Resident Evil 4: 9 Million Copies Sold!

Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has officially surpassed 9 million units sold, a testament to its popularity and successful departure from the series' survival horror roots. This impressive sales figure, announced via CapcomDev1's Twitter, likely benefited from the February 2023 release of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition and a late 2023 iOS port. The game's rapid climb from 8 million sales just recently underscores its immense success.

The March 2023 launch saw players once again follow Leon S. Kennedy as he battles a sinister cult to save the President's daughter, Ashley Graham. This iteration shifted the gameplay significantly towards action, a notable change from earlier entries in the franchise.

Capcom's celebratory tweet featured artwork depicting beloved characters—Ada, Krauser, Saddler, Salazar, and Bitores Mendez—enjoying a post-success bingo game. A recent update further enhanced the experience for PS5 Pro players.

Record-Breaking Success

Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is unprecedented for the series. According to Alex Aniel, author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil, it's the fastest-selling Resident Evil game to date. This is particularly striking when compared to Resident Evil Village, which reached only 500,000 sales in its eighth quarter.

What's Next for Resident Evil?

Given the phenomenal success of Resident Evil 4, fans eagerly anticipate Capcom's next move. A Resident Evil 5 remake is high on many wish lists, and considering the less-than-a-year gap between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes, such an announcement wouldn't be premature. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both pivotal to the overarching narrative, are also ripe for a modern update. And, of course, news of a Resident Evil 9 would undoubtedly thrill fans worldwide.