Resident Evil 4 Remake Sales Surpass 9 Million
Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved phenomenal success, recently surpassing 9 million copies sold. This milestone follows the game's release in March 2023 and subsequent releases including a Gold Edition and an iOS version. The impressive sales figures are a testament to the remake's popularity and build upon its earlier achievement of 8 million copies sold.
The remake, a reimagining of the 2005 classic, follows Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham, from a sinister cult. A significant departure from the series' survival horror origins, the remake incorporates a more action-oriented gameplay style.
Capcom's official Twitter account, CapcomDev1, celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler. The announcement also coincided with a recent update enhancing the PS5 Pro experience.
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, the game achieved faster sales than any other title in the series. This is particularly noteworthy when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 copies sold only after eight quarters.
Anticipation for Future Remakes
Given the resounding success of the Resident Evil 4 remake, fans eagerly await Capcom's next move. A remake of Resident Evil 5 is a highly anticipated prospect, 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 significant to the 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.
