Capcom's Beloved 'Resident Evil 4 Remake' Achieves Sales Success

Resident Evil 4 Remake Shatters Sales Records: Over 9 Million Copies Sold!

Capcom's recent remake of Resident Evil 4 has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its launch. This milestone follows swiftly on the heels of the 8 million sales mark, highlighting the game's enduring popularity. The February 2023 release of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS launch likely contributed significantly to these impressive sales figures.

The remake, released in March 2023, faithfully reimagines the 2005 classic, placing players once again in the boots of Leon S. Kennedy as he battles a sinister cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham. A notable departure from the series' survival horror origins, this iteration embraces a more action-oriented gameplay style.

CapcomDev1's 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.

Resident Evil 4: A Record-Breaking Success

The game's rapid sales trajectory is unprecedented in the Resident Evil franchise. According to Alex Aniel, author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 4 is the fastest-selling title in the series. This stands in stark contrast to Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 sales in its eighth quarter.

Looking Ahead: What's Next for Capcom?

This remarkable success fuels anticipation for future Capcom projects. Many fans eagerly await a Resident Evil 5 remake, a prospect that seems increasingly plausible given the relatively short timeframe between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles, such as Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, also hold significant narrative weight and could be ripe for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense enthusiasm.