It’s Officially a New Era for Resident Evil and Capcom

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The upcoming release will be the ninth major installment in the *Resident Evil* series, which has grown far beyond just video games. It’s inspired numerous movies, TV shows, comics, and board games. Now, the series is at a turning point and could enter a new phase, though its future direction is still uncertain.

The *Resident Evil* series hit a rough patch, particularly after the underwhelming reception of *Resident Evil 6*. While the films made money, critics generally panned them as low-quality. It seemed like the entire franchise might be failing, much like the zombies in the original game.

Capcom Brought The Resident Evil Franchise Back From The Brink

The *Resident Evil* series took a dramatic turn with its seventh installment, shifting the focus back to the tense, scary experience of its original games.

In *Resident Evil 7: Biohazard*, players experience the story through the eyes of Ethan Winters, an ordinary man suddenly caught up in a terrifying situation. Unlike typical action heroes, Ethan isn’t a skilled fighter; he’s driven by fear and a desperate need to rescue his loved one.

Everything came together with *Resident Evil 7: Biohazard*, and it was praised as a strong return to the series’ roots. Then, a few years later, *Resident Evil: Village* arrived, adding more action and over-the-top characters. While not as frightening as the previous game, *Resident Evil: Village* quickly gained fans by increasing the intensity and feeling more like *Resident Evil 4*, which remains the most beloved game in the series.

The game’s success is partly due to the huge popularity of Lady Dimitrescu and her daughters. While their striking design definitely grabbed people’s attention, the game itself was compelling enough to hold that interest and keep players engaged.

Classic Resident Evil Fans Got The Remakes They Wanted

The core *Resident Evil* games have been both critically acclaimed and commercially successful, but the series has also thrived thanks to remakes. Recent years have brought fantastic remakes of *Resident Evil 2*, *3*, and *4*. These updates were particularly welcome for the second and third games, though *Resident Evil 4* remains a beloved classic that still holds up well today.

Fans who loved the original survival horror and action of the early *Resident Evil* games finally got a chance to revisit those experiences. These classic titles were beautifully updated with modern graphics, and their worlds and gameplay were improved to meet today’s standards. However, the remakes also introduced new elements…

Many of the original *Resident Evil* games have been completely rebuilt, and most of the older titles have received visual updates. This includes a remake of the very first *Resident Evil* which first appeared on the Nintendo GameCube, and *Resident Evil 0*. While some of the spin-off games are still only available on older consoles, many of these weren’t very good to begin with, or they relied on outdated or unimpressive features – like the multiplayer focus of the *Resident Evil Outbreak* games.

Capcom has done a fantastic job of keeping its classic *Resident Evil* games available and playable on a wide variety of platforms. This makes it easy for anyone interested in the series to try it out, and with frequent sales, it’s also very affordable.

Resident Evil Is About To Enter A New Era

What’s next for the *Resident Evil* series? Let’s focus on remakes first, as that’s the most immediate question. With remakes of *Resident Evil 2* through *4* already completed, and the original game remade some time ago, the options are becoming limited. The two most likely candidates for future remakes are *Code: Veronica* and *0*.

Of the two games, *Code: Veronica* is more in need of a remake. It still uses clunky, old-fashioned tank controls and has frustrating gameplay elements. A prime example is the Tyrant boss fight, which can be incredibly difficult – and often requires players to restart the game if they aren’t specifically prepared. Because most new players won’t know about this boss, they often end up having to start over, carefully managing their ammo and health.

While *Resident Evil 0* already received a solid remaster with updated graphics, controls, and even new content, a full remake feels unnecessary. It seems to be happening more out of desire than actual need. However, there have been…

The core *Resident Evil* games have all been remade, leaving no direct sequels left to update. Remaking *Resident Evil 5* would be particularly challenging because many aspects of the original game are now considered even more problematic than when it first released. To make a modern version acceptable, it would likely need to be a completely new game with significant changes to the setting and enemies.

Many fans consider *Resident Evil 6* the worst game in the series, and it’s widely disliked. While *Resident Evil 5* wasn’t perfect, it still offered enjoyable gameplay and memorable moments. *Resident Evil 6*, however, faces almost universal criticism, and it’s likely to be remembered as a disappointing entry that fades into obscurity.

While many *Resident Evil* spin-offs could be remade, it’s uncertain if there’s enough demand for them. Capcom is quickly approaching the end of the main *Resident Evil* games to remake, and after *Code: Veronica* and *Resident Evil 0*, they’ll need to consider other options. It seems the remakes fans wanted most have already been released.

The ninth installment in the *Resident Evil* series, *Resident Evil Requiem*, looks to be as strong as the last game. It’s shifting back to its roots in survival horror, focusing on a new character, Grace Ashcroft, who isn’t a skilled fighter and must rely on her wits to survive the terrifying events unfolding around her.

Lots of rumors are going around about the next *Resident Evil* game, *Requiem*, with many people hoping Leon will be a character and that it will be packed with action. However, Capcom has already addressed those points, so further guessing is probably not helpful until we get official news.

Capcom can’t depend on remakes indefinitely, but they still have popular titles like *Code: Veronica* and *0* that fans would love to see revived. Plus, the core *Resident Evil* games remain excellent, ensuring continued success even if they stop making remakes.

2026 will be the 30th anniversary of the *Resident Evil* series, and it’s currently enjoying a lot of success. We’re expecting a new game, *Resident Evil Requiem*, next year, and we’ll probably get updates on the long-awaited remakes around the same time. While the *Resident Evil* movies haven’t always been great, there’s hope for the future – the next film will be directed and written by the creator of *Barbarian* and *Weapons*, which is a promising sign.

With the upcoming release of *Resident Evil Requiem*, the series will reach its tenth installment. Fans are eager to see what direction the next game will take, especially considering the explosive events of the ninth game involving Raccoon City. A fresh start for the series or a bold new setting—like sending Leon Kennedy on a space mission to battle zombie-infested international space station—are both possibilities. Regardless, *Resident Evil* has regained its reputation, and all attention is now on *Resident Evil Requiem* and the franchise’s 30th anniversary to shape its future.

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2025-10-06 21:50