Capcom<\/strong><\/em> revealed new details about the next main Resident Evil.<\/p>\n

The Japanese publisher confirmed<\/a><\/span> that Resident Evil: Village<\/strong><\/em> is not only coming to the PlayStation 5<\/strong><\/em>, Xbox Series<\/strong><\/em>, PC<\/strong><\/em> trio but the PlayStation 4<\/strong><\/em> and the Xbox One<\/strong><\/em>, too. The PlayStation 5 version got an exclusive visual demo called Maiden, which showcases the visuals of the game, while also giving a taste of the 3D audio. We have to control the character named Maiden to safety as we will have no way to protect ourselves. Another proper demo will follow later on all platforms.<\/p>\n

The game will have multiple editions. The 60 USD\/EUR one is joined by a 70 USD\/EUR Deluxe Edition, which includes the Trauma Pack (Samurai Edge weapon, Mr Everywhere accessory, a Resident Evil 7<\/strong><\/em> biohazard-inspired found footage screen filter, special safe room background music, tape recorder save point, immediate access to an especially challenging difficulty setting, and more). The 220 USD Collector’s Edition contains these, as well as a poster, a SteelBook case, a Chris Redfield figure, collector\u2019s box, and art book. If you pre-order, you get the Mr Raccoon Weapon Charm accessory and the Survival Resource Pack. PlayStation Store pre-orders also include an exclusive mini-soundtrack.<\/p>\n

Let’s see the press release by Capcom: \u201eExperience survival horror like never before in Resident Evil Village, the eighth major instalment in the genre-defining Resident Evil franchise. Set a few years after the horrifying events in the critically acclaimed Resident Evil 7 biohazard, the all-new storyline brings Ethan Winters to a remote snow-capped village filled with a diverse cast of terrifying enemies. After a devastating encounter with Resident Evil series hero Chris Redfield, Ethan pursues him in search of answers but finds himself in an entirely new nightmare.<\/p>\n

Modern console technology paired with Capcom\u2019s proprietary RE Engine delivers a visceral experience combining pulse-pounding action with signature survival horror gameplay synonymous with the Resident Evil series. Harnessing the newest console technology, Resident Evil Village delivers stunning graphics and advanced technology on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. New gameplay features harken back to fan-favourite elements from previous Resident Evil games while new mechanics offer more depth to the action during combat.<\/p>\n

[…] Fans might recognize new features in Resident Evil Village that are nods to previous Resident Evil games including a merchant dubbed \u201cThe Duke\u201d who allows players to purchase and sell items, buy recipes for crafting consumables, and customize weapons. […] In addition to engaging and attacking enemies, Ethan can also now guard against incoming attacks, or kick enemies away to buy time for his next move, requiring players to further strategize the best approach for surviving the many challenges ahead. 25th Anniversary Celebration Bonus \u2013 As a thank you to fans, Resident Evil Village will include access to a free multiplayer experience titled Resident Evil Re:Verse, coming to PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. An all-star cast of fan-favourite Resident Evil characters face off in four to six-player deathmatch battles in iconic series locations. Resident Evil Village will be eligible to upgrade from PlayStation 4 to the digital PlayStation 5 version and will support Smart Delivery for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles,\u201d Capcom wrote. We will discuss Resident Evil Re:Verse in detail tomorrow. It’s going to be another buy one, get two deal, forcing you to also have the multiplayer game, even though you might not be interested. (Capcom did it last year with Resident Evil 3 Remake and Resident Evil: Resistance.) So they brought back the merchant from Resident Evil 4, and the inventory system looks similar to it.<\/p>\n

On Twitter<\/a><\/span>, AestheticGamer wrote that Resident Evil: Village was previously planned to include VR support, but he’s not sure if that is still the case. There are plans from Capcom to give Resident Evil 7: Biohazard a PlayStation 5 patch (which would make sense, as it’s part of the PlayStation Plus Collection) to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the franchise. It would give the same a higher resolution, a better frame rate, DualSense support, and possibly ray tracing.<\/p>\n

Resident Evil: Village<\/a><\/span> will launch on May 7 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PC (Steam<\/a><\/span> with Denuvo), PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.<\/p>\n

You can find the image galleries here<\/a><\/span> and here<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n

Source: Gematsu<\/a><\/span>, PSU<\/a> AGD<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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