Solid game, a worthy addition to the Resident Evil series.
Resident Evil 5 picks up the storyline where 4 ended, and you once again take control of Chris Redfield, the original protagonist from Resident Evil. This time you're accompanied by Sheva Alomar, a newcomer to the series and a very helpful partner indeed. Africa is the new setting of the series and it's up to Chris and Sheva to stop Wesker at all costs.
The controls have been getting mixed reviews, and I have to admit it takes some time to get used to if you've been playing other current-gen Modern Action Adventure games recently. It might be hard at first, not being able to run-and-gun your way through the game, but that's just not Resident Evil. You'll get the hang of it soon enough though and I've found them to work, plain and simple.
In my opinion, the best asset to the game is the possibility to co-op with a friend, both online or offline. I've been playing the game with others so much it's gotten boring just playing it by yourself, and having a actual friend at your side, in the middle of the action, is addictive to say the least.
In short, Resident Evil 5 is solid fun and if you're looking to kick some ass with a co-op player, be sure to get this game, you won't regret it.