Add a Second Player in Resident Evil 5: A Guide for Co-op Gameplay Options

Resident Evil 5: Double the Zombies, Double the Fun – A Deep Dive into Co-op Mayhem

Thinking about joining the undead in Resident Evil 5? Good choice. Can you bring a friend? Yes, Resident Evil 5 is fully co-op. Don’t face hordes of infected Majini alone. Grab a friend and share the horror. You’ll definitely need backup.

Fans praise Resident Evil 5 as the co-op debut for the series. They are right. Previous titles toyed with teamwork. RE5 embraces it, offering a richer experience with a partner. Solo play works but misses half the fun and intended gameplay.

Teaming Up: Online and Offline Co-op in Resident Evil 5

Your co-op partner could be right next to you or far away. Resident Evil 5 supports both online and offline co-op gameplay. Couch co-op is easy. Player one launches the game and gets through inventory setups. Once ready, player two presses start to join in. Ready to slay zombies together!

If your partner is distant, online co-op is simple. One player creates a lobby, invite-only or open to all. Inviting friends is easy on PlayStation. Hit the PS button, choose your friend, send an invite, and wait. In moments, you will coordinate plans to defeat bioterrorism.

Why Resident Evil 5 Co-op is a Must-Play Experience

Let’s be honest; Resident Evil 5’s single-player mode feels lonely. It’s okay but lacks excitement. In co-op, everything changes. It’s not just an extra gun; it’s shared scares and strategies. Gamers argue that Resident Evil 5 is not just a co-op game; it’s genre-defining.

Some say it’s the best couch co-op ever. Strong claims but valid. The design favors cooperative play. Sharing resources is essential. Tactical positioning saves lives. Those jump scares? They become more fun with shared screams or laughter. Many call for remakes to keep and enhance this mode.

Getting Started: Adding Player Two in Resident Evil 5 – A Platform-by-Platform Guide

Ready to add a second player? Here’s how to get co-op going for different platforms:

General Steps for Co-op Initiation

The core process for adding a player remains mostly the same:

1. Launch the game: Start Resident Evil 5 as usual.
2. Begin a chapter: Move past main menus to load any chapter.
3. Gain Control: Wait to control your character.
4. Player Two, Engage! Player two presses “Start” on their controller.
5. Inventory Screen Reloaded: The game reloads the inventory briefly.
6. Co-op Activated: Congrats! You are now in co-op mode.

It’s that simple. No long menus or complex setups.

PlayStation 3 (PS3) Specific Instructions

For PlayStation 3 users, the process is similar, but with one note:

• Timing is Key: Be sure to be past any loading screens.
• Player Two Press Start: Wait until the game is ready, then have player two press “Start.”
• Weapon Upgrade Caveat for Player 2: Player 2 can’t buy or upgrade weapons directly. Player one must remove desired weapons for player two.

PC Specific Instructions

PC players have flexible options for co-op:

• Option 1: Controller and Mouse/Keyboard Combo:
  1. Player one uses a controller to start.
  2. Press “ESC” or “Start” to access the menu.
  3. Player two can join using mouse/keyboard.
• Option 2: Dual Controller Domination:
  1. Connect two controllers to your PC.
  2. Player one starts the game with one controller.
  3. Follow earlier steps for player two to join.

The PC version is adaptable; you can use a classic controller or mix with mouse and keyboard.

Split-Screen Co-op on Steam (PC): A Welcome Addition

PC gamers, rejoice! Split-screen was often missing on the PC version of Resident Evil 5. Capcom listened and fixed this. A patch added official split-screen co-op. This change made local co-op simple on Steam. Now you can enjoy couch co-op with friends and family easily.

Player 2 Limitations: A PS3-Specific Quirk

For PS3 players, there’s a limitation for player two. In the PS3 version, player two can’t buy or upgrade weapons directly. Player one needs to manage weapon upgrades and share them by removing from their inventory. It’s a minor hassle but something to remember.

Cross-Platform Play: Bridging the Gaps?

Resident Evil 5 does have online co-op but does not support cross-platform multiplayer. Players on different platforms (like PC and PlayStation) cannot play together. Co-op stays within each platform’s ecosystem. The “Cross-platform Play” setting in options might confuse players. It doesn’t enable cross-platform play for Resident Evil 5.

Co-op in the Broader Resident Evil Universe: A Quick Glance

Curious about co-op in other Resident Evil titles? Here’s a quick rundown:

• Resident Evil 2 Remake & Resident Evil 3 Remake: These remakes are strictly single-player experiences.
• Resident Evil 0: Officially single-player but designed for two characters. Players find ways to play in a makeshift co-op mode with two controllers.
• Resident Evil 3
• (2020 Remake) & Resident Evil Resistance:No co-op in RE3 Remake, but it includes Resident Evil Resistance, an asymmetrical game with survivors facing a mastermind.
• Resident Evil Revelations 2: This title featuressplit-screen co-op and a dedicated “Split-Screen Play” file.

If co-op zombie slaying is your goal, Resident Evil 5 stands out. It offers a dedicated co-op design and easy setup with flexibility, especially after the Steam split-screen update. Grab a friend, dive in, and face the infected hordes together. Just remember, PS3 player two might need to borrow player one’s weapons!