Iconic Survival Horror 'Resident Evil 4' Hits Sales Milestone

Resident Evil 4 Remake Surpasses 9 Million Copies Sold: A Capcom Triumph

Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its March 2023 launch. This milestone builds upon its recent 8 million sales mark, fueled by the February 2023 release of the Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS launch.

The remake's popularity isn't surprising. It follows Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham, from a sinister cult. However, this iteration significantly shifted the gameplay, emphasizing action over the survival horror elements of its predecessors.

The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork featuring Ada, Krauser, Saddler, Salazar, and Bitores Mendez. A recent update further enhanced the PS5 Pro experience.

Record-Breaking Sales:

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

Anticipation for Future Remakes:

The success of Resident Evil 4 has ignited fan speculation about Capcom's next move. A Resident Evil 5 remake is highly anticipated, particularly given the relatively short timeframe (just over a year) between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. Other potential candidates for a modern revamp include Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both crucial to the series' overarching narrative. Naturally, news of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with enthusiastic reception.