IGN gives out the full details of the Alternative Edition of Resident Evil 5, which will support Sony's wand, and confirms that the extra episode will indeed be the mansion shown in a few of the flashbacks in the game- where you will play as Chris and Jill, trying to find Wesker. Apparently, the mission was supposed to be a DLC pack, but was made exclusive to the alternative edition because of size constraints- though, Capcom, being Capcom, you can expect the mission to be available as DLC later down the line, overpriced and all.

RE5 Alternative Edition combines the original RE5 with motion controls and a new gameplay episode. It also includes all the download content that has been released until now.

The motion controls are handled through Sony's new motion controller, which is currently unnamed. During Sony's TGS briefing, staff members controlled movement with the Dual Shock and aiming with the motion controller. It's also possible to play just with the Dual Shock.

In addition to using the motion controller for aiming, you'll use it to swing your knife and perform other such actions. Famitsu also says to expect additional new combat elements that one might expect from a motion controller.

The new episode pairs RE5 hero Chris Redfield with classic RE series character Jill Valentine for a scenario that's set three years prior to the events of 5.

Existence via ps3.ign.com »