Resident Evil 5

Resident Evil 5 launched local split screen co-op support on February 28, 2023, enhancing the multiplayer experience for players. The update also removed Games for Windows Live support, streamlining access for users on PC.

• Local Co-op: Added local split screen co-op support, allowing players to enjoy the game together on the same screen.
• Platform Changes: Removed Games for Windows Live support, simplifying the game's online infrastructure.

Tracked sources for Resident Evil 5 were limited between 2021-09-15 and 2022-09-15, with only 1 verified change captured in this window. The recorded activity centers on End of Support for Windows 7 and sits between Workaround for Game Launch Issue on 2017-02-18 (bug_fix) and Added local split screen co-op support on 2023-02-28 (new_content), making this a light but still readable period in the game's history.

• Verified activity: 2022-01-24 - End of Support for Windows 7: Capcom will remove Windows 7 from the list of supported operating systems as of April 24, 2022..
• What stands out: The period is defined more by a small number of isolated updates than by a large roadmap beat or expansion-sized release.
• Before this window: The closest earlier tracked activity was Workaround for Game Launch Issue on 2017-02-18 (bug_fix).
• After this window: The next tracked activity was Added local split screen co-op support on 2023-02-28 (new_content).

A notable change during this period was the implementation of a GFWL client installation requirement on February 18, 2017, aimed at preventing launch failures. Alongside this, a workaround was introduced to assist players encountering GFWL key errors, allowing them to launch the game smoothly.

• GFWL Client Installation Requirement: Players must install the GFWL client during initial installation to avoid launch failures, even if they don't plan to import save data.
  • GFWL Client Installation Requirement Clarification: Players are advised to install the GFWL client during initial installation to avoid launch failures, even if they do not wish to import old save data.
• Workaround for Game Launch Issue: Valve disabled the 'missing key' system notification to allow players to launch the game despite GFWL key errors.
  • Workaround for Game Launch Issue Due to GFWL Key Error: Valve disabled the 'missing key' system notification to allow players to launch the game despite the GFWL key error.

Tracked sources for Resident Evil 5 were limited between 2015-09-15 and 2016-09-15, with only 2 verified changes captured in this window. The recorded activity centers on Introduction of Trading Cards and Introduction of Trading Cards and sits between Matchmaking Improvements for Multiplayer Games on 2015-05-12 (network) and Workaround for Game Launch Issue on 2017-02-18 (bug_fix), making this a light but still readable period in the game's history.

• Verified activity: 2015-09-26 - Introduction of Trading Cards: RE5 now has a set of Trading Cards for players to collect.; 2015-09-26 - Introduction of Trading Cards: RE5 now has a set of Trading Cards available for players to collect..
• What stands out: The period is defined more by a small number of isolated updates than by a large roadmap beat or expansion-sized release.
• Before this window: The closest earlier tracked activity was Matchmaking Improvements for Multiplayer Games on 2015-05-12 (network).
• After this window: The next tracked activity was Workaround for Game Launch Issue on 2017-02-18 (bug_fix).

The May 12, 2015 patch introduced significant updates for Resident Evil 5, enhancing overall gameplay with improved AI pathfinding and matchmaking improvements for multiplayer modes. The patch also brought quality of life enhancements, such as the ability to migrate save data and achievements from Games for Windows Live.

• AI Improvements: AI enemies now perform better in pathfinding, allowing for more challenging encounters.
• Matchmaking Enhancements: The matchmaking system for multiplayer games was refined, ensuring a more inclusive participant experience.
• Save Data Migration: Added functionality for importing existing Games for Windows Live profiles from the OPTIONS menu.
• Visual Fixes: Issues such as Jill's hair in 'Desperate Escape' and Sheva's teeth in the Fairy Tale outfit were resolved to enhance character visuals.
• Audio Corrections: Fixed various voiceover issues, including Jill's voiceover in 'Desperate Escape' and Barry's melee attack audio.