The complete antidote
Resident Evil 5 – The Complete Official Guide is one of the most ambitious Piggyback projects to date. Featuring an unprecedented level of insider knowledge from the Capcom development staff, and over 1,200 hours of research from our elite editorial team, it is an indispensable companion for any fan seeking to enjoy every last moment of this huge horror adventure. No matter the level of assistance you require, our guide has all the answers you need – and many more that you might not have thought to ask.
Features
An extensive Behind the Scenes section features stunning concept art and exclusive insights from the Capcom development team.
Our “super-visual” Walkthrough chapter is designed for the highest difficulty level, but is applicable to all settings.
The comprehensive Extras chapter reveals additional costumes, bonus weapons, hidden treasure, Emblems, Achievements and Trophies – it’s all in here!
The exhaustive Bestiary and Inventory chapters offer everything you need to prepare yourself for each fight. Use our expert advice to transform even the toughest foe into a fleeting inconvenience.

Editions
Choose your Guide Edition
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Edition | Standard Edition | Collector’s Edition |
Release date | 3/13/2009 | 3/13/2009 |
Pages | 212 | 228 |
Binding | Softcover | Hardcover |
Bonus | Extra Content: extended 16-page Art Gallery section. 12-month Resident Evil 5 2009/2010 wall calendar. High quality hardcover with deboss and spot UV logo effect. | |
ISBN | 978-0-7615-6161-3 | 978-0-7615-6162-0 |
EAN | 9780761561613 | 9780761561620 |
UPC | 050694306377 | 050694306384 |
Price | US $19.99 / CAN $22.95 | US $29.99 / CAN $33.95 |
Availability | Sold out | Sold out |
Preview

The entire sample page pack
All the sample pages from the Resident Evil 5 Complete Official Guide available in one easy download.
Reviews
“Essential for fans of the game”
“Beautifully presented, very well written, expertly laid out, it completes the RE5 experience perfectly. Masses of detail, artwork, stats, as well as the hints and tips needed to find all the games numerous treasures, secrets and unlockables. Just a pleasure to leaf through, never mind actually use. On a par with Piggybacks amazing MGS4 guide, which also augments the game experience in a deep way.”
Amazon Customer Review, 07/03/2009
“Superb!”
“This Collectors Edition guide for Resident Evil 5 is superb. But anyone familiar with Piggyback strategy guides will not be surprised. Piggyback is the go-to publisher for high end game strategy guides and this one continues that fine tradition. I worked in games and worked directly with Piggyback before and they always do a stellar job. Hardback cover, very readable, very thorough, well organized, excellent CG character art throughout and some additional concept art and interviews with the game creators. It has exhaustive charts, walkthroughs and general strategies for absolutely everything in the game, including the online modes and the Versus downloadable mode. You will have no problem getting 100% of all achievements/trophies with this beautifully presented guide. Very highly recommended!”
Amazon Customer Review, 04/29/2009
“Amazing book, quality is superb”
“If you are a Resident Evil fan you should definitely pick up this guide. It is absolutely stunning, the quality is top notch. The game doesn’t really need a strategy guide, but if you need it then it’s extremely helpful. If you want to make multiple runs at the game it’s almost a necessity if you want to find all the goodies.”
Amazon Customer Review, 03/30/2009