Resident Evil 4 Remake Passes Major Franchise Sales Milestone

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 enduring 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 port.

The remake, a significant departure from the survival horror roots of the original 2005 title, shifted the gameplay towards action. Players once again follow Leon S. Kennedy as he confronts a dangerous cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham.

CapcomDev1's Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler. A recent update further enhanced the PS5 Pro experience.

Record-Breaking Sales and Fan Expectations

Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is unprecedented within the franchise. According to Alex Aniel, author of "Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil," it's the fastest-selling Resident Evil game to date. This contrasts sharply with Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 copies sold after eight quarters.

This remarkable success fuels fan anticipation for future Capcom projects. A Resident Evil 5 remake is highly speculated, especially considering the relatively short time between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. Other potential candidates for a modern update include Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both integral to the overarching narrative. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense excitement.