Capcom’s Resident Evil Remakes Have Become a Global Success

Capcom's survival horror franchise, Resident Evil, is one of the publisher's most successful series in gaming history. Eight years ago, Capcom surprised fans during Sony's E3 2018 press conference with the long-awaited announcement of the Resident Evil 2 remake. The reaction was nothing short of shock and excitement as fans watched Leon S. Kennedy shoot a zombie in the head while it feasted on a fallen police officer inside a gas station. It was an unforgettable reveal that showcased the incredible power of Capcom's RE Engine.

The RE Engine allowed longtime fans to relive the nightmare alongside Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield with stunning visuals, modern gameplay, and an atmosphere that perfectly captured the horror of Raccoon City. Released in January 2019, Resident Evil 2 remake became both a critical and commercial success, quickly becoming one of the best-selling entries in the franchise. It also sparked endless discussions among fans about which Resident Evil game Capcom should remake next.

Capcom wasted little time capitalizing on that momentum. In December 2019, the company officially announced the Resident Evil 3 remake, reigniting excitement throughout the Resident Evil community. Jill Valentine, one of the franchise's most beloved protagonists, returned in spectacular fashion as players once again escaped the destruction of Raccoon City. Released in 2020, Resident Evil 3 remake proved to be another commercial success for Capcom.

On June 2, 2022, Resident Evil fans tuned in to Sony's State of Play hoping for another major announcement—and Capcom delivered. The publisher officially revealed the Resident Evil 4 remake. Widely considered one of the greatest Resident Evil games ever made, the remake was met with overwhelming enthusiasm from longtime fans eager for another modern nightmarish survival horror adventure with Leon S. Kennedy.

Released on March 24, 2023, Resident Evil 4 remake once again demonstrated Capcom's mastery of modern remakes. Combining faithful storytelling with expanded gameplay, breathtaking visuals, and refined combat, it became another massive hit for the company.

With three successful remakes under its belt, speculation quickly turned toward what Capcom would remake next. Among the most requested titles were Resident Evil Code: Veronica, Resident Evil 0, and the original Resident Evil.

Longtime insider Dusk Golem, who has built a strong reputation for accurately reporting on the franchise, claimed Capcom had already begun development on several of these highly anticipated remakes. While many fans remained cautiously optimistic, his reports continued to fuel excitement throughout the Resident Evil community.

That excitement became reality during Summer Game Fest 2026, when Capcom officially announced the remake of Resident Evil Veronica, one of the most requested titles in the franchise's history. Scheduled for release in 2027, the announcement was met with widespread celebration as fans eagerly await Claire Redfield's return and the opportunity to revisit Rockfort Island with modern visuals and gameplay.

Has Capcom Figured Out the Formula for Remake Success?

As Capcom celebrates the 30th anniversary of Resident Evil, there appears to be no sign of survival horror fatigue. Instead, anticipation continues to grow with each new release.

If Resident Evil Veronica proves to be another blockbuster, it will only strengthen Capcom's remarkable remake streak. Fans are already wondering what could come next. Will Capcom revisit Resident Evil 0, bringing Rebecca Chambers' adventure to a new generation? Or will the company return to where it all began with a complete remake of the original Resident Evil?

Whatever Capcom decides, one thing has become increasingly clear: the publisher has discovered a winning formula for modernizing its classic survival horror games without losing the identity that made them legendary. As long as the quality remains high, Resident Evil fans will continue embracing each return to the world of survival horror.

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