Resident Evil 4 Remake Passes Major Franchise Sales Milestone

Resident Evil 4's Stunning Sales Success: Over 9 Million Copies Sold!

Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake continues its triumphant run, recently surpassing 9 million copies sold since its launch. This remarkable achievement follows the release of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition in February 2023 and a subsequent iOS port late last year, significantly boosting sales. The game's rapid ascent to this milestone, having reached 8 million sales just recently, is a testament to its enduring appeal.

The March 2023 remake, faithfully reimagining the 2005 classic, follows Leon S. Kennedy's thrilling mission to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham, from a sinister cult. A notable departure from its survival horror predecessors, the remake leans more heavily into action-oriented gameplay.

The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated this milestone with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, Saddler, Salazar, and Bitores Mendez enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further enhanced the PS5 Pro experience, providing another boost to the game's popularity.

Record-Breaking Success:

Resident Evil 4's phenomenal sales figures make it the fastest-selling title in the Resident Evil franchise, according to Alex Aniel, author of the fan book "Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil." This is particularly impressive when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 copies sold by its eighth quarter.

Anticipation for Future Remakes:

Given the overwhelming success of the Resident Evil 4 remake, fans eagerly await Capcom's next move. A remake of Resident Evil 5 is high on many wish lists, and the precedent set by the relatively short timeframe between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes (just over a year apart) fuels this anticipation. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both crucial to the overall narrative, are also strong contenders for a modern update. And of course, the prospect of a Resident Evil 9 announcement would undoubtedly thrill fans worldwide.