Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Science picks Dead Space 2 as 360's scariest game]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/08/science-picks-dead-space-2-as-360s-scariest-game/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/08/science-picks-dead-space-2-as-360s-scariest-game/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/08/science-picks-dead-space-2-as-360s-scariest-game/#comments You could rely on your friends, game critics or helpful GameStop sales associates to tell you which games are scary, but that's so two-thousand-and-late. We're sticking with science, thanks to this helpful feature from Gamasutra, which used player feedback and biometric data to rate not only the most frightening games, but their most horrifying moments. [Update: The study itself was conducted by Vertical Slice, so if you're looking for dream jobs in the research field, that's where we'd start.)

A victor was picked, but some of the study's other conclusions were more interesting. For instance: The threat of combat was typically scarier than combat itself. Also, gore, while provocative, wasn't, particularly frightening. The game that understood those concepts the best? Well, that would be Dead Space 2, which took the brass ring over Condemned, Alan Wake and Resident Evil 5.

Presumably, Sherlock Holmes: Nemesis was not in the running.

JoystiqScience picks Dead Space 2 as 360's scariest game originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>condemneddead-space-2gamasutrahorrormicrosoftresident-evil-5xboxThu, 08 Sep 2011 19:56:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil: Damnation 3D CG movie sequel announced]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/14/resident-evil-damnation-3d-cg-movie-sequel-announced/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/14/resident-evil-damnation-3d-cg-movie-sequel-announced/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/14/resident-evil-damnation-3d-cg-movie-sequel-announced/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Capcom and Sony Pictures are subjecting victims to another CG Resident Evil movie: Damnation. The animated feature will be released in Japan in 2012 using that 3D tech the corporations are raving about.

According to Capcom, the first Resident Evil CG film, Degeneration, has shipped over 1.6 million copies for home viewing and its limited "2-week / 3-screen theatrical release in Japan" grossed ¥40 million yen ($480K).

Despite Resident Evil's celluloid excursions being reviled by critics, the series has made plenty of bank. Resident Evil: Afterlife 3D is currently the top movie at the box office.

JoystiqResident Evil: Damnation 3D CG movie sequel announced originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 14 Sep 2010 09:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcommicrosoftnintendoplaystationps3RE5resident-evilResident-Evil-5Resident-Evil-DamnationResident-Evil-DegenerationwiixboxTue, 14 Sep 2010 09:31:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil 5 DLC is Xbox Live's Deal of the Week]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/07/resident-evil-5-dlc-is-xbox-live-deal-of-the-week/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/07/resident-evil-5-dlc-is-xbox-live-deal-of-the-week/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/09/07/resident-evil-5-dlc-is-xbox-live-deal-of-the-week/#comments Did you know your copy of Resident Evil 5 has been sitting on your shelf, feeling neglected for months now? When the DLC for the game hit, you promised you'd get back to it, but you forgot, didn't you?

Continue reading Resident Evil 5 DLC is Xbox Live's Deal of the Week

JoystiqResident Evil 5 DLC is Xbox Live's Deal of the Week originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 07 Sep 2010 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomdeal-of-the-weekdesperate-escapeDLClost-in-nightmaresmicrosoftRE5Resident-Evil-5untold-stories-bundlexblmxboxxbox-livexbox-live-deal-of-the-weekTue, 07 Sep 2010 23:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Capcom USA will be proactive in preventing another 'RE5 controversy']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/24/capcom-usa-will-be-proactive-in-preventing-another-re5-controve/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/24/capcom-usa-will-be-proactive-in-preventing-another-re5-controve/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/08/24/capcom-usa-will-be-proactive-in-preventing-another-re5-controve/#commentsFiled under: , ,

Seemingly at peace with the fact that it may never escape the "Resident Evil 5 is racist" flap the game stirred up last year, Capcom USA is speaking openly about measures it is taking to ensure it can offer a non-Japanese perspective on future titles. Talking with Gamasutra, the senior PR rep for the publisher's North American operation, Melody Pfeiffer, confirmed that, "Since the RE5 controversy, we have become much more aware of how important it is that we are part of the asset creation process early on so that we are able to have a say in the end product." (Implying that it didn't before.)

"We are also designing a lot of our own assets from this side of the pond, so that we are able to make strategic pieces of content that make sense for our market," Pfeiffer added, saying, "We are working really closely with our producers in Japan to construct these materials for the West and they are open more then ever to hearing our thoughts and ideas for assets."

Translated: Capcom USA hopes it won't be blindsided again, and has gotten assurances from the home office that it'll be listened to the next time it says, "Uh, no, that ain't gonna fly anywhere." Listened to, yes, but heard? Only the lack of another "RE5 controversy" can serve as proof.

