Capcom Celebrates 'Resident Evil 4 Remake' Sales Success

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 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS launch.

The remake, a reimagining of the 2005 classic, follows Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter from a sinister cult. Significantly, this iteration shifted the gameplay focus towards action, diverging from the series' survival horror origins.

The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler. A recent update further enhanced the game's performance on the PS5 Pro.

Record-Breaking Success:

Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is unprecedented within the Resident Evil franchise. According to Alex Aniel, author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil, it's the fastest-selling title in the series, outpacing even Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 copies in 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, particularly given the relatively short timeframe between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and CODE: Veronica, both crucial to the overarching narrative, are also strong contenders for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense excitement.