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 units sold since its March 2023 launch. This milestone builds upon the game's already impressive sales trajectory, having previously reached 8 million copies sold. The surge in sales is likely attributed to the February 2023 release of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS port.
The remake, a reimagining of the 2005 classic, follows Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter from a sinister cult. A significant departure from its survival horror origins, the remake emphasizes action-oriented gameplay.
The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated this achievement with celebratory artwork depicting beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further enhanced the experience for PS5 Pro players.
Unprecedented Success and Fan Anticipation
Resident Evil 4's rapid sales growth has solidified its position as the fastest-selling title in the Resident Evil franchise, according to Resident Evil expert Alex Aniel. This success dwarfs that of Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 copies sold in its eighth quarter.
This remarkable achievement fuels fan speculation about Capcom's future projects. Many eagerly anticipate a Resident Evil 5 remake, a possibility strengthened by 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 crucial to the overarching narrative, also hold significant potential for remakes. Naturally, the announcement of Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense enthusiasm.
