During yesterday’s Capcom Next showcase, fans were surprised to receive more Resident Evil updates than initially expected, alongside revelations about the newly launched Useless Rising Deluxe Remaster. Recent additions to the collection have officially been confirmed for enhancement, with the esteemed director of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard at the helm, bringing their expertise to the project.
The resurgence of Resident Evil between its PC port and unique release has sparked enthusiasm among fans of the survival horror series, which typically revolves around avoiding deadly threats and, yes, even alluring vampire-like creatures that pose a tantalizing risk to one’s well-being.
During the showcase, Resident Evil 7 director Koshi Nakanishi’s eyes lit up as he announced, “We’re creating a brand-new Resident Evil game,” amidst a seamless transition from a breathtaking sunset to his enthusiastic expression.
The creator reflected candidly on the creative process behind Resident Evil 8, stating that “after [Resident Evil] 7, determining the next step was indeed a challenge; yet, I found my way and must admit, the outcome felt substantial.” I’m eager to hear when that day arrives?
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While fans may have expected more direct dialogue hints about future Resident Evil games from Nakanishi’s conclusion, the director instead offered insight into his philosophical approach to Resident Evil 7, a game that has sold 13 million copies since its release in 2017. Initially, the sport’s direction departed from its original concept, with the director acknowledging that it veered off-course, driven by an emphasis on fast-paced action gameplay, a move that sparked widespread criticism from fans.
The overwhelming sentiment among fans of the series is that a Resident Evil game should leave players thoroughly unsettled and on edge. The starting point for Resident Evil 7 was this eerie setting, according to the game’s developers. While details about the upcoming Resident Evil game remain scarce for now, its intent to make you want to hide in a closet appears a plausible prediction.
Beyond heart-pumping frights, we yearn to witness the evolution of Leon S. Kennedy’s character as he grapples with the weight of his past and the moral ambiguities that come with fighting against Umbrella’s sinister forces. Tell us beneath!
