Resident Evil 4 Remake Surpasses 9 Million Copies Sold: A Capcom Triumph
Capcom's recent remake of Resident Evil 4 has achieved phenomenal success, 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 2005 game's survival horror roots, shifted the gameplay towards a more action-oriented experience. Players follow Leon S. Kennedy as he confronts a dangerous cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham.
The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler. A recent update further boosted the game's performance, particularly for PS5 Pro users.
Record-Breaking Sales and Fan Anticipation
Resident Evil 4's remarkable sales trajectory makes it the fastest-selling title in the Resident Evil franchise, according to Resident Evil expert Alex Aniel. This rapid success dwarfs the sales of Resident Evil Village, which reached 500,000 copies in its eighth quarter.
This success fuels fervent fan speculation about Capcom's future plans. Many anticipate a Resident Evil 5 remake, potentially following the precedent set by the year-apart releases of the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other entries in the franchise, such as Resident Evil 0 and CODE: Veronica, also hold significant narrative weight and could be ripe for a modern update. Naturally, the prospect of a Resident Evil 9 announcement remains a highly anticipated possibility.