JoystiqCapcom USA will be proactive in preventing another 'RE5 controversy' originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 24 Aug 2010 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcommicrosoftpcplaystationps3RE5Resident-Evil-5xboxTue, 24 Aug 2010 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[The Art of Resident Evil 5 book coming in July]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/19/the-art-of-resident-evil-5-book-coming-in-july/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/19/the-art-of-resident-evil-5-book-coming-in-july/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/19/the-art-of-resident-evil-5-book-coming-in-july/#comments
Click for a closer look Some people would have you believe that the printed word is on the way out, but it turns out the medium is undead after all. No, you're not i-Majini-ng things, there really is a Resident Evil 5 art book, and it's shambling to shelves this July. Entitled The Art of Resident Evil 5, the book is being released by Udon and contains loads of content from the game, including "3D models, character designs, environments, storyboards, and promotional art." It also includes "never before seen concept art and unused designs," creator commentary and interviews with the development staff.

You can pre-order the 204 page book from Amazon, where it's currently selling for $26.39 (34 percent off the usual $39.99 price tag).

Gallery: Resident Evil 5 art book


[Via Capcom-Unity]

JoystiqThe Art of Resident Evil 5 book coming in July originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 19 Apr 2010 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomMicrosoftresident-evilresident-evil-5the-art-of-resident-evil-5udonXbox-360Mon, 19 Apr 2010 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil 5 DLC available at a discount in 'Untold Stories Bundle']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/10/resident-evil-5-dlc-available-at-a-discount-in-untold-stories-b/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/10/resident-evil-5-dlc-available-at-a-discount-in-untold-stories-b/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/10/resident-evil-5-dlc-available-at-a-discount-in-untold-stories-b/#commentsConfused about exactly which costumes you'd get from a Resident Evil 5 costume pack? Buy them all! And buy both DLC episodes while you're at it. Capcom just announced that it's bundling the two costume packs, as well as both the "Lost in Nightmares" and "Desperate Escape" episodes together as a single "Untold Stories Bundle."

It'll be available today on Xbox Live for 960 ($12) and tomorrow on PlayStation Network for $12.50. Individually, all that content would add up to $14, and would require up to four tedious menu navigations. Either way, it's still cheaper than buying the Gold Edition disc.

JoystiqResident Evil 5 DLC available at a discount in 'Untold Stories Bundle' originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bundlecapcomdesperate-escapedlclost-in-nightmaresMicrosoftpsnresident-evil-5untold-stories-bundlexblaXbox-360Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Joyswag: Limited edition Resident Evil 5 'Chibi Majini' shirt and Desperate Escape DLC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/03/joyswag-limited-edition-resident-evil-5-chibi-majini-shirt-an/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/03/joyswag-limited-edition-resident-evil-5-chibi-majini-shirt-an/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/03/03/joyswag-limited-edition-resident-evil-5-chibi-majini-shirt-an/#commentsUpdate: Entrance period is now closed. Congrats to Warholism, Anemos, Jon, Zable and Leon Durham. Check your emails!
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A new Resident Evil 5 DLC episode, "Desperate Escape," is out today on Xbox Live and tomorrow on PSN. To celebrate, Capcom has once again set up your friends at Joystiq with five "Chibi Majini" T-shirts (in red this time) and DLC codes for the new episode on your choice of PS3 or Xbox 360.

If you want a closer look at the adorably murderable majini on the shirt, you'll find one after the break. Otherwise, to enter for your chance to win:
  • Leave a comment on this post telling us which Resident Evil character you would hope makes a cameo in "Desperate Escape"
  • You must be 18 years or older and a resident of the US or Canada (excluding Quebec)
  • Limit 1 entry per person
  • This entry period ends at 2:00PM ET on Thursday, March 4
  • We'll randomly select five winners at that time to each receive a red "Chibi Majini" T-shirt [ARV $20] and a "Desperate Escape" DLC code [ARV $5] -- please check your emails!
  • For a list of complete rules, click here.
What is Joyswag? Since we don't keep the games and merchandise we receive for review or promotional purposes, it becomes "Joyswag," which is passed along to our readers. For more info on our policy, click here.

