the 360 version.

    Anyway, here's the Resident Evil ride, only released in Japan.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4iZskYToUo

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvkS9Ml2dOs

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRQzf23hhS0

    The monster is a pretty cool concept, too bad it's never used in any of the games.

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  • tofutofu Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Wait, why are there two RE5 threads?

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  • Professor SnugglesworthProfessor Snugglesworth Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Same reason there are two Final Fantasy threads.
    That wasn't a jab at the mods. Don't hurt me. :(

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  • ChewyWafflesChewyWaffles Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Professor Snugglesworth wrote: »
    Where do you live? If you're close to FL, maybe you can ship me a copy of the 360 version.

    Good question. I live in Illinois, but it shouldn't matter depending on the shipping option you choose.

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  • Professor SnugglesworthProfessor Snugglesworth Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Well, what service would you use? What payment option (paypal, I hope)? And would you include the tax you paid or make it an even $60?

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  • DourinDourin Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    tofu wrote: »
    Wait, why are there two RE5 threads?

    I've just messaged to have the old one locked, so hopefully that'll be fixed.

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  • Professor SnugglesworthProfessor Snugglesworth Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Resident Evil 5 Launch Party!

    To celebrate the release of Resident Evil 5 on Friday, March 13th, Capcom and our friends at GameStop are throwing a launch party! On the eve of the launch, Thursday the 12th, meet us at Union Square in San Francisco to usher in Resident Evil 5. The event kicks off at 8pm and ends at midnight when you will be able to pick up your game- in-between we’ll have plenty going on to keep you busy. For starters, there will be a whole tent dedicated to the game where tons of kiosks will be set up and players will get a chance to get their hands on the game before grabbing it at midnight. You’ll also have the chance to win prizes and giveaways, meet the development team including co-producers, Takeuchi-san and Kawata-san and hang out with the motion capture/voice actors that played Chris, Sheva and Josh. To top it all off there will be new game announcements, stage shows, and Resident Evil activities all through out the night.

    In order to guarantee you get the game at midnight, please stop by the Powell Street GameStop before the party to get your game transaction processed. You will need to get your proof of purchase wrist band and receipt for the GameStop store in order to pick-up your game at the party.

    Also make sure to get there early as there will be limited space and we want to make sure you all get to enjoy the party!

    Just to re-cap the details: be at Union Square in San Francisco by 8:00pm. I highly recommend getting there EARLY. We’ll party until midnight, then you can get your copy of the game with proof of purchase at the Powell St. GameStop. See you there!

    If they really announce a new game we haven't heard yet, I'll be personally impressed. Capcom has been in a serious roll lately. They're the only console company that hasn't been disappointing this gen.

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  • GroveGrove Los AngelesRegistered User regular
    edited March 2009
    I was sent a friend invite (psn) from some dude in japan I was fighting in SF4. After the matches were over, I felt compelled to look at his trophy list for some reason. Lo and behold the fucker has RE5 and has beaten it. I sent him a very pointed message in engrish.

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  • AnteCantelopeAnteCantelope Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Professor Snugglesworth wrote: »
    Resident Evil 5 Launch Party!

    To celebrate the release of Resident Evil 5 on Friday, March 13th, Capcom and our friends at GameStop are throwing a launch party! On the eve of the launch, Thursday the 12th, meet us at Union Square in San Francisco to usher in Resident Evil 5. The event kicks off at 8pm and ends at midnight when you will be able to pick up your game- in-between we’ll have plenty going on to keep you busy. For starters, there will be a whole tent dedicated to the game where tons of kiosks will be set up and players will get a chance to get their hands on the game before grabbing it at midnight. You’ll also have the chance to win prizes and giveaways, meet the development team including co-producers, Takeuchi-san and Kawata-san and hang out with the motion capture/voice actors that played Chris, Sheva and Josh. To top it all off there will be new game announcements, stage shows, and Resident Evil activities all through out the night.

    In order to guarantee you get the game at midnight, please stop by the Powell Street GameStop before the party to get your game transaction processed. You will need to get your proof of purchase wrist band and receipt for the GameStop store in order to pick-up your game at the party.

    Also make sure to get there early as there will be limited space and we want to make sure you all get to enjoy the party!

    Just to re-cap the details: be at Union Square in San Francisco by 8:00pm. I highly recommend getting there EARLY. We’ll party until midnight, then you can get your copy of the game with proof of purchase at the Powell St. GameStop. See you there!

    If they really announce a new game we haven't heard yet, I'll be personally impressed. Capcom has been in a serious roll lately. They're the only console company that hasn't been disappointing this gen.

    'New game announcements' could be new announcements about games that we already know about, and not new games. They might announce a new game, but there is no way that they are announcing two or more.

    Does anyone know if an event like this is planned in Aus?

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  • DeaderinredDeaderinred Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Hey fellas, can anyone who has the full game confirm if this is true?
    supposedly from a video on live a few weeks ago, there will be an alternate control scheme that is supposed to appease with Gears style players so moving and shooting willl be an option. Don't have a direct link as it was an insidee XBOX interview with somebody at capcom .

