Resident Evil Village
News, coverage and analysis tracking Resident Evil Village across the outlets.- 7 miljoner har betalat för att bli skrämda av Resident Evil RequiemCapcom's Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed 7 million sales since its release two months ago, marking a record pace for the series. This follows strong sales for Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village, suggesting continued commercial success for the latest installment.
Games Inbox: Which is better out of Pragmata and Saros?Readers debate the merits of new sci-fi third-person shooters Pragmata and Saros, with one reader expressing difficulty choosing between them due to simultaneous release and cost. Other topics include the potential impact of Grand Theft Auto 6, the value of Vampire Survivors, Microsoft's Xbox strategy, and recommendations for games similar to Mad Max.
Resident Evil Requiem has sold 7 million copies in 2 months—a milestone that took the RE4 remake a yearResident Evil Requiem has achieved a significant sales milestone, selling over 7 million copies in under two months, making it the fastest-selling game in the series to date. This performance surpasses the Resident Evil 4 remake, which took a year to reach a similar sales figure. Industry analyst Mat Piscatella noted that Requiem now ranks among the top 5 best-selling Resident Evil games in all-time US dollar sales.
Resident Evil Requiem Hits 7 Million Sales in Just Two MonthsCapcom's Resident Evil Requiem has achieved 7 million sales within two months of its release, making it one of the top 5 best-selling games in the franchise by US dollar sales. The game's success is attributed to solid gameplay and smart design, contributing to hardware sales for platforms like the Nintendo Switch 2. The strong community engagement, including PlayStation photo contests, indicates significant player investment in the game's world and characters.
Looks like Resident Evil Requiem, already the fastest-selling game in the series, has smashed another milestone, and Leon's all caked up to celebrateCapcom's Resident Evil 4 has surpassed 7 million units sold, making it the fastest-selling game in the series' history. Director Koshi Nakaishi shared images of the team celebrating the milestone, which follows the game previously reaching 6 million sales in March. This success places it ahead of previous entries like Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village in terms of sales velocity.
Share of the Week: Resident Evil Requiem – GraceThis week's "Share of the Week" highlights fan-submitted portraits of the character Grace from Resident Evil Village and its Winters' Expansion, captured using the game's Photo Mode. Submissions were shared using #PSshare and #PSBlog on PlayStation platforms. The next theme will focus on "Cozy" games.
Resident Evil Requiem's Leon actor may have been "let down" by past Resident Evil movies, but he's fully behind director Zach Cregger for his 2026 movieNick Apostolides, the voice actor for Leon S. Kennedy in the Resident Evil games, expressed cautious optimism about Zach Cregger's upcoming Resident Evil movie. Despite past disappointments with the franchise's film adaptations, Apostolides believes Cregger, a known fan who has played Resident Evil Village twice, will deliver a strong interpretation for the 2026 film.- Control got ported to iPhone, and it’s so good I think it heralds a new era of mobile gamingRemedy Entertainment's Control: Ultimate Edition has been successfully ported to iPhone and iPad, offering a full AAA experience with impressive performance and even ray tracing support for $4.99. This port, requiring an iPhone 15 Pro or newer, suggests a new era for mobile gaming, potentially positioning iPhones alongside traditional consoles and PCs as viable gaming platforms.
After Just Two Months, Resident Evil Requiem Is One Of The Best-Selling RE Games Ever In The USResident Evil Requiem has achieved significant sales success in the US, ranking among the top five best-selling Resident Evil titles in dollar sales after only two months. The game has sold over 6 million copies worldwide and is currently the best-selling game of 2026 in the US. Capcom's overall Resident Evil sales are nearing 190 million units.
Resident Evil Requiem List of Top 5 Best Selling Resident Evil Games in the USResident Evil Requiem has achieved significant sales success in the US, ranking among the top 5 best-selling titles in the franchise. Released in February for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, the game has sold over 6 million copies and set a new franchise record for peak concurrent players on Steam. Its strong performance has made it the best-selling game of the year so far in the US, surpassing previous entries like Resident Evil 4 Remake and Resident Evil Village.
