"Resident Evil Requiem" Achieves New Sales Milestone as Series Celebrates 30th Anniversary

"Resident Evil Requiem" has sold over six million units globally, establishing a new sales milestone for the franchise. This announcement coincides with the "Resident Evil" series' 30th anniversary, which dates back to the original game's release on March 22, 1996. Capcom has also outlined plans for future content and celebrations related to the long-running series.

Sales Milestone for "Resident Evil Requiem"

Capcom issued a press release on March 16, signed by President and COO Haruhiro Tsujimoto, stating that "Resident Evil Requiem" surpassed six million units sold across all platforms. This achievement marks the fastest a title in the series has reached this sales figure.

Executive producer Jun Takeuchi also confirmed the game's global player count exceeding six million in a statement issued on March 22, 2026. The game is characterized by its return to Raccoon City and its integration of both horror and action elements.

Previous entries in the series have accumulated significant sales, underscoring the franchise's enduring popularity:

• Main Series Titles:
  • "Resident Evil 7" (released 2017): Approximately 16.4 million units
  • "Resident Evil Village" (released 2021): Approximately 13.5 million units
• Modern Remakes:
  • "Resident Evil 2" (remake): 16.8 million units
  • "Resident Evil 3" (remake): 10.9 million units
  • "Resident Evil 4" (remake): 12.2 million units

"Resident Evil" Series 30th Anniversary

The "Resident Evil" series officially celebrated its 30th anniversary on March 22, 2026, marking three decades since the original game debuted on March 22, 1996. Executive producer Jun Takeuchi acknowledged the anniversary, extending thanks to fans for their sustained support of the franchise.

Anniversary plans include:

• A collaboration between Universal Studios Japan and "Resident Evil Requiem" scheduled for 2026.
• Orchestral concerts planned for Japan, the United States, and Europe.

Future Content and Developer Comments

Capcom previously announced the development of a new story expansion for "Resident Evil Requiem," which is intended to expand upon the game's established world. The development team has indicated its commitment to providing further experiences and ongoing support for the title.

Regarding specific narrative elements, Director Koshi Nakanishi commented on the appearance of Leon's wedding ring in "Resident Evil Requiem."

Nakanishi stated that the explanation for this detail would be revealed at a later time, adding that the final scene aimed to convey that the character Leon now possesses "a place to go home to."