Summary
- Capcom remains vague about Resident Evil 9’s details, with leaks suggesting a major reinvention like RE4 and RE7.
- Director Koshi Nakanishi from RE7 is back for RE9, pointing to its possible development cycle and direction.
- Based on previous patterns, RE9 could be revealed in Summer 2025, aligning with a potential Sony event.
Capcom continues to leave Resident Evil fans guessing about the franchise’s future. After the highly successful 2023 remake of the fourth installment, many assumed that the developer would be focusing on the next numbered Resident Evil game. However, as time passes, there have been few substantial updates provided by Capcom.
Based on various leaks and rumors from unofficial sources, a well-known insider known as AestheticGamer or Dusk Golem hinted that the upcoming “Resident Evil 9” could represent a significant transformation similar to what we saw in “RE4” and “RE7”. However, it’s important to approach these claims with a degree of caution. By examining some of this information and analyzing past trends, we might glean some hints as to when exactly the official announcement for “RE9” could be made.
It’s been confirmed that Koshi Nakanishi, who previously directed Resident Evil 7 and worked on several other entries, will once again take the director’s role for RE9.
When Could Resident Evil 9 Be Revealed?
Capcom’s Track Record of Resident Evil Reveals and Releases
The game Resident Evil 7 is frequently recognized as the pivotal moment launching the series’ contemporary phase. Given that about ten years have passed since the announcement of the reboot that revitalized RE, it could serve as an excellent starting point to explore the history of when and where Capcom unveiled each title in the series.
| Game | Reveal Date | Event | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resident Evil 7 | June 10, 2016 | E3 2016 | January 24, 2017 |
| Resident Evil 2 Remake | June 10, 2018 | E3 2018 | January 25, 2019 |
| Resident Evil 3 Remake | December 10, 2019 | Sony State of Play | April 3, 2020 |
| Resident Evil Village | June 11, 2020 | PlayStation Showcase | May 7, 2021 |
| Resident Evil 4 Remake | June 2, 2022 | Sony State of Play | March 24, 2023 |
Since E3 is no longer active and the developers have a strong relationship with Sony, it’s likely that Resident Evil 9 will follow this pattern by being showcased at related events. Although fans were expecting to see Resident Evil at this year’s State of Play in February, there was no appearance. However, whispers of a Summer 2025 PlayStation Showcase have been heard, which could potentially signal an upcoming reveal.
Additional whispers and hints suggest that remakes for “less ambitious” versions of “Code: Veronica” and “Resident Evil Zero” might also be under development.
Resident Evil 9 Reveal Window Prediction
In September 2024, another trustworthy source hinted at the potential release of Resident Evil 9 in the latter part of 2025. If accurate, this would align nicely with a summer unveiling, potentially setting an early or mid-autumn launch date. This suggests a relatively swift timeline between the announcement and the release, which Capcom may be relying on to appease fans who have been anxiously anticipating it for quite some time.
As an ardent fan, I can’t help but ponder if the studio might be holding back a big announcement for Resident Evil’s 30th anniversary in 2026. After all, such a milestone deserves a grand celebration, and with the high anticipation surrounding RE9 and its rumored ambitious direction, it wouldn’t be surprising if they were saving something special.
Other possibilities include the announcement of Resident Evil 9 at either Summer Game Fest this year or The Game Awards in December. If it’s unveiled at The Game Awards, it may not be released until 2026 unless Capcom unexpectedly releases it early (which is less likely). However, if Capcom follows their usual pattern, a summer reveal with a release date around the following spring would fit, making this the most reasonable guess at the moment.
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