Summary
Amid a continuously popular period for the series, it appears that Capcom may be preparing for a possibleResident Evil 5 Remakeannouncement. WhileResident Evilhas been beloved for many years, the success ofResident Evil 4 Remakeprompted more excitement among fans than ever about what might be in store for the franchise. Now, some of the publisher’s latest updates may have offered a glimpse into Capcom’s plans.
The horror genre has seen a notable resurgence in gaming over the past couple of years, particularly with thesuccess ofResident Evil 4 Remake. The title sold 6.48 million units as of July 25, 2025, becoming the fastest-selling game in the series. The record was previously held byResident Evil 2 Remake, which sold 5.8 million units during a similar period. Amid this success, Capcom is seemingly looking to keep the franchise alive with similar remakes.
According to @PRE_Alarabiya on Twitter/X, aResident Evil 5package on the Steam database has reportedly received three updates just days before therelease of the gold edition ofResident Evil 4 Remake. The updates have seemingly removed theResident Evil 5name, release data, and the base game from the package. While Capcom has yet to comment on the remake officially, the fact that the game’s page on the Steam database received an update for the first time in three years hints at a possible announcement ahead. Some fans are already speculating that the publisher might be eyeing a 2026 release, as it would allign with the franchise’s 30th anniversary.
Resident Evil 5 Remake Might Not Be the Only One
Of course, the likelihood ofResident Evil 5 Remakeis all but confirmed. Capcom has already laid the groundwork for a follow-up inResident Evil 4 Remakeand its Separate Ways DLC. However, it’s worth noting thatResident Evil 5 Remakeisn’t the only rumored project in the series. A recent leak suggests that Capcom reportedly hasfiveResident Evilgames in development, withResident Evil 9likely being one of them. It’s unclear what the other projects could be, although some believe that remakes of the originalResident EvilandResident Evil - Code: Veronicacould happen in the coming years.
Interestingly, Capcom’s ambitions for its years-long IPs aren’t limited to justResident Evil. Last month, the publisher hinted at the possibility ofreviving some iconic but dormant Capcom IPslikeBreath of Fire,Dino Crisis,Onimusha,Okami, and several others. As of now, it remains to be seen how the publisher will prioritize its upcoming projects, particularly amid the rumoredResident Evilprojects. In any case, with Capcom’s 45th anniversary less than three months away, it might not be long until the publisher makes its plans official.
Resident Evil 4
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Survival is just the beginning.Six years have passed since the biological disaster in Raccoon City.Agent Leon S. Kennedy, one of the survivors of the incident, has been sent to rescue the president’s kidnapped daughter. He tracks her to a secluded European village, where there is something terribly wrong with the locals.And the curtain rises on this story of daring rescue and grueling horror where life and death, terror and catharsis intersect.Featuring modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics, Resident Evil 4 marks the rebirth of an industry juggernaut.Relive the nightmare that revolutionized survival horror.