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JoystiqJoyswag: Limited edition Resident Evil 5 'Chibi Majini' shirt and Desperate Escape DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>CapcomDesperate-EscapeDLCjoyswagMicrosoftResident-Evil-5Xbox-360Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[RE5 'Lost in Nightmares' Easter egg: the classic cam]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/19/resident-evil-5-lost-in-nightmares-dlc-easter-egg/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/19/resident-evil-5-lost-in-nightmares-dlc-easter-egg/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/19/resident-evil-5-lost-in-nightmares-dlc-easter-egg/#comments
 There's a neat throwback to the first time Jill Valentine and Chris Redfield went stomping around a creepy old mansion in "Lost in Nightmares," the new DLC episode for Resident Evil 5. By going to the front door of the mansion and attempting to open it a few times (remember what happened the first time you tried that?), you'll eventually get a "?" message and the camera will shift to Resident Evil's classic, isolated point of view.

More than anything, the Easter egg is a nostalgic reminder of the olden days of survival horror, before Chris Redfield had to juice up just to get out of bed in the morning.

JoystiqRE5 'Lost in Nightmares' Easter egg: the classic cam originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cameradlceaster-egglost-in-nightmaresMicrosoftre5resident-evilresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-alternative-editionresident-evil-5-gold-editionXbox-360Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil 5 costume pack suffers a wardrobe malfunction]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/resident-evil-5-costume-pack-suffers-a-wardrobe-malfunction/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/resident-evil-5-costume-pack-suffers-a-wardrobe-malfunction/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/resident-evil-5-costume-pack-suffers-a-wardrobe-malfunction/#commentsIf you downloaded the new Resident Evil 5 costume pack today expecting the "Heavy Metal" and "Business" costumes, then you might be a bit disappointed. And also a bit dressed in spiky shoulder pads. Instead of the two costumes advertised, the "Costume Pack 1" actually contains the "Fairy Tale" and "Warrior" outfits that were supposed to comprise the "Costume Pack 2" DLC. Surprise!

"This issue is known by Capcom," the publisher assures the inappropriately attired gamers affected by the issue, "and we are currently working with Microsoft for a solution." As for tomorrow's PS3 release of the costume pack, Capcom told Joystiq that it was "still verifying" which costumes will be included.

JoystiqResident Evil 5 costume pack suffers a wardrobe malfunction originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomcostume-packdlcMicrosoftresident-evil-5Xbox-360Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:50:00 EST<![CDATA[PSA: RE5 'Lost in Nightmares' DLC out now for $5, Costume Pack for $2]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/re5-lost-in-nightmares-dlc-priced-5-dollars-costume-pack-is-2/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/re5-lost-in-nightmares-dlc-priced-5-dollars-costume-pack-is-2/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/re5-lost-in-nightmares-dlc-priced-5-dollars-costume-pack-is-2/#comments As expected, the first of two Resident Evil 5 expansion episodes, "Lost in Nightmares," has been released today on Xbox Live (tomorrow on PSN) for the unterrifying price of 400 ($5). An additional Costume Pack, also the first of two, has hit the Marketplace as well, for 180 ($2), and joins the free Extra Figures DLC that appeared on Monday.

Capcom has also confirmed that the second episode, "Desperate Escape," previously dated for March 3 and 4 on XBLM and PSN, respectively, will also launch at the 400 / $4.99 price point and be joined by Costume Pack 2 (180 / $1.99).

Finally, on March 9, Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition will hit retail, combining all of the aforementioned DLC (on the PS3 disc; through vouchers in Xbox 360 copies) with the original game for $50; a not-so discounted bundle for anyone who hasn't picked up the original RE5 (now $30), which was released last March. So, if you're not too interested in piloting air ships and wranglin' chocobos that week, Chris and Sheva have got your back. Will you have theirs? Hmm?

Gallery: Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition


Shortcut: Purchase Lost in Nightmares, Costume Pack 1 and/or Resident Evil 5 (full game download) [via Xbox.com]

JoystiqPSA: RE5 'Lost in Nightmares' DLC out now for $5, Costume Pack for $2 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomcostume-packcostumesdesperate-escapedlclost-in-nightmaresMicrosoftpricingpsapsnrelease-dateresident-evilresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-gold-editionxblmXbox-360Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:52:00 EST<![CDATA[RE5, Beautiful Katamari hit Games on Demand]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/re5-beautiful-katamari-hit-games-on-demand/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/re5-beautiful-katamari-hit-games-on-demand/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/re5-beautiful-katamari-hit-games-on-demand/#comments As promised, both Resident Evil 5 and Beautiful Katamari are now available via Xbox Live Games on Demand. Resident Evil 5 is available everywhere except Korea, while Beautiful Katamari is available everywhere except India. The North American price for Resident Evil 5 is $29.99, with Beautiful Katamari going for $19.99. As usual, prices vary by region, so be sure to check your local details before plunking down the e-money.

