Capcom is reportedly working on five new Resident Evil games, including Resident Evil 9, according to trusted insider Dusk Golem. This individual has a history of accurate leaks related to horror game franchises such as Resident Evil and Silent Hill, and they revealed the information on Discord that was subsequently shared on Reddit. Among these five games, it's suggested that at least one is an entirely new game—Resident Evil 9—while others may be remakes, following the success of previous Resident Evil remakes like the recent Resident Evil 4. This game in particular, the series’ latest remake, is due to release a Gold Edition and has sold 6.48 million copies, making it the fastest-selling game in the franchise's history.

Which is the fastest selling game in the Resident Evil series?

The fastest selling game in the Resident Evil series is the remake of Resident Evil 4.

Resident Evil has been a leading name in the survival horror genre since its inception by Capcom in 1996. The series is known for setting a benchmark in the genre with its combination of horror, puzzle-solving, and action elements. Resident Evil 4 initially released in 2005 and was hailed for revolutionizing the series by introducing a more action-oriented approach and an over-the-shoulder camera perspective, features that have influenced many games since. The Resident Evil remakes have been critical and commercial successes, often upgrading classic entries with modern graphics and gameplay enhancements, presenting the series' iconic stories to new and returning players alike.