Resident Evil 5, Switch

Capcom Resident Evil 5 – Survival Horror on Nintendo Switch

Resident Evil 5 is a survival horror action game set in a fictional African village, where players must confront hordes of infected enemies and bioweapon threats. The game combines intense third-person shooting with cooperative gameplay, delivering a cinematic horror experience on the Nintendo Switch.

• Co-op local multiplayer lets two players tackle the campaign together, sharing resources and coordinating attacks against waves of enemies
• Action horror gameplay blends gunplay with melee combat and puzzle-solving in a tense, atmospheric setting
• Code in a Box delivery — a physical game code sealed in a retail box, ready to activate on the Nintendo Switch eShop
• Ages 18+ (CIAB rating) — mature content including violence and horror themes throughout the campaign

What Sets Resident Evil 5 Apart

Unlike earlier entries in the series, Resident Evil 5 shifts the setting from isolated European mansions to open African landscapes, introducing a more action-oriented combat system while retaining the tension and resource management that define the franchise. The local co-op mode transforms the single-player survival horror into a shared, high-stakes experience.

Ideal for...

Fans of survival horror and action games who enjoy cooperative play on the Nintendo Switch. The game suits players seeking a cinematic, mature-rated horror experience with substantial campaign length and replay value through its co-op mode.

How to Play Resident Evil 5

1. Purchase the Code in a Box and redeem the game code on the Nintendo Switch eShop
2. Select single-player or local co-op mode from the main menu
3. Progress through the campaign, managing ammunition and health while fighting infected enemies
4. Unlock additional difficulty modes and co-op challenges after completing the story