Resident Evil has carved a place for itself as one of the most cherished franchises on PlayStation, becoming somewhat symbolic of Sony’s gaming ecosystem. The thrill that comes with new native ports for modern consoles is undeniable, especially when it involves titles that don’t usually bask in the spotlight of fan adoration.
Exciting news for series enthusiasts: Resident Evil 5 and 6 are making their way to the PS5. Recently, eagle-eyed observers like Wario64 noticed new ESRB ratings hinting at these upcoming ports, though currently, listings highlight only the Xbox Series consoles. It’s not a leap to imagine these could soon grace the PS5, bringing these entries into the current-gen fold.
While many die-hard fans might be holding out for a full remake of Resident Evil 5, it appears what’s in the pipeline is more of a straightforward port. The dual release schedule for both titles suggests this. Typically, these re-releases don’t bring a treasure trove of new features as their previous-gen iterations did. At best, players might see enhancements like improved resolution, taking full advantage of what the PS5 has to offer.
You can still find Resident Evil 5 and 6 on the PlayStation Store, but only as PS4 versions. Currently discounted to just $4.99, they remain playable on PS5 consoles, even if they aren’t utilizing the latest tech advancements.
Resident Evil 5 debuted in 2009 and was met with a generally positive response. On Metacritic, it boasts a strong score of 83, based on 91 reviews. In contrast, Resident Evil 6, which launched in 2012, stirred up more divided opinions. With a Metacritic score of 67 from 71 critical reviews, it often carries the label of the least favored main installment of this celebrated survival horror series.
