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 release. 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 launch of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS release.
The remake, a departure from the series' survival horror origins, features a more action-oriented gameplay style. Players follow Leon S. Kennedy as he confronts a dangerous cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham. The game's success was celebrated by CapcomDev1 on Twitter with celebratory artwork showcasing beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler. A recent update further enhanced the PS5 Pro experience.
Record-Breaking Sales and Fan Anticipation
Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is unprecedented within the franchise. According to Alex Aniel, author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil, it's the fastest-selling Resident Evil title to date, outpacing even Resident Evil Village's early sales figures.
This remarkable success fuels fan anticipation for future Capcom projects. Many eagerly await a Resident Evil 5 remake, a possibility 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 significant to the overarching narrative, are also strong contenders for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of Resident Evil 9 would also be met with considerable enthusiasm.
