Resident Evil 4's Remarkable Sales Success: 9 Million Copies Sold!
Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved phenomenal success, surpassing 9 million copies sold since its March 2023 release. This milestone follows the game's recent 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, offers a more action-oriented gameplay experience. Players follow Leon S. Kennedy as he battles a clandestine cult to rescue the President's daughter, Ashley Graham.
CapcomDev1's Twitter account celebrated the achievement with celebratory artwork featuring beloved characters like Ada, Krauser, and Saddler. A recent update further enhanced the game's performance on PS5 Pro.
Unprecedented Sales Velocity
Resident Evil 4's sales trajectory is nothing short of extraordinary. 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 500,000 sales after eight quarters.
Anticipation for Future Remakes
Given Resident Evil 4's success, fans eagerly anticipate Capcom's next move. A Resident Evil 5 remake is highly anticipated, especially considering the less-than-a-year gap between the Resident Evil 2 and 3 remakes. However, other titles like Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil CODE: Veronica, both pivotal to the series' overarching narrative, are also strong contenders for a modern update. Naturally, the announcement of a Resident Evil 9 would also be met with immense excitement.
