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Free non-playable demo that tests PC compatibility using real game visuals and detailed performance reports

Free non-playable demo that tests PC compatibility using real game visuals and detailed performance reports

Vote (434 votes)

Program license Free

Developer Capcom

Works under Windows

Vote

(434 votes)

Developer

Capcom

Works under

Windows

Program license

Free

Pros

  • Looks fantastic
  • Serves as a comprehensive report
  • Uses the actual game graphics

Cons

  • Not actually a game that you can play

Test Your Compatibility for Free

Resident Evil 5 Benchmark is a preview of the long awaited game that provides gamers with a trial run. The Benchmark version is free to download and is a way to test out if your machine is compatible with the actual game. Read on to discover if it is worth downloading Resident Evil 5 Benchmark.

As the name suggests, the full game will be the fifth instalment in the hugely popular Resident Evil series of games. Resident Evil 4 was said by many gamers to be the best yet, which means that the new game will really have its work cut out for it if it wants to impress.

This non-playable demo allows gamers to find out if their system will be capable of running the full game. this is a real bonus, as it will save people the disappointment of paying out for the game only to find that their system if not up to the task. Of course, the demo also helps to add to the anticipation of the game and lets gamers get an insight into some of the things that they can expect from it.

The Benchmark version explodes onto the screen with vibrant and very detailed graphics that automatically draw gamers in and are sure to whet their appetites. Gamers will be pleased to discover that these graphics will actually be used in the game and are a good representation of what can be expected from the real thing.

One of the most useful features of the Benchmark is that after it has finished running, gamers will be given a full verdict. They will then be able to alter certain parameters on their system if necessary such as the graphics levels, resolution and motion blur if their system has failed the test. This should help to ensure that their system is correctly setup for the actual game when they choose to run it and will save a lot of time and trouble in the long run.

Gamers should not that this is not actually a game and cannot be played. In addition, the level of violence makes it unsuitable for younger players. Having said that, Resident Evil 5 Benchmark is a good introduction to the game and the perfect way to test it out before spending money on it.

Pros

  • Looks fantastic
  • Serves as a comprehensive report
  • Uses the actual game graphics

Cons

  • Not actually a game that you can play