Resident Evil 4 Remake Hits Sales Zenith

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 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS port.

The remake, a significant departure from the original's survival horror roots, features a more action-oriented gameplay style. Players follow Leon S. Kennedy as he battles a secretive cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham. This shift in gameplay has clearly resonated with fans.

The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork showcasing beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further enhanced the PS5 Pro experience.

Record-Breaking Sales and Fan Expectations

According to Alex Aniel, author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 4 boasts the fastest sales in the franchise's history. This outpaces even Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 copies sold in its eighth quarter.

This remarkable success fuels anticipation for future Capcom releases. Many fans eagerly await a Resident Evil 5 remake, a possibility further 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 pivotal to the overarching narrative, are also strong contenders for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense enthusiasm.

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