Resident Evil 4 Remake Surpasses Series Record

Resident Evil 4 Remake Surpasses 9 Million Copies Sold: A Capcom Triumph

Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved phenomenal success, recently surpassing 9 million copies sold since its March 2023 launch. This milestone follows the game's earlier achievement of 8 million sales, highlighting its enduring popularity. The surge in sales is likely attributed to the February 2023 release of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS port.

The remake, a significant departure from the original's survival horror roots, shifted the gameplay towards action, following Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter from a sinister cult. The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada Wong, Krauser, and Saddler. A recent update further boosted performance for PS5 Pro users.

A Record-Breaking Success

Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is unprecedented within the franchise. According to Alex Aniel, author of "Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil," it's the fastest-selling Resident Evil game to date. This is particularly impressive when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 copies sold after its eighth quarter.

Anticipation for Future Remakes

Given the overwhelming success of the Resident Evil 4 remake, fans eagerly anticipate Capcom's next move. A remake of Resident Evil 5 is a highly sought-after prospect, especially considering the relatively short timeframe between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica also hold significant potential for modernization, offering rich narrative contributions to the overall storyline. Naturally, a Resident Evil 9 announcement would also be met with enthusiastic reception.