Resident Evil 4 Remake Sales Surpass 9 Million
Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its release. This milestone follows the game's recent 8 million sales mark, highlighting its continued 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 launch.
The remake, launched in March 2023, reimagines the 2005 classic, following Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter. A significant departure from the series' survival horror roots, the remake emphasizes action-oriented gameplay.
Capcom's official Twitter account, CapcomDev1, celebrated the achievement with artwork depicting beloved characters—Ada, Krauser, Saddler, Salazar, and Bitores Mendez—enjoying a celebratory bingo game. A recent update further enhanced the PS5 Pro experience.
Record-Breaking Success
Resident Evil 4's rapid sales trajectory makes it the fastest-selling title in the Resident Evil franchise, according to Resident Evil expert Alex Aniel. This achievement is particularly impressive when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 sales after eight quarters.
Anticipation for Future Remakes
The remarkable success of Resident Evil 4 fuels fan anticipation for future Capcom projects. A Resident Evil 5 remake is highly speculated, given the less than one-year gap between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. Other potential candidates for a modern revamp include Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both pivotal to the series' overarching narrative. Naturally, the prospect of a Resident Evil 9 announcement also excites fans.
