Resident Evil 4 Remake Sales Surpass 9 Million
Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved phenomenal success, recently surpassing 9 million copies sold. This milestone builds on the game's already impressive sales trajectory, having reached 8 million just a short time ago. The boost likely stems from the February 2023 release of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS launch.
The remake, released in March 2023, follows Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter from a dangerous cult. A significant departure from the series' survival horror origins, this iteration emphasizes action-oriented gameplay.
Capcom's official Twitter account, CapcomDev1, celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork depicting beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further enhanced the experience for PS5 Pro players.
Record-Breaking Success
According to Resident Evil expert Alex Aniel (author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil), Resident Evil 4 holds the title of fastest-selling entry in the franchise. This success dwarfs previous titles; for example, Resident Evil Village reached only 500,000 sales in its eighth quarter.
Anticipation for Future Remakes
The remarkable success of Resident Evil 4 has fueled fan speculation about Capcom's next move. A Resident Evil 5 remake is highly anticipated, especially given the relatively short timeframe (just over a year) between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both crucial to the series' overall narrative, are also strong contenders for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense enthusiasm.