    I've heard no such thing and i question its validity.

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  • RenzoRenzo Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Deaderinred wrote: »
    Hey fellas, can anyone who has the full game confirm if this is true?
    supposedly from a video on live a few weeks ago, there will be an alternate control scheme that is supposed to appease with Gears style players so moving and shooting willl be an option. Don't have a direct link as it was an insidee XBOX interview with somebody at capcom .

    I've heard no such thing and i question its validity.

    It was on game blogs and game news sites weeks ago. The guy in the video in question didn't know what he was talking about. It's bullshit.

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  • DeaderinredDeaderinred Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Renzo wrote: »
    Deaderinred wrote: »
    Hey fellas, can anyone who has the full game confirm if this is true?
    supposedly from a video on live a few weeks ago, there will be an alternate control scheme that is supposed to appease with Gears style players so moving and shooting willl be an option. Don't have a direct link as it was an insidee XBOX interview with somebody at capcom .

    I've heard no such thing and i question its validity.

    It was on game blogs and game news sites weeks ago. The guy in the video in question didn't know what he was talking about. It's bullshit.

    I figured as much, thanks.

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  • DourinDourin Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Deaderinred wrote: »
    Renzo wrote: »
    Deaderinred wrote: »
    Hey fellas, can anyone who has the full game confirm if this is true?
    supposedly from a video on live a few weeks ago, there will be an alternate control scheme that is supposed to appease with Gears style players so moving and shooting willl be an option. Don't have a direct link as it was an insidee XBOX interview with somebody at capcom .

    I've heard no such thing and i question its validity.

    It was on game blogs and game news sites weeks ago. The guy in the video in question didn't know what he was talking about. It's bullshit.

    I figured as much, thanks.

    Yeah, I believe the "Gears" style control-scheme was the one that allows you to now strafe if you so choose, but that's it.

    Personally, I'm ok with not being able to move and shoot, as it would greatly reduce your accuracy.

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  • UltrachristUltrachrist Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    I was looking at the IGN review and no online co-op for merc mode? Blech.

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  • urahonkyurahonky Cynical Old Man Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Ultrachrist wrote: »
    I was looking at the IGN review and no online co-op for merc mode? Blech.

    This was proven to be bullshit.

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  • DourinDourin Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    urahonky wrote: »
    Ultrachrist wrote: »
    I was looking at the IGN review and no online co-op for merc mode? Blech.

    This was proven to be bullshit.

    Wait, where? Link?

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  • urahonkyurahonky Cynical Old Man Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Dourin wrote: »
    urahonky wrote: »
    Ultrachrist wrote: »
    I was looking at the IGN review and no online co-op for merc mode? Blech.

    This was proven to be bullshit.

    Wait, where? Link?

    I thought people with the game already had said that it was online?

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  • DeaderinredDeaderinred Registered User regular
    edited March 2009
    Professor Snugglesworth wrote: »
    Resident Evil 5 Launch Party!

    To celebrate the release of Resident Evil 5 on Friday, March 13th, Capcom and our friends at GameStop are throwing a launch party! On the eve of the launch, Thursday the 12th, meet us at Union Square in San Francisco to usher in Resident Evil 5. The event kicks off at 8pm and ends at midnight when you will be able to pick up your game- in-between we’ll have plenty going on to keep you busy. For starters, there will be a whole tent dedicated to the game where tons of kiosks will be set up and players will get a chance to get their hands on the game before grabbing it at midnight. You’ll also have the chance to win prizes and giveaways, meet the development team including co-producers, Takeuchi-san and Kawata-san and hang out with the motion capture/voice actors that played Chris, Sheva and Josh. To top it all off there will be new game announcements, stage shows, and Resident Evil activities all through out the night.

    In order to guarantee you get the game at midnight, please stop by the Powell Street GameStop before the party to get your game transaction processed. You will need to get your proof of purchase wrist band and receipt for the GameStop store in order to pick-up your game at the party.

    Also make sure to get there early as there will be limited space and we want to make sure you all get to enjoy the party!

    Just to re-cap the details: be at Union Square in San Francisco by 8:00pm. I highly recommend getting there EARLY. We’ll party until midnight, then you can get your copy of the game with proof of purchase at the Powell St. GameStop. See you there!

    If they really announce a new game we haven't heard yet, I'll be personally impressed. Capcom has been in a serious roll lately. They're the only console company that hasn't been disappointing this gen.

    was reading kotaku and found this, the dates fit. D:
    Game Focus: One of the staff here loves Code Veronica (Fale) and was wondering if we would see a XBLA or PSN release of this game.

    Matt Dahlgren: Nothing is planned for the game regarding a remake on PSN/XBLA, but what I can say is if you are a fan of Code Veronica you should pay attention in the next couple of weeks there is some news you should be very pleased with. Tell him to pay attention on the 12th (March).

    http://kotaku.com/5165889/wii-to-get-resident-evil-code-veronica-update

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