(360, PS3)

Rating: Dig It

Zombies. There’s something about shooting them in the head that never gets old. I guess that’s why the Resident Evil franchise — the most recognizable name in the survival-horror genre — has been so popular over the last two decades. Resident Evil 5 marks the series’ introduction to hi-definition gaming, and it proves to be a top-notch debut.

Loved: The co-op.
RE5 is designed to be played with two people and that’s how it should be played. I wouldn’t suggest splashing cash on the game unless you have a friend to play with online or on split screen.

Hated: The outdated controls.
They’ll either make or break the game for you, simply because you can’t run (or walk) and shoot your gun at the same time. You’re telling me a special ops soldier with airplane-sized arms can’t run and shoot? I bet a Jonas Brother could even manage that.

Cool: It has zombies. On dirt bikes...
And you thought you were safe.