It's worth pointing out that this week also marks the release of the Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition DLC. In other words, you could actually own the entirety of the Gold Edition in a purely digital format (you know, if that's your thing). Strangely absent from Marketplace are the promised Resident Evil Avatar items, though we imagine those will be coming along shortly. Unless they're zombie outfits, in which case it may be a while before they shamble online.

Shortcut: Download Resident Evil 5 to your Xbox 360 (via Xbox.com)
Shortcut: Download Beautiful Katamari to your Xbox 360 (via Xbox.com)

JoystiqRE5, Beautiful Katamari hit Games on Demand originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bandai-namcobeautiful-katamaricapcomgames-on-demandnamco-bandairesident-evil-5xbox-liveTue, 16 Feb 2010 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Free Resident Evil 5 DLC hits Xbox Live Marketplace]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/free-resident-evil-5-dlc-hits-xbox-live-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/free-resident-evil-5-dlc-hits-xbox-live-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/16/free-resident-evil-5-dlc-hits-xbox-live-marketplace/#comments Capcom isn't exactly known for its generous support of DLC. But with the impending release of the very first Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition DLC this week, Capcom is giving everyone a free surprise on the Xbox Live Marketplace. Available for download now, the "Extra Figures" pack will add figures like Barry and Rebecca to your in-game statue collection ... "all for the affordable price of a free download!"

We've learned from plenty of schoolyard beatings that the only thing worse than being caught playing with action figures ... is being caught playing with action figures that aren't even real. We'll be doing this discreetly.

Download: Resident Evil 5: Extra Figures

[Thanks, Cj! Via Hell Descent]

JoystiqFree Resident Evil 5 DLC hits Xbox Live Marketplace originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomdlcresident-evilresident-evil-5xblmTue, 16 Feb 2010 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition screens, video show off Barry and Rebecca]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/11/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-screens-video-show-off-barry-and/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/11/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-screens-video-show-off-barry-and/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/11/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-screens-video-show-off-barry-and/#commentsFollowing yesterday's Famitsu news detailing the heroic pair's inclusion in Resident Evil 5: Alternative Edition's Mercenaries Reunion mode, Capcom has confirmed that Barry Burton and Rebecca Chambers will be included as playable characters in Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition. Sadly, our unbearably nerdy request for the more classic versions of these two characters was not honored, as both seem to be updates of their GameCube incarnations: Barry from REmake and Rebecca from Resident Evil Zero.

Gallery: Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition (Barry and Rebecca)

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JoystiqResident Evil 5: Gold Edition screens, video show off Barry and Rebecca originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>barry-burtondlcmercenaries-reunionMicrosoftrebecca-chambersresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-alternative-editionresident-evil-5-gold-editionXbox-360Thu, 11 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Famitsu: Rebecca Chambers and Barry Burton in RE5: Mercenaries Reunion]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/famitsu-rebecca-chambers-and-barry-burton-in-re5-mercenaries-r/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/famitsu-rebecca-chambers-and-barry-burton-in-re5-mercenaries-r/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/09/famitsu-rebecca-chambers-and-barry-burton-in-re5-mercenaries-r/#comments The latest issue of Famitsu reveals (via IGN) that two of the series' classic characters are coming to Mercenaries Reunion in Resident Evil 5: Alternative Edition: Barry Burton and Rebecca Chambers. Both characters made their first appearance in the original Resident Evil game, but haven't exactly been strangers to the series ever since.

Rebecca co-starred in Resident Evil Zero, while Barry enjoyed an extended role in REmake and was Leon's sidekick in Resident Evil Gaiden, the Game Boy Color game. Barry also played a pivotal role in Resident Evil 3: Nemesis.

Frankly, we're all for bringing these two back, but only if we get oddly apologetic Rebecca and soft-spoken Barry.

JoystiqFamitsu: Rebecca Chambers and Barry Burton in RE5: Mercenaries Reunion originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Capcom also released a video of Josh Stone in the Mercenaries Reunion mode. He seems a little more at home, cheesy catchphrases included. See him in action after the break. Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition DLC lands on PSN and XBLM in February, with a retail release set for March.

Continue reading Video: Excella and Josh in Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition

JoystiqVideo: Excella and Josh in Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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 Of all the characters we can imagine playing in the new Mercenaries Reunion mode in the upcoming Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition, Excella Gionne is probably at the bottom of the list. Well, Ashley -- Leon's little tag-along in Resident Evil 4 -- might rank lower. While the press release assures us that Excella's "mercilessness contrasts with her beauty" and that she has a "strong fighting instinct backed up by superior martial art skills," it seems just a little suspect. She's a CEO, not a warrior. Can you imagine Steve Ballmer and Howard Stringer teaming up to fight their way through the zombie apocalypse?

