Wall Street Journal tackles racism in Resident Evil 5

12.03.2009
A subject that's raised controversy since the game's debut trailer, has constantly been forced to deal with rumors regarding the game's African setting, and seemingly racist connotations. Earlier Wednesday, 's Jamin Brophy-Warren rekindled this issue with an editorial on the ongoing debate.

But discussions about colonialism are only dealt with obliquely in the game -- Chris never reflects on his position as a white male in Africa nor does he discuss race with his African partner, Sheva. The game presents only one option to survive against African zombies: kill every single one.

While 's Jun Takeuchi has repeatedly reported his stance on this issue, stating that:

There is no racial element to it at all.

Still, infected or not, I have a feeling that this subject won't be put to rest until the game's Friday release, where gamers can decide for themselves.