Resident Evil 4 Remake Passes Major Franchise Sales Milestone

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

Capcom's recent remake of Resident Evil 4 has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its March 2023 release. This milestone builds on the game's already impressive sales trajectory, having recently cleared the 8 million mark. The surge in sales is likely attributed to the February 2023 launch of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS release.

The remake, a significant departure from the original's survival horror focus, shifted the gameplay towards action, following Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter from a dangerous cult. This change, however, hasn't deterred fans, as evidenced by the impressive sales figures.

The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork depicting various iconic characters from the game—Ada, Krauser, Saddler, Salazar, and Bitores Mendez—enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further enhanced the experience for PS5 Pro players.

Record-Breaking Success:

The game's rapid sales have made it the fastest-selling title in the Resident Evil franchise, according to Alex Aniel, author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil. This surpasses even Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 sales in its eighth quarter.

Anticipation for Future Remakes:

Given the overwhelming success of the Resident Evil 4 remake, fans are eagerly anticipating Capcom's next moves. A remake of Resident Evil 5 is highly speculated, particularly given the relatively short timeframe between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other entries in the series, such as Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, also hold significant potential for a modern reimagining, offering compelling narrative additions to the overarching storyline. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense enthusiasm.