RE4 Remake Surges Beyond Capcom Expectations

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 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. This bold change clearly resonated with fans.

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, particularly for PS5 Pro users.

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. 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 overwhelming success of the Resident Evil 4 remake, fans eagerly anticipate Capcom's next move. A remake of Resident Evil 5 is highly speculated, especially considering the relatively short time 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 Resident Evil 9 would also be met with considerable excitement.