Dead by Daylight studio Behaviour Interactive confirms redundanciesBehaviour Interactive, the studio behind Dead by Daylight, has confirmed a new round of redundancies due to a decline in demand for mobile and casual external development projects. The company stated that these decisions are difficult and expressed gratitude for the contributions of the affected employees. The article also reports on a significant increase in US consumer spending on video games in March 2026, driven by strong hardware sales, particularly for the Nintendo Switch 2.
After just 2 months, Resident Evil Requiem is already one of the top 5 best-selling games in US series historyResident Evil Requiem has achieved significant sales success in the US, becoming one of the top five best-selling games in the franchise's history within just two months of its release. According to Mat Piscatella of Circana, the game trails only Resident Evil 5, Resident Evil 4 (2023), Resident Evil Village, and the original Resident Evil 4 in all-time US dollar sales.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales beat Sony's PS5 thanks to Pokémon PokopiaThe Nintendo Switch 2 reclaimed the top spot in US console sales for March 2026, driven by the release of Pokémon Pokopia. This marks a significant turnaround after the PlayStation 5 outsold the Switch 2 in the preceding months. Despite earlier concerns about Western sales momentum, the Switch 2's year-to-date performance remains strong, with hardware spending seeing a substantial year-over-year increase.
Resident Evil Requiem Gets New Mercenaries Mode Next Month, Datamine SuggestsDatamining suggests that Capcom may be planning to release The Mercenaries mode for Resident Evil Village next month. While the developer has not officially announced new content, leaked audio files point to the return of the popular wave-based survival mode. Players are discussing the potential implications of this content being paid DLC.- Pragmata säljer 1 miljon på bara två dagarCapcom's new title, Pragmata, has achieved 1 million sales within its first two days of release across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. While Capcom has many titles that have sold over a million units, this rapid sales figure for a new IP is notable. The game is a survival title set on a moon base where players battle a hostile AI with the help of a hacker android.
Pragmata Is Exactly Why AAA Games Don’t Need To Drag OnThe game Pragmata, developed by Capcom, demonstrates that AAA titles do not need excessive length to be enjoyable, with some reviewers completing it in as little as eight hours. Despite its shorter runtime, the game focuses on quality gameplay, story, and presentation, offering an innovative third-person shooter experience at a $60 price point, even on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Resident Evil Requiem Datamined Tracks Could Hint at the Return of MercenariesDatamined audio tracks for Resident Evil Requiem suggest the potential return of the fan-favorite Mercenaries Mode. While Capcom has not officially confirmed its inclusion, the tracks, which are not present in the base game, hint at an action-focused mode with a ticking timer mechanic. Mercenaries Mode has previously appeared in Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4 Remake.
Resident Evil Requiem dataminer finds best clue yet that a Mercenaries mode could be on the wayA dataminer has discovered unused music files within Resident Evil Village that suggest a Mercenaries mode could be in development. The findings were shared on X/Twitter, with some tracks featuring countdown sounds reminiscent of the arcade-style minigame. Director Koshi Nakanishi previously hinted at a new story expansion, and executive producer Jun Takeuchi promised more experiences for the Resident Evil series.
The death of video game VR is a crying shame - Reader’s FeatureA reader laments the apparent decline of virtual reality gaming, citing the limited support for PlayStation VR2 and the closure of Meta's VR developers as evidence. Despite initial excitement and impressive experiences like Resident Evil Village VR, the high cost of headsets and the isolating nature of VR are seen as major barriers to its widespread adoption.- ARC Raiders takes another step on its roadmap with an exotic offering, but it may not be enough to get back to old highsEmbark Studios is releasing a new map called Riven Tides for their extraction shooter ARC Raiders on April 28, alongside a content update featuring new cosmetics. The update aims to revitalize the game, which has seen a significant decline in player count due to a lack of new content. The Riven Tides map will feature a tropical setting with various environments, contrasting with the game's usual post-apocalyptic aesthetic.