I haven’t seen this much of a stink kicked up about having to pay money for a game feature since the horse armor DLC in Oblivion.

Either way, it sounds like it is going to add a new element to the game. We will post impressions soon. …read more

In 1996, Capcom released Resident Evil (Biohazard in Japan) on the original Playstation console. Although Resident Evil wasn’t the first game to carry the “Survival Horror” label, it was the game that launched it into the mainstream.

Since the original Resident Evil, the series has spawned sequels, remakes and some rather ill-fated movies. …read more

It was bound to happen, wasn’t it? At least it looks like people will have the chance to win add on’s for their home avatar.

“Inside the Studio you will find a new shop, called the Adam shop, where you’ll be able to buy costumes themed on the game’s main characters Chris and Sheva. Sounds cool”

Is it just me or is Home not really going anywhere? I understand that it is still in Beta, but I just don’t see the point in it? Perhaps it’s because a lot of my friends don’t own PS3’s? …read more

Microsoft and EB Games have announced that the Resident Evil 5 & Red Xbox 360 bundle, is available in Australia.

“Xbox paints the console red for the launch of Resident Evil 5

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — February 25, 2009 – Microsoft today unveiled an Xbox 360® Resident Evil Limited Edition console bundle* to celebrate the landmark “Resident Evil” franchise coming to Xbox 360. Xbox 360 fans will be able to pick up the bundle, which features an exclusive red Xbox 360 on March 13.

For the recommended retail price of $569**, fans can enjoy the same premium Xbox 360 Elite experience for an even greater value with a copy of “Resident Evil 5,” matching Limited Edition red Wireless Controller, Xbox 360 Headset, a 120 GB Hard Drive, exclusive premium “Resident Evil 5” …read more

We’ve just recieved confirmation from THQ that Australia & NZ will be getting the much sought after Resident Evil 5: Collectors Pack.

The contents of the pack include:

·         Resident Evil 5 Game
·         Chris Redfield 3 inch Figurine
·         BSAA Patch
·         Kijuju Necklace
·         Tricell Messenger Bag
·         Steel Book tin, including a Bonus Disk – with a 60 …read more

The demo for Capcoms eagerly awaited Resident Evil 5 is now available on Xbox LIVE!. It comes in at just under 500 MB. Though, it might be one to leave downloading overnight, as I’m guessing it’s servers are going to cop a beating.

I’ll put up some impressions once I’ve given it a go.

Red Ant Enterprises, the Australian distributer of Capcom, Konami, Bethesda and Midway has officially gone into receivership.

The major concern being, any delays to the release of Capcom’s Street Fighter IV and Resident Evil 5. Both due for release in the next few months.

“According to a listing on the Australian Securities and Investments Commission website, Australian videogame distributor Red Ant Enterprises is now in the hands of receivers.

Aside from distributing Capcom and Konami down under, Red Ant also handles Bethesda and Midway. Whether or not any future releases dates from those companies will be affected remains to be seen.

Update: Aussie site Gameplayer is now reporting that Capcom has ditched the distributor, leaving release dates for titles such as Street Fighter IV and Resident Evil 5 TBC.”

Full story at Videogaming 247 and Kotaku AU.

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