Resident Evil Village
News, coverage and analysis tracking Resident Evil Village across the outlets.- Almost Every PSVR2 Game Reviewed (Part Eighteen / Letter R) - The AmigaGuru Gamer BlogThis article reviews a selection of games for the PlayStation VR2, covering titles from Racket Fury to Rush: Apex Edition. The reviews focus on gameplay, jank, and overall fun, providing recommendations for each title.
- Resident Evil Requiem free minigame out now - but it’s not The MercenariesCapcom has released a free DLC for Resident Evil Village titled 'Leon Must Die Forever,' a minigame inspired by 'Ethan Must Die' from Resident Evil 7. This new mode is accessible after completing the main story and offers a roguelike experience with randomized perks and buffs. While not the fan-favorite 'The Mercenaries' mode, its inclusion suggests future free minigames may be added.
- (For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: April 2026’s top downloadsSony has released the top downloaded games for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2 in Southeast Asia for April 2026. Pragmata led the PS5 charts in Asia, while Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and NTE: Neverness to Everness debuted on the PS VR2 and free-to-play charts respectively.
- Japanese Devs Think It May Be Impossible for Them to Make a Game Like NTE on PS5Japanese game developers are reportedly finding it impossible to replicate the success of Chinese-developed open-world gacha games like NTE on PlayStation 5. This is attributed to factors such as massive resource requirements, stricter employment laws, and a cultural difference in game design philosophy, with Japan traditionally focusing on finished, one-time purchase titles.
- What We Played – Tides of Tomorrow, TerraTech Legion & Adorable AdventuresSeveral individuals share their recent gaming experiences, including Overwatch, Alien: Rogue Incursion, TerraTech Legion, Final Fantasy VII Remake Integrade, and Hitman 3's Freelancer Mode. Other titles mentioned include Adorable Adventures, Moomintroll Winter's Warmth, Tides of Tomorrow, Ghost Master, Starfield, and various games on the AYN Thor handheld like .hack//Infection and Super Alloy Crush.
- Resident Evil Movie Director Reveals The Scariest Scene In The Series That Made Him "Nope Out"Director Zach Cregger revealed that a scene in Resident Evil Village involving a giant baby in VR was the scariest in the series for him, causing him to take a break. Cregger's upcoming Resident Evil movie, set to release on September 18, is inspired by the games but does not adapt any specific game story, instead following a courier character through escalating events.
- The Resident Evil Movie Doesn't "Look Like RE," But Neither Do Some Of The GamesThe upcoming Resident Evil movie adaptation by Zach Cregger deviates significantly from the game's established lore and characters, a departure that mirrors how some of the most celebrated games in the franchise, like Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, also reinvented the series. While some fans are concerned about the film's lack of overt connections to the games, the article argues that Resident Evil's strength lies in its atmosphere and gameplay, which Cregger's film aims to capture through its own interpretation.
- Weapons star has the night from hell in first trailer for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movieThe first trailer for Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie has been released, showcasing an original story and characters set in Raccoon City. The film, directed by Cregger, stars Austin Abrams as a medical courier caught in a night of survival horror. The movie is set to arrive in theaters on September 18.
- Resident Evil Q&A: Director Zach Cregger shares inspirations and a new film teaserDirector Zach Cregger discusses his inspirations for the new Resident Evil film, drawing heavily from Resident Evil 2 and Village's survival horror mechanics and intense scares. The film aims to tell an original story within the Resident Evil universe, focusing on a character's journey through Raccoon City during the T-virus outbreak, and will feature numerous easter eggs for fans. The movie is set to release on September 18.
- Resident Evil Requiem on Nintendo Switch 2 helped attract new audience to the seriesMasato Kumazawa, producer of Resident Evil Requiem, believes the Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game, alongside Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village on the platform, attracted a new audience to the series. He highlighted the advantage of a portable format for players without a PlayStation 5 or high-performance PC, noting that many new players started with Resident Evil 7 and progressed to Requiem.
- Resident Evil 9's director reveals there was a 'phantom Chapter 2' that was cut 'in the process of…Resident Evil Village director Akifumi Nakanishi revealed that a 'phantom Chapter 2' was cut during development, which would have bridged the gap between the initial annex section and the main building. Nakanishi explained that such cuts are common during the iterative process of game development, where entire chapters can be removed to improve the overall structure and pacing of the final product.
- ‘Sharpen your tomahawk’: Resident Evil Requiem devs tease imminent Mercenaries mode arrivalCapcom developers are teasing the imminent arrival of Mercenaries mode for Resident Evil Village, a beloved mini-game featuring timed challenges and character-specific combat. Director Akifumi Nakanishi and producer Masato Kumazawa hinted that the content, unlocked after clearing the main story, could arrive within weeks, potentially after Japan's Golden Week holiday.
- Resident Evil Requiem's 'Minigame' Update May Be Just Around The CornerCapcom director Koshi Nakanishi and producer Masato Kumazawa have confirmed that Resident Evil Village will receive a minigame and story expansion as post-launch DLC. The minigame, which will be unlocked after completing the main campaign, is expected to launch after Japan's Golden Week holiday and will be based on the game's existing combat.
- Dags att du klarar Resident Evil Requiem, tycker producent – DLC är i antågandeCapcom producer Masato Kumazawa has stated that a free DLC for Resident Evil Village is planned, requiring players to have completed the main game. Director Koshi Nakanishi also confirmed that a story-focused DLC is in full production. The game has sold seven million units worldwide.
- Resident Evil Requiem director teases more "rampaging" in the game's upcoming mini game DLC, and it sure sounds like we're getting MercenariesResident Evil Village director Koshi Nakanishi has teased details about an upcoming free mini-game DLC set to release in May. Nakanishi confirmed it will be a single-player experience focused on combat, strongly suggesting it will be the return of the Mercenaries mode.
- Capcom raises FY25 outlook following boost from Resident Evil: RequiemCapcom has raised its fiscal year 2025 earnings forecast, expecting net sales of ¥195.3 billion and net income of ¥54.5 billion. This upward revision is attributed to stronger-than-expected performance from Resident Evil: Requiem, which has also boosted sales of earlier titles in the series like Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil Village.
- Capcom increases FY 2025 sales and profit forecast on strong Resident Evil Requiem salesCapcom has increased its sales and profit forecast for fiscal year 2025, citing strong sales performance from its recent titles, including Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4. The company's revised outlook reflects continued success in the video game market.
- Resident Evil Requiem’s Success Causes Capcom to Raise its Earnings Forecast for FY 2026Capