Resident Evil 1 Remake Delayed: Fans Might Wait Two Remake Cycles

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Summary

  • A Resident Evil 1 remake is currently not in the works at Capcom, according to an insider.
  • The rumored remakes of Resident Evil 0 and Code: Veronica are possibly coming first.
  • Two years have passed since the RE4 remake’s release, so a new game may be revealed soon.

A considerable number of fans eagerly anticipate a complete overhaul remake of the original Resident Evil game, similar to RE2’s style, but reportedly, it might be some time before this dream materializes. Since the launch of the Resident Evil 2 remake in 2019, the series has essentially divided into two branches. The publisher and developer Capcom have been releasing remakes concurrently with the ongoing first-person mainline series. Both sides of the new Resident Evil spectrum have performed well, but it’s the remakes, particularly RE2 and RE4, that have received rave reviews from critics.

As a devoted fan, I’ve been eagerly following the whispers surrounding the future of Resident Evil. The long-rumored successor to Resident Evil Revelations, rumored to be Rebecca Chambers-led and initially titled Resident Evil Outrage for Nintendo Switch, was apparently scrapped back in 2022.

Moreover, there’s a whirlwind of speculation about Resident Evil 9, the next major mainline installment that was originally believed to be open-world. The chatter also hints at possible remakes for Resident Evil Code: Veronica and Resident Evil 0 in the near future.

Interestingly enough, after the release of the RE4 remake a couple of years ago, there were murmurs about a remake of Resident Evil 5, but those rumors fizzled out rather quickly, with talks shifting back to Code: Veronica and RE0 instead.

A reliable and esteemed source within the Resident Evil community has shared some less-than-ideal news for fans eagerly anticipating a remake of Resident Evil 1. On Twitter, Dusk Golem stated that at present, Capcom isn’t developing a remake of the original Resident Evil game. However, he added that while it may not be happening immediately, there’s still a chance for a remake in the future – but not until after the speculated remakes of Code: Veronica and Resident Evil 0 have been released first.

RE1 Remake May Not Come Until After Rumored Code: Veronica and RE0 Remakes

It might take about two game remake iterations before we see the remake of Resident Evil 1, but keep in mind that Capcom has been swiftly releasing their remakes compared to the main series games. The Resident Evil 3 remake was released only a year after Resident Evil 2, although some believe it was initially planned as DLC for RE2. However, the development cycles of Code: Veronica and RE0 remakes might be shorter, but given how intricate and detailed these Resident Evil remakes are, it’s unlikely. Resident Evil 1 is one of the most frequently demanded remakes in the franchise, so it’s reasonable to expect Capcom will eventually work on it; it seems like a question of when rather than if.

As a die-hard Resident Evil fan, I can’t help but feel a sense of excitement brewing since it’s been more than two years since we last saw Resident Evil 4. With Capcom seemingly gearing up for an announcement, whether it’s a remake or the long-awaited Resident Evil 9, the anticipation is palpable! Rumors are swirling that Capcom might be making a splash next month at either Summer Game Fest, Xbox’s showcase, or even the rumored PlayStation event. So, fellow Resident Evil enthusiasts, let’s keep our eyes glued to the screen in the coming weeks for any updates on this horror franchise we all love!

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2025-05-23 23:45