Suda51 Seeks Sequel for Cult Classic Killer7

The mastermind behind Resident Evil, Shinji Mikami, recently expressed his enthusiasm for a sequel to Suda51's cult classic, Killer7, during a presentation at Grasshopper Direct. Dive deeper into the discussions between these two visionary creators and their thoughts on the future of this beloved game.

Mikami and Suda Tease Potential Killer7 Sequel and Complete Edition

Killer7: Beyond or Killer11?

During the Grasshopper Direct, the focus was primarily on the upcoming Hella Remastered version of their 2011 game, Shadows of the Damned. However, the conversation took an exciting turn when the topic shifted to future projects. Shinji Mikami, the creator of Resident Evil, expressed his admiration for Killer7, stating, "I’d love to see Suda make a sequel to Killer7," as it is one of his "personal favorite games."

Goichi ‘Suda51’ Suda, the visionary behind Killer7, responded with equal enthusiasm, hinting that "someday we may just see a Killer7 sequel." He playfully suggested potential titles such as "Killer11" or "Killer7: Beyond," fueling fans' imaginations and hopes for a new chapter in this unique gaming experience.

Killer7, released in 2005 for the GameCube and PlayStation 2, is an action-adventure game that has cultivated a dedicated cult following. The game follows Harman Smith, an elderly man capable of manifesting seven distinct personalities, each equipped with unique abilities and weapons. Despite its popularity and a remastered PC release in 2018, the game has yet to see a sequel. However, Suda51 has consistently expressed interest in further exploring the original vision of Killer7.

Suda51 mentioned his interest in creating a "Complete Edition" of Killer7, to which Mikami humorously responded by calling the idea "kind of lame." Despite the light-hearted banter, it was revealed that the original game had extensive dialogue for the character Coyote that could be restored in a Complete Edition, adding depth to the game's narrative.

The mere suggestion of a potential sequel and a Complete Edition has sparked immense excitement among fans, who are eager to revisit the game's distinctive visuals and innovative gameplay. While no official announcements have been made, the enthusiasm from Mikami and Suda51 has certainly reignited interest in the future of Killer7.

Mikami concluded by suggesting that fans would appreciate a Complete Edition of Killer7, prompting Suda51 to ponder, "We’d have to decide which comes first, Killer7: Beyond or the Complete Edition." This open-ended statement leaves fans eagerly awaiting further news on what could be next for this cult classic.