Summary[Playstation Network] This is the second installment of new content for Resident Evil 5. After Jill Valentine is rescued by Chris Redfield, he leaves her to finish his mission. Find out how she made it out on her own, and what role Josh Stone played in her escape. This package also allows you to unlock two new characters in the all-new The Merce... Read More
Rated Mfor Mature
Developer:Capcom
Resident Evil 5: Desperate Escape
Released On:
Mar 3, 2010
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Generally Favorable
76
User score
Mixed or Average
7.1
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Generally Favorable
76
73% Positive
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90
Facing non-stop attacks for virtually the entire length of the chapter, players will not be able to breathe easy until the credits roll. Providing truly intense action, Desperate Escape is absolutely worth the price of admission alone, while the additional 100 achievement points and two characters for Mercenaries Reunion are merely the icing on the cake.
81
While it lacks the unique style and feel of Lost in Nightmares, Desperate Escape is a good expansion in its own right. It's comparable in length to the last addition, clocking in at around an hour to complete on your first run through, and you'll get a few replays out of it. If you're looking for one more sample of Resident Evil 5, this is one escape you should definitely take.
80
With a short campaign and a few new characters for Mercenaries mode, there's really no reason fans of RE5 should skip this over. While it might not pack much more content than Lost in Nightmares, Resident Evil 5: Desperate Escape represents some of the best action in the series, giving a good excuse to pop the disk back in for another trip to Kijuju, even if it's only for an hour or two.
78
Desperate Escape will likely please the action-oriented fans of the series, but those that prefer the refreshing take Lost in Nightmares delivered, should probably stay away.
75
A concentrated dose of RE5's action-based gameplay, DE is quite enjoyable for the short time players will spend with it. Puzzle-seekers, walk the other way; new-era RE action gamers, you will not regret giving it a whirl.
70
Despite Desperate Escape's well-crafted action sequences, I actually found myself missing the unique vibe of Lost in Nightmares.
67
While not nearly as atmospheric as Lost in Nightmares, Desperate Escape is a very tense but short trip that's worthy of a playthrough for Resident Evil 5 veterans and those looking for an extra challenge that does not stray from the original campaign.
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7.1
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Mar 18, 2026
7
doesn't really add too much but it's some decent fun. fun playing with jill and fills in more of her untold story.
Mar 10, 2019
7
This second DLC for RE 5 features Jill Valentine and Joss Stone. It takes place after Jill is rescued from mind control by Chris Redfield. Unlike "Lost in Nightmares", this brief chapter emphasizes fast-paced action. You must get from Point A to Point Z while defending yourself from an onslaught of attackers. If you liked the shooting aspect of the base game than you'll like this. "Desperate Escape" is quite challenging since the enemies are relentless. The DLC also includes extra characters for the Mercenaries mode. Overall, I would rate this with a 7.6 out of 10.
