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 continued popularity. The surge in sales is likely attributed to the February 2023 release of the Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS port.

The remake, a reimagining of the 2005 classic, features Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter from a sinister cult. Significantly, this installment marked a notable shift in gameplay, transitioning towards a more action-oriented experience compared to its survival horror predecessors.

The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork depicting beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further boosted the game's performance, particularly for PS5 Pro users.

Record-Breaking Success and Fan Expectations

Resident Evil 4's rapid sales have made it the fastest-selling title in the franchise, according to Resident Evil expert Alex Aniel. This surpasses even Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 sales in its eighth quarter.

This remarkable success fuels anticipation for future Capcom releases. Many fans eagerly await a Resident Evil 5 remake, a possibility made more plausible considering the less than year-long gap between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and CODE: Veronica, both significant to the overarching narrative, are also ripe for a modern update. Naturally, a Resident Evil 9 announcement would also be met with enthusiastic reception.