Actually, that sounds completely awesome. Why don't you check out some screens of Excella -- and some new screens of the "Desperate Escape" episode -- while Joystiq Publishing works up a development document for Ball and String in Zombie Town.

The Gold Edition DLC will be available February 17, followed by a retail release in March.

Gallery: Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition (1/21/10)

JoystiqNew playable character in RE5: Gold Edition originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomdesperate-escapejoystiq-publishingMicrosoftresident-evilresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-alternative-editionresident-evil-5-gold-editionXbox-360Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition looks like a sequel in new trailer]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/15/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-looks-like-a-sequel-in-new-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/15/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-looks-like-a-sequel-in-new-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/15/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-looks-like-a-sequel-in-new-trailer/#comments After numerous trailers for the upcoming Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition's zany costumes, Capcom has finally released a trailer focusing on both of the extra DLC story chapters. "Lost in Nightmares" takes place before the events of Resident Evil 5 and includes a mansion inspired by the setting of the very first RE game. "Desperate Escape" takes place during the end of Resident Evil 5, as Jill and Josh race to save Chris and Sheva from the endgame's exploding volcano.

With Jill serving as the "main character" for the additional content, the Gold Edition expansion looks like a genuine sequel, a la Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. Most importantly, we're glad to see Jill's masterful unlocking skills put to good use in this trailer. The first batch of RE5 DLC will be available on February 17.

JoystiqResident Evil 5: Gold Edition looks like a sequel in new trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomdesperate-escapedlclost-in-nightmaresMicrosoftresident-evilresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-gold-editionXbox-360Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:45:00 EST<![CDATA[New Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition screens]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/08/new-resident-evil-5-gold-edition-screens/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/08/new-resident-evil-5-gold-edition-screens/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/08/new-resident-evil-5-gold-edition-screens/#comments
The official Japanese site for the upcoming Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition has been updated with a ton of fresh screens showcasing some of the new content in the update. In the gallery below, you'll find shots of the new costumes available for Sheva and Chris, as well as some glimpses of the "Desperate Escape" episode starring Jill Valentine and Josh Stone.

The content in Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition will be available as DLC this February and arrives at retail in March.

[Via andriasang.com]

Gallery: Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition (1/8/2010)

JoystiqNew Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition screens originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A high-definition update - with high-quality voice work to boot! - of the adventure gaming classic, Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition represents a sea change in how LucasArts treats its adventure gaming roots. Instead of squirelling them away in a vault while development continues on Star Wars title after Star Wars title, LucasArts is putting them up on Steam, and remastering them for a whole new audience, with the first Monkey Island adventure leading the charge.

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JoystiqBest of the Rest: Chris' picks of 2009 originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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I mocked this "re-imagining" of Silent Hill when it was first announced. I thought Harry Mason had become an older, life-hewn Harry Potter and considered the town's frosty makeover as nothing short of sacrilege. But an encounter with the game at E3 2009 (and with candid producer Tomm Hulett) quickly changed my mind. While the game departs significantly from the franchise's known lore, it retains and streamlines much of what made Silent Hill stand out against games like Resident Evil. Encased in the game's frigid atmosphere, you'll experience a sense of bewilderment that, if you've been playing these games for a long time, you will not have felt in years. Indeed, the best surprises prey on those of us who think we know everything about Silent Hill.

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"BUT THAT GAME WAS 2008!!11one!1!" Well, yes, in the strictest sense. Sega's strategy role-playing game, an epic tale chronicling the hardships and victories of Gallian militia Squad 7, was sent out to die by the publisher when it released in November 2008. However, word-of-mouth, critical praise and some discounted pricing helped the saga find a place in many people's lives (and hearts) by mid-2009.

One of the most endearing mechanics implemented in the game was giving all the playable members of Squad 7 bonuses (or flaws) based on their neuroses, relationships and desires. Also, every character had a different personality that shined during their turn through little quips and order recognition comments. It gave the entire cast more depth of character, even as the player only saw a handful of the troops during cutscenes. Despite the requisite Japanese RPG flair and melodrama, there was a simple beauty and charm in the storytelling, while the gameplay introduced a great basis for iteration. Valkyria Chronicles is a series that, with love and attention, could become so much more. I look forward to returning to Gallia and hope future installments recognize that the delightful characters are as important to the series as the strategic gameplay.

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I've long been a fan of the Resident Evil series, and while the campaign here has problems and should never be played solo, the Mercenaries mode is what kept me coming back. Those action-packed levels spent trying to survive while running low on ammo and health were some of my most chaotic, yet highly enjoyable, experiences of 2009.

