The Resident Evil 5 figure series brings the return of Chris Redfield, his new partner Sheva, and the villain Executioner. Each figure stands 7" tall and comes with game accurate weapons and accessories.
The first line of RE5 figs included Chris, Sheva, and the Executioner majini. As you may know, NECA holds the majority of the videogame licenses and is one of the best in the industry in creating highly accurate, detailed figures for a mass production company. Their figures have gotten better by the year, and now they have released their most articualted figure yet.
If you bought the RE4 figs, you knew they were pretty static and while they looked good and were solid, they didn't do much outside of their sculpt. Now Chris here can do all sorts of poses, and looks good doing all of them. The paint application is solid overall, although there is some spotty work, but noticed only up close. Unlike NECA's 12" figures, these won't break when you move them. They are a bit stiff out out of the box, but they loosen up in a few minutes.
The scuplts do a good job with the likenss. My favorite feature: His machete is removable. They both come with two weapons. Chris' uniform is nicely detailed, and the BSAA logo is awesome. The earpiece is also painted, and a nice touch, as is his stubble.
Basically every fan of the series, make sure to pick this one up. After a few months, NECA ceases production and the prices skyrocket, like in the case of the RE4 figs.
Oh did I mention I found the licker and the Tyrant??? Great stuff.
Did I need these???
For long time I've been a fan of the series, and these are my first human RE figures. I think I did need some decent RE figures.
