Capcom’s latest game, the Resident Evil 4 remake, has sold more than 4 million copies worldwide, breaking the series’ previous sales record. The game surpassed Resident Evil 6, which was the fastest-selling game in the franchise’s history.

The Resident Evil 4 remake is a completely remade version of the original 2005 classic, offering new graphics, gameplay and story elements. The game was released on March 23 for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. It reached 3 million copies sold two days after its launch, which means it sold another million in the past two weeks.

According to Capcom, the success of the Resident Evil 4 remake contributed to the series’ cumulative sales exceeding 135 million copies by the end of 2022. The company also said that it will continue to support and develop the game, and that it will release the Mercenaries mode update soon, adding a new character, Luis, to the game. The Mercenaries mode is a classic mode from the original game, where players have to defeat waves of enemies.

The Resident Evil 4 remake not only offers fresh experiences to the series’ fans, but also to the owners of the new generation consoles. The game takes advantage of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S hardware capabilities, providing beautiful graphics and fast loading times. The game’s atmosphere is also stunning, as Capcom recreated the original game’s Spanish rural setting and zombie horror mood.

Capcom’s game is a true masterpiece, worthy of continuing the series. The game remains faithful to the original, but also innovates on it. Players have the opportunity to explore new areas, meet new characters and face new enemies. The game’s story also became more exciting, as Capcom integrated the game into the series’ larger narrative.

The Resident Evil 4 remake is a must-have for every horror fan. The game not only shows what possibilities lie in a remake, but also what direction the series can take in the future. Capcom proved that it can revive an old classic and make it even better.

Source: VentureBeat ()