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What started out as tepid fascination in DJ Hero quickly turned into a deep, passionate love. I initially thought it was just another rhythm game knock-off with an obtuse peripheral and a too-high price point. However, as my turntabling improved, my fondness for the game multiplied. Based on the game's lackluster sales, I'm guessing most people shared my outright hesitance -- but once you invest a bit of time and patience into DJ Hero, I guarantee you'll get hooked. (And that soundtrack! Oh, man, that soundtrack.)

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We'll try to share these details without dropping any spoilers: Josh encounters Jill, who has collapsed after that one fight. Together, they have to escape from the Tricell facility, pushing through wave after wave of faux-zombies in the middle of the night. They'll need to do so quickly, as they need to fulfill their important, life-saving duties to Chris and Sheva, who are simultaneously locked in battle with that one guy.

Additionally, Capcom has released some screens of the new episode, which we've posted in the gallery below. Also, the developer revealed two new costumes for Chris and Sheva in the game's Mercenaries Reunion mode: Chris gets "Heavy Metal" duds, while Sheva gets somewhat classier "Business" attire. Check them out in the videos after the jump!

Gallery: Resident Evil 5 - Desperate Escape

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Okay, Josh Stone is actually the BSAA member who helps out Chris and Sheva throughout the game -- mostly through the deus ex machina helicopter rescues for which the series is well-known. But wait -- if you're playing as Josh Stone, who's going to come rescue you at the end of the game in a helicopter? This could be bad, folks.

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Sheva's duds can be seen in the video above, while Chris's can be found just after the jump. Proceed with caution if you elect to view the latter -- there's a very real possibility that your eyeballs could get punched.

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JoystiqSheva and Chris getting new duds in Resident Evil 5 DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Capcom has updated its official Japanese Resident Evil 5 site, revealing the new enemy featured in the upcoming Gold Edition retail and (assorted) DLC release of the game. The new nemesis is an unnamed and extremely grotesque behemoth who carries a large key-like anchor, stalking the underground of Spencer's Mansion in the content's Lost in Nightmares episode. According to an English translation of the character card, players can hunt down the beast to obtain heavy weapons such as a sickle. If the design proves one thing, it's that Capcom continues to create characters with terrible skin afflictions. Someone get this guy an ointment.

[Via Andriasang]

JoystiqResident Evil 5: Gold Edition's new enemy is all kinds of creepy originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomcreepydlcdownloadable-contentMicrosoftnew-contentresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-gold-editionXbox-360Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:00:00 EST<![CDATA[RE5: Lost in Nightmares teaser goes back to the mansion]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/20/re5-lost-in-nightmares-teaser-goes-back-to-the-mansion/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/20/re5-lost-in-nightmares-teaser-goes-back-to-the-mansion/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/20/re5-lost-in-nightmares-teaser-goes-back-to-the-mansion/#commentsJill Valentine knows what's up: Only the most refined individual understands the elegance of the crank. Chris Redfield and his personal gun show may complain that an entire mansion is being run on the archaic device in this teaser for upcoming Resident Evil 5 DLC episode, Lost in Nightmares, but that's because the dude doesn't respect the crank's noble history. We're just glad one of the two survivalists has enough class to acknowledge the significance of history's great gate opener.

Gallery: Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition

JoystiqRE5: Lost in Nightmares teaser goes back to the mansion originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>albert-weskercapcomchris-redfielddlcjill-valentinelost-in-nightmaresMicrosoftre5resident-evilresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-alternative-editionresident-evil-5-gold-editionvideoXbox-360Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition hits retail in March, DLC in February [update]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/19/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-hits-retail-in-march-dlc-in-febru/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/19/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-hits-retail-in-march-dlc-in-febru/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/19/resident-evil-5-gold-edition-hits-retail-in-march-dlc-in-febru/#comments It looks like Capcom USA was tired of us making fun of the proposed name for the upcoming Resident Evil 5 expansion, "Alternative Edition." The division has chosen a bling-ier title for its stateside release: Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition. Gold Edition will be released as a retail box copy on March 9 for $49.99 as a single Blu-ray disc, including the original game and add-on content, on PS3 and as a DVD with download voucher for Xbox 360.

If you already have Resident Evil 5, you'll be able to pick up the first DLC chapter earlier. "Lost in Nightmares" and a custom pack will be available for download on February 17 for Xbox 360 and February 18 for PS3, while the second, unnamed DLC episode will be released March 3 (Xbox 360) and 4th (PS3) alongside a second costume pack. No mention has been made of a possible PC release.

Update: Capcom passed along dates for the European release. The PAL DLC release dates are the same as those reported above. However, the Gold Edition retail release will be Friday, March 12.

