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 reimagining of the 2005 classic, features Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter from a sinister cult. A significant departure from the series' survival horror origins, the remake embraces a more action-oriented gameplay style.
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 enhanced the experience for PS5 Pro players.
Record-Breaking Success and Fan Expectations
Resident Evil 4's rapid sales have cemented its position as the fastest-selling entry in the franchise, outpacing even Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 copies sold in its eighth quarter.
This remarkable success fuels anticipation for future Capcom projects. Many fans eagerly await a potential Resident Evil 5 remake, a prospect made more plausible considering the relatively short timeframe between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. Other titles ripe for a modern update include Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both crucial to the overarching narrative. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense excitement.
