Two Resident Evil Classics to Receive Native PS5 Ports

Resident Evil stands as one of the most cherished franchises on PlayStation, intricately linked with Sony’s gaming legacy. So, when fresh ports land on modern consoles, it never fails to stir excitement among fans, even for those titles that might not shine as brightly as the usual favorites.

### Resident Evil 5 and 6 Making Their Way to PS5

It seems we’re set to see Resident Evil 5 and 6 on new platforms soon. The latest wave of excitement comes from some ESRB ratings recently spotted by Wario64, suggesting upcoming ports. Although these ratings list only the Xbox Series consoles, it wouldn’t be surprising if PS5 versions were also in the pipeline.

Many fans might be crossing their fingers for a remake of the fifth installment; however, given the timing between these rating announcements, a port is the more likely scenario. Typically, ports don’t boast a wealth of new features compared to their last-gen counterparts, so don’t hold out hope for a full-blown remaster. At best, these titles might benefit from a resolution upgrade, courtesy of the PS5’s powerful hardware.

Though Resident Evil 5 and 6 can be found on the PlayStation Store, they’re currently available as PS4 versions. However, they come with a tempting price tag of just $4.99 each and are playable on PS5 consoles.

Reflecting on Resident Evil 5, it hit the gaming scene in 2009 to solid acclaim, securing an average score of 83 from 91 critic reviews on Metacritic. Its successor, Resident Evil 6, released in 2012, is often labeled the series’ most divisive installment. On Metacritic, it garners a score of 67 based on 71 critic reviews, making it the least favored mainline entry in this otherwise well-loved survival horror saga.