The Resident Evil series is currently enjoying a resurgence in popularity. While the franchise has been a prominent part of the video game industry for nearly 30 years, its recent success has been particularly noteworthy, especially following the release of Resident Evil 7 in 2017.
The franchise seems to have found a winning formula, alternating between mainline games and remakes. What's remarkable is the consistently positive reception of these titles, with almost all mainline entries and remakes, apart from Resident Evil 3, receiving Metacritic scores of 84 or higher. It's clear that Capcom will aim to continue this cycle, with recent leaks from DuskGolem indicating that the company has five new Resident Evil projects in the works.
Revealing Capcom's Five Upcoming Resident Evil Games
The Inevitable Arrival of Resident Evil 9
While the remakes have been a significant part of the franchise's recent success, the mainline games have also been lucrative. For instance, Resident Evil 2 Remake has shipped an impressive 13.6 million units, Resident Evil 7 12.7 million, and Village 9.49 million. Given these strong sales figures, it's no surprise that Capcom is keen on expanding the franchise with another mainline entry.
In a Discord channel post on February 5, 2024, leaker DuskGolem revealed that Capcom is currently working on five Resident Evil games, with Resident Evil 9 being the only one specifically mentioned. The active development of Resident Evil 9 has been an open secret, with numerous leaks hinting at the involvement of Chris Redfield and other key features. At this point, it's not a question of if, but when Resident Evil 9 will be released.
The Highly Probable Remake of Resident Evil 5
While not as certain as Resident Evil 9, a remake of Resident Evil 5 appears highly likely. Capcom's success with Resident Evil remakes makes it a logical next step for the franchise. The groundwork for a Resident Evil 5 remake has already been laid, with Resident Evil 4 Remake and its Separate Ways DLC featuring sequences that directly tease the sequel through Albert Wesker, particularly the post-credits scene showing the mastermind observing an image of Resident Evil 5's Progenitor Virus flowers.
Capcom's Three Other Mysterious Resident Evil Projects
The nature of Capcom's remaining three Resident Evil projects is currently shrouded in mystery. However, there are several RE projects that fans are eagerly hoping for. A remake of Resident Evil - Code: Veronica has long been on fans' wish lists, and it would be a missed opportunity for Capcom not to pursue this. Additionally, speculation about a remake of the original Resident Evil has been rife, especially with the franchise approaching its 30th anniversary in 2026. There are also rumors circulating about a potential new Resident Evil spin-off game, possibly centered around the enigmatic character Hunk. For now, fans will have to await official announcements to learn more about these rumored projects.