That there can be a Resident Evil 9 shouldn’t be one thing that’s ever been unsure, and after constant leaks talking about the identical, Capcom has formally confirmed that the sport is certainly within the works.
Throughout the latest Capcom Subsequent summer time showcase, Koshi Nakanishi, who directed Resident Evil 7, revealed that the subsequent mainline Resident Evil recreation is in growth, and that he’s returning to direct it. In accordance with Nakanishi – who additionally directed Resident Evil Revelations and was additionally concerned within the growth of Resident Evil 5 – although particulars can’t be shared simply but, the subsequent recreation within the sequence goes to be “substantial”.
“We’re making a brand new Resident Evil,” Nakanishi stated. “It was actually troublesome to determine what to do after 7. However I discovered it, and to be sincere, it feels substantial. I can’t share any particulars simply but, however I hope you’re excited for the day I can.”
Resident Evil 9 (or no matter it finally ends up being known as) has allegedly been within the works since way back to 2018, and as per studies, goes to have the longest growth cycle and largest finances ever for a Resident Evil recreation to this point. It’ll reportedly make use of RE Engine’s new open world tech, which was launched in Dragon’s Dogma 2.
Latest leaks claimed that Resident Evil 9 was hit with an inside delay, and is now concentrating on a launch someday in late 2025/early 2026. Past that, Capcom is allegedly additionally engaged on remakes of Resident Evil Zero and Code Veronica, although rumoured remakes of Resident Evil 1 and 5 are apparently not in growth but.
Breaking information from Capcom NEXT – Summer time 2024! Director Koshi Nakanishi reveals {that a} new Resident Evil is in growth. pic.twitter.com/N4RLiLuCgC
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