Resident Evil 4 Remake Passes Major Franchise Sales Milestone

Resident Evil 4 Remake Shatters Sales Records, Exceeding 9 Million Copies Sold

Capcom's recent remake of Resident Evil 4 has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its release. This remarkable achievement follows the game's earlier milestone of 8 million sales, further solidifying its position as a major success. The surge in sales is likely attributed to the February 2023 launch of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS release.

The remake, launched in March 2023, faithfully recreates the 2005 classic, placing players once again in the role of Leon S. Kennedy as he battles a sinister cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham. This iteration marks a significant shift in gameplay, emphasizing action over the survival horror elements of its predecessor.

CapcomDev1's 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 game's performance for PS5 Pro users.

Resident Evil 4's Unstoppable Momentum

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 a remarkable feat, especially when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 copies sold in its eighth quarter.

Anticipation Builds for Future Capcom Releases

The overwhelming success of Resident Evil 4, and the series as a whole, has fueled fan speculation about Capcom's next projects. Many eagerly anticipate a remake of Resident Evil 5, a possibility that seems plausible given the less than one-year gap between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other entries in the series, such as Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica—both significant to the overall storyline—are also prime candidates for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense excitement.