Resident Evil 4 Remake Sales Surpass 9 Million

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 rapid climb to 8 million sales earlier this year, likely boosted by the February 2023 release of the Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS launch.

The remake's popularity is unsurprising given its strong reception. Following Leon S. Kennedy as he rescues the President's daughter, Ashley Graham, from a dangerous cult, the game significantly shifted the series' gameplay towards action, diverging from its survival horror origins.

Capcom's official CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further enhanced the experience for PS5 Pro players.

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, it's the fastest-selling entry in the series. This is particularly noteworthy when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 copies sold in its eighth quarter.

Anticipation for Future Remakes

The remarkable success of Resident Evil 4 fuels anticipation for Capcom's future projects. Many fans eagerly await a Resident Evil 5 remake, a possibility that seems increasingly likely given the relatively short time between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica also hold significant potential for modern remakes, offering compelling narrative connections to the overarching Resident Evil storyline. Naturally, the prospect of a Resident Evil 9 announcement would also be met with great enthusiasm.