Gallery: Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition

JoystiqResident Evil 5: Gold Edition hits retail in March, DLC in February [update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The upcoming Alternative Edition DLC for Resident Evil 5 is going to include much more than motion controller support for PS3 and the "Lost in Nightmares" flashback episode. The latest issue of Japanese mag Famitsu (via Andriasang) notes that Capcom has two additional surprises for players: new costumes and new characters for a revamped "Mercenaries Reunion" (seen above), as well as an extra, yet-to-be-revealed chapter.

All this content will be released as four separate DLC packs:
  • "Lost in Nightmares" Episode - 400 ($5)
  • Costume Pack 1 - 160 ($2)
  • Costume Pack 2 - 160 ($2)
  • Additional TBA Episode - 400 ($5)
These prices are only confirmed for Japan, but it's unlikely the US release will be too different. Will two new campaign episodes lure you back into Resident Evil 5's monster safari?

JoystiqResident Evil 5: Alternative Edition has an alternate episode originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomdlcMicrosoftresident-evilresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-alternative-editionXbox-360Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil 5: Alternative Edition content coming as DLC]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/resident-evil-5-alternative-edition-content-coming-as-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/resident-evil-5-alternative-edition-content-coming-as-dlc/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/09/resident-evil-5-alternative-edition-content-coming-as-dlc/#comments Remember when Capcom conducted a poll asking how we wanted to receive the additional content being offered in Resident Evil 5: Alternative Edition -- in a boxed version of the game or as a DLC expansion to the original? Turns out the questionnaire wasn't a pointless exercise. A majority of the participants answered that they'd rather receive the new features (including motion-control functionality) as a downloadable pack. After deliberating with the RE5 team in Osaka, Capcom has announced that the new content will come to the U.S., Europe and Australia as DLC for the core game.

Considering Alternative Edition is going to Japan in a retail box, this move is fairly surprising. Perhaps even a little upsetting, if you've gone ahead and traded your copy of the game in towards the cost of Horse Life Adventures. Even more upsetting if you did that today. Like, right before writing this post. Gah!

JoystiqResident Evil 5: Alternative Edition content coming as DLC originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomdlcMicrosoftre5resident-evilresident-evil-5resident-evil-5-alternative-editionXbox-360Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:20:00 EST<![CDATA[Reuters: RE5 sold 1.94M in US; Dead Space 2 in development for 2010]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/30/reuters-re5-sold-1-94m-in-us-dead-space-2-in-development-for-2/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/30/reuters-re5-sold-1-94m-in-us-dead-space-2-in-development-for-2/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/30/reuters-re5-sold-1-94m-in-us-dead-space-2-in-development-for-2/#comments In a story about the scarier games (it's almost Halloween, don'tchaknow?), Reuters mentioned two things we thought would be good for this website we got going here. First, there's Capcom's Resident Evil 5, which Reuters reports has managed to sell 1.94 million copies in the US, according to NPD Group figures.

The second part of the Reuters story talks about EA and its spookier titles for 2009: Left 4 Dead 2 and Dead Space: Extraction. While there isn't anything new on the former, in a discussion of the latter, Reuters revealed that Dead Space 2 is apparently planned for a 2010 release, which would seem to confirm what we've heard about the game so far.

JoystiqReuters: RE5 sold 1.94M in US; Dead Space 2 in development for 2010 originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomdead-spacedead-space-2eaElectronic-ArtsMicrosoftnpdre5resident-evilresident-evil-5reuterssequelvisceral-gamesXbox-360Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Reminder: XBL Deal of the Week is RE5 Versus Mode]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/reminder-xbl-deal-of-the-week-is-re5-versus-mode/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/reminder-xbl-deal-of-the-week-is-re5-versus-mode/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/20/reminder-xbl-deal-of-the-week-is-re5-versus-mode/#comments As promised, this week's Xbox Live Deal of the Week is the Versus Mode DLC for Resident Evil 5. The content has been discounted by forty percent, dropping from 400 ($5) to 240 ($3). We can't imagine there being too many fence-sitters out there waiting to buy this initially controversial DLC (which we liked).

Over in Japan, they're getting a different deal: Golf: Tee It Up for 400 ($5), fifty percent off the normal price. Remember when you could just call a game "Golf" and be done with it?

[Via Major Nelson]

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Over at Capcom Unity, they're polling individuals on what they would like to see in a localized version of the recently revealed Resident Evil 5: Alternative Edition. In Japan, the title is coming on a new disc to the retail space, but Capcom is still entertaining different delivery solutions for North America and Europe, namely digital distribution as DLC for the original game. Since Capcom's had success with the Versus add-on and recent digital wares such as SSF2THD and Marvel vs Capcom 2, it's willing to go that route if the demand is high enough. So Capcom put up a poll and, if you want your voice heard, we suggest you make with the clickings.

