Resident Evil 4's Stunning Sales Success: Over 9 Million Copies Sold!
Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its March 2023 launch. This impressive milestone follows the recent release of the Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition (February 2023) and an iOS version late in 2023, significantly boosting sales. The game's rapid ascent to this sales figure is particularly noteworthy, considering it recently passed the 8 million mark.
The remake, a significant departure from the original's survival horror roots, features a more action-oriented gameplay style. Players once again follow Leon S. Kennedy as he confronts a sinister cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham.
CapcomDev1's Twitter account celebrated this achievement with celebratory artwork depicting beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, Saddler, Salazar, and Bitores Mendez enjoying a game of bingo. A recent update further enhanced the experience for PS5 Pro players.
A Record-Breaking Run
According to Alex Aniel, author of Itchy, Tasty: An Unofficial History of Resident Evil, Resident Evil 4 boasts the fastest sales in the franchise's history. This is underscored by the fact that Resident Evil Village reached only 500,000 copies sold in its eighth quarter.
What's Next for the Resident Evil Franchise?
Given Resident Evil 4's massive success, fans are eagerly anticipating Capcom's next move. A Resident Evil 5 remake is high on many wish lists, especially considering the relatively short time between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both crucial to the overarching narrative, are also ripe for a modern update. And of course, the prospect of a Resident Evil 9 announcement remains highly anticipated.
