Resident Evil 4 Remake Surpasses 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 follows closely on the heels of the 8 million sales mark, showcasing the enduring popularity of the title. The game's strong performance is likely boosted by the February 2023 release of the Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS launch.

The remake, a significant departure from the original 2005 game's survival horror roots, features a more action-oriented gameplay style. Players follow Leon S. Kennedy as he confronts a clandestine cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham.

The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork depicting various characters from the game – Ada, Krauser, Saddler, Salazar, and Bitores Mendez – enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further enhanced the game's performance on PS5 Pro consoles.

Record-Breaking Success

According to Alex Aniel, author of the Resident Evil fan book Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 4 has become the fastest-selling title in the franchise. This is particularly impressive when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 sales after its eighth quarter.

Anticipation for Future Remakes

Given the remarkable success of the Resident Evil 4 remake, fans eagerly anticipate Capcom's next move. Many speculate that a Resident Evil 5 remake is highly probable, especially considering 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 overarching narrative, are also strong contenders for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense enthusiasm.