As for tangible, things-you-can-see-in-front-of-you-right-now news, we'd like to direct your attention to GAME Watch. The site's put up some screens from the new "Lost in Nightmares" mission that takes us back in time to the classic team's jaunt through the Spencer Mansion and, as you can see above, Jill's defense of her status as the Master of Unlocking.

Source - Capcom asks: What do you want in RE5: Alternative Edition?
Source - New screens from GAME Watch

JoystiqCapcom asks how you want RE5: Alternative Edition's extra content originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Last week, the Tokyo Game Show brought in over 100 posts worth of news, previews, interviews, galleries, and videos. Clearly, a lot happened. If you're looking for a comprehensive list of all the goings-on during TGS 2009, Joystiq has you covered -- and organized!

Click on a platform below to scan the highlights:

(On the far right: that's "News" and "Culture" on the top and bottom, respectively)

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JoystiqTGS 2009: The Recap Post originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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According to an IGN translation of a Dengeki Online article, the new scene (and whatever else Alternative Edition includes) may not be constrained to Sony's platform. Dengeki says that the new content may come to 360, but in a "different format," possibly implying a DLC release on Xbox Live Marketplace.

It's great news, but keep in mind: there will only be motion control-support on one platform.

JoystiqNew Resident Evil 5 content may also come to Xbox 360 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 Sep 2009 11:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, maybe featuring Jill is not quite accurate -- "it's gonna be, uh, at least, somewhat involving Jill Valentine," confirms voice of Jill, Patricia Ja Lee, fresh from recording new voice and perhaps mocap work for Resident Evil 5: Director's Cut. That's right: Resident Evil 5: Director's Cut. It seems that P.J. Lee has also inadvertently announced a new, more twisting, more turning version of RE5 in the works.

What else do we know? "It's some good scenes." Catch the full blab after the break.

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Joystiq'RE5: Director's Cut' to feature Jill, voice of Jill spills originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Now, before you go all click crazy, you should know that you'll find no nudity in this post, so you can just bury those dirty, filthy impulses back under your Judeo-Christian upbringing where they belong. However, a calendar made for fans by Karen Dyer (the voice and body of Resident Evil 5's Sheva) may be a touch more risque than your place of business is comfortable with. Don't say we didn't warn you.

The calendar is free, comprised of PDFs and available right here ... or you can just wait to see it hanging from the wall of your local zombie mechanic.

[Via The Escapist]

JoystiqResident Evil's Sheva goes a bit NSFW in new calendar originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 04 Aug 2009 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's going to be difficult to be completely spoiler-free for this one, so fair warning. During a panel at Comic-Con, Resident Evil 5 producer Masachika Kawata was asked if Albert Wesker would return in a future Resident Evil title, considering Resident Evil 5 leaves you believing he's gone. According to SIliconera, Kawata says Wesker's days in Resident Evil are over.

"Even if you want Albert Wesker to come back there is no chance of that happening," Kawata told the audience. Of course, Kawata forgets that Wesker will be seen in the upcoming Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, which takes place in Raccoon City during Resident Evil 2's storyline. As for Wesker going the way of the Dodo, we'll believe that when we see it. Or don't see him, we should say.

JoystiqProducer: Wesker not returning to Resident Evil (yeah, right) originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 25 Jul 2009 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>albert-weskerMasachika-KawataMicrosoftresident-evil-5resident-evil-6sdcc-2009siliconeraweskerXbox-360Sat, 25 Jul 2009 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Top five best sellers for 2009 tracked for each console ]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/20/top-five-best-sellers-for-2009-tracked-for-each-console/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/20/top-five-best-sellers-for-2009-tracked-for-each-console/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/20/top-five-best-sellers-for-2009-tracked-for-each-console/#comments
Finding it hard to get interested in the June NPDs? Perhaps a visual aide from the folks at Gamasutra will help boost your enthusiasm. They've compiled the sales figures from all of 2009's NPD charts to find the top five best-selling games of the year thus far on each of the three home consoles.

The big winner so far on the PS3 is Killzone 2, trailed closely by Resident Evil 5. On the 360, Resident Evil 5 is currently in the lead, followed by a surprising contender -- UFC 2009: Undisputed. The Wii's current leader is -- who'd have thunk it? -- Wii Fit, followed by Wii Play. For the full five for each platform, check out Gamasutra's writeup.

JoystiqTop five best sellers for 2009 tracked for each console originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 20 Jul 2009 23:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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