Capcom has confirmed that its forthcoming Resident Evil 5 downloadable content will be receiving a physical release after all, under the moniker of RE5: Gold Edition.
Due out in North America and Europe in March 2010, Gold Edition throws in the original game, all existing downloadable content, fresh costumes, plus two new playable episodes and the Mercenaries Reunion mode, which features eight additional playable characters. Gold Edition will set you back USD $49.99.
Alternatively, Capcom will be unleashing the new content in downloadable form as previously announced, with the first, Lost in Nightmares & Costume Pack 1, arriving on February 17th for Xbox 360, with PS3 owners getting it a day later.
The next batch, which features an as-of-yet-untitled playable episode and Costume Pack 2, will arrive on March 3 and March 4 for 360 and PS3, respectively. No word yet as to whether or not the content will support the PS3’s wand as showcased at TGS (known in Japan as RE5: Alternative Edition), though we’ll be sure to keep you updated on any developments.