Review: Resident Evil 5 Lost in Nightmares DLC
I’m not going to lie – in my opinion Resident Evil 5, although a fun game in its own right, is probably the worst in the Resident Evil franchise. I prefer the feel of the older games in the series, and the first Resident Evil is one of my favorite games of all time. That being said, the new Resident Evil 5: Lost in Nightmares DLC is brimming with fan service and feelings of nostalgia, but that doesn’t mean it’s perfect.
Those of you who have played through the single player campaign already will remember the flashback Chris has of Jill and himself tracking down Wesker in an old mansion. The Lost in Nightmares DLC chronicles just that, and gives a little bit more background into what happened. Don’t expect an engrossing story however, as there isn’t much to tell. You do pick up files that add a little bit to the overall Resident Evil mythos, but nothing that directly impacts the game that you’re playing.
There’s lots of co-op puzzle solving to be had, and in fact the game can be broken up into two distinct pieces: puzzle solving and combat. The latter half has the emphasis on combat, while the earlier stresses the use of Resident Evil’s tried and true find the key/emblem/seal to unlock the door mechanics. I don’t want to ruin too much, since knowing would probably ruin most of the fun, but for the full effect, play the DLC co-op with a friend on veteran. Be careful however, there are no check points – so if you die, you have to start from the beginning of the chapter.
Overall Impressions:
Resident Evil 5′s Lost in Nightmares DLC is obviously trying, albeit a little too hard perhaps, to cater to long time fans of the series. I personally enjoyed the throw back, but it may be lost on those new to the series. There isn’t anything new story-wise and just barely scrapes the hour mark as far as play time is concerned. It does however, do what Resident Evil 5 does best, and that is offer a solid co-op experience with an emphasis on teamwork and puzzle solving. For the price, if you are a fan of Resident Evil 5 I would say it’s worth the purchase.
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