Resident Evil 4 Remake Achieves Sales Milestone

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

Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its March 2023 release. This milestone follows the game's recent achievement of 8 million sales, highlighting its enduring popularity. The surge in sales is likely attributed to the February 2023 release of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS port.

The remake, a significant departure from the original 2005 title, shifted the gameplay towards action, moving away from its survival horror roots. Players follow Leon S. Kennedy as he confronts a dangerous cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham.

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

Unprecedented Sales Success

Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is remarkable, establishing it as the fastest-selling entry in the Resident Evil franchise, according to Resident Evil expert Alex Aniel. This contrasts sharply with Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 copies sold in its eighth quarter.

Anticipation for Future Remakes

Given the franchise's ongoing success, particularly Resident Evil 4's impressive sales figures, fans eagerly await Capcom's next moves. A Resident Evil 5 remake is highly anticipated, especially considering the relatively short timeframe 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' 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.