Resident Evil 4 Remake Explodes Past Sales Threshold

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 Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS port.

The remake, a significant departure from the original 2005 title's survival horror roots, shifted the gameplay towards a more action-oriented experience. The story follows Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham, from a dangerous cult.

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 players.

Unprecedented Success: A New Benchmark for the Franchise

Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is remarkable, making it the fastest-selling title in the Resident Evil franchise. As noted by Alex Aniel, author of "Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil," Resident Evil Village reached only 500,000 copies sold within its eighth quarter, showcasing the significant difference in sales momentum.

Anticipation Mounts for Future Capcom Releases

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 a highly sought-after prospect, 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 revamp. Naturally, the announcement of Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense excitement.