resident evil Now it's officially celebrated its 30th anniversary, and executive producer Jun Takeuchi is celebrating with a heartfelt message to the fans who made this milestone possible in the first place. that resident evil The franchise is one of the most notable horror series in gaming, and the fact that it's been going strong for 30 years is certainly a feat worth celebrating.
Although 2026 is only three months away, this year has already proven to be a big year for business. resident evil franchise. Resident Evil Requiem Released at the end of February, it immediately set a series sales record. until now, Resident Evil RequiemSales of are estimated to be around 6 million copies, and that number is likely to increase as the years go by. These strong numbers are a great way to celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary, and Capcom seems excited about the future of the series.
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Resident Evil's executive producer thanks all fans who have enjoyed the series over the years
Executive producer Jun Takeuchi sent a message on Twitter via Capcom Europe's account. resident evilThe 30th anniversary was officially March 22, and it was clear that Takeuchi was filled with gratitude for achieving such a big goal. His message is about success. Resident Evil RequiemNoting how this game is a huge full-circle moment for not only Leon Kennedy, but the series as a whole. Takeuchi's words celebrated how the series is bringing everything back to Raccoon City for the first time in 28 years, combining staple horror and action gameplay into one experience. He also definitely mentioned Resident Evil's RequiemThese are very impressive sales figures.
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Jun Takeuchi comments on the future of Resident Evil
later Resident Evil RequiemAfter the ending of , many players wondered what was next for the series. Takeuchi has not disclosed any information about this. resident evilThere are no future plans, but he reassured fans that the team behind the franchise plans to provide players with more games in the future.
Takeuchi was vaguely cautious about the future. resident evil game, but fans have at least recently received confirmation that a future project is in the works. Requiem Director Koshi Nakanishi stated earlier this month: Resident Evil Requiem DLC is officially in the works. There's no firm release date for the expansion yet, but hopefully it will tie up a lot of the loose ends left behind at the end of the expansion. Requiem. We can't know for sure, but the game's finale felt like it was teasing a DLC story or a 10th mainline game. Fans have been wanting characters like Claire Redfield and Jill Valentine to return, so hopes are already growing that one or both of them will appear next.
“Our team will continue to work hard to provide even more great experiences for all of you. We would be honored if you would continue to join us on that journey.”
now, future resident evil It's incredibly mysterious. But one thing is for sure: 30 years is a long time for a game franchise to be successful. There aren't many games where you can experience this kind of longevity. From mainline entries to spinoffs, Capcom continues to dive into: resident evilA fascinating world full of terrifying bioweapon experiments and shady companies. There have also been many leaks and rumors about the upcoming game. According to a recent leak Resident Evil Code: Veronica and resident evil zero A remake is in the works, but these bold claims are skeptical. Capcom's plans will become clearer over time. Until then, resident evil Fans can celebrate the horror franchise's impressive achievements with one of the following: Resident Evil RequiemHear the horror stories of or revisit one of your favorite series entries.
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February 27, 2026
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Adults 17+ / Intense violence, blood and gore, strong language, in-game purchases