RE9’s Leak Would Be a Double-Edged Sword for Its Choice of Protagonists

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As a seasoned veteran of Resident Evil, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and apprehension about the potential return of our beloved mascots in Resident Evil 9. The charm and bravado of characters like Leon S. Kennedy and Jill Valentine have always been staples of this series, and their potential appearance in the next installment is both a dream come true and a source of concern.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but admit that the thrilling world of Resident Evil is, in its essence, campy – a blend of the serious and the absurd. The survival-horror gameplay always delivers an intense, epic experience, yet the grandiose storyline with its towering stakes and humorous, offbeat dialogue ensures it never takes itself too seriously.

In each new installment of the main storyline in the ‘Resident Evil’ series, there is always curiosity about who the main characters will be. This is not without reason, as the selection of protagonists significantly influences the game’s mood and how players perceive its events. For instance, ‘Resident Evil 4’ could have been a much more frightening experience if Leon hadn’t been suplexing the Ganados or joking about them all stopping their attacks to go play bingo during the village ambush. Consequently, news that Leon and Jill might be the main characters in ‘Resident Evil 9’ evokes both anticipation and apprehension.

Resident Evil 9 Going All-Out with Legacy Mascots Must Be Fan Service Done Right

The hints surrounding the potential release of Resident Evil 9 suggest that Capcom may be ready to cater to fan desires for more appearances and resolution of legacy character figures who have been noticeably absent or incomplete in recent mainline games. Characters like Chris Redfield have made appearances in both Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village, signaling that their stories might not be completely concluded yet.

Despite numerous cherished mascots from the Resident Evil series who have starred in their own game or made repeated appearances, there are numerous fan favorites among them, with a dedicated community eagerly awaiting updates about their current status. For instance, Jill Valentine has been due for an in-game sequel following the physical and emotional trials she faced in Resident Evil 5. Similarly, as Chris Redfield has been prominent in recent mainline installments of Resident Evil, there is excitement about what Claire Redfield, his sister, might be doing in the present day.

At this stage, the ending feels well-deserved, and if any old characters return, it might present an excellent chance for them to have dignified farewells.

Resident Evil’s Horror Potential Skyrockets with New Protagonists

If Capcom decides to use classic characters instead of new protagonists in Resident Evil 9, it wouldn’t be too surprising given their daring choice for Resident Evil 7 and its sequel. However, the direction taken by two games doesn’t always predict the path of future titles.

In essence, Ethan Winters significantly contributed to the renewal of the Resident Evil franchise by offering a fresh perspective. This doesn’t mean that classic characters don’t have engaging tales left to share, but Ethan’s everyman character type was beneficial for Resident Evil. It allowed the series to delve deeper into survival-horror elements that mattered to the protagonist, unlike previous iterations featuring a seasoned warrior unfazed by biological weapons.

If Resident Evil 9 decides to return to its classic characters, it could potentially strip away the authentic horror that games like Resident Evil 7 and Village have managed to maintain. While these characters hold a lot of potential for new games, relying too much on fan favorites might compromise the genuine fear factor that these recent titles have achieved. We’ll just have to wait and see if this prediction holds true, not to mention if the rumors about Resident Evil 9 actually turn out to be accurate.

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2024-11-30 13:24