Resident Evil 4 Remake Surpasses 9 Million Copies Sold: A Resounding Success

Capcom's recent remake of Resident Evil 4 has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its release. This milestone follows swiftly on the heels of the 8 million mark, highlighting the game's 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, launched in March 2023, faithfully reimagines the 2005 classic, following Leon S. Kennedy's mission to rescue the President's daughter from a sinister cult. A significant departure from its survival horror origins, the remake leans more heavily into action-oriented gameplay.

The CapcomDev1 Twitter account celebrated this achievement with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler. A recent update further enhanced the PS5 Pro experience.

A Record-Breaking Success Story

Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is nothing short of remarkable. According to Alex Aniel, author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil, it's the fastest-selling title in the franchise. This is particularly impressive when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 sales in its eighth quarter.

What's Next for the Resident Evil Franchise?

Given the overwhelming success of the Resident Evil 4 remake, anticipation is high for Capcom's future projects. Many fans eagerly await a Resident Evil 5 remake, a possibility that seems increasingly likely given the relatively short timeframe between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica also hold significant narrative weight and could be ripe for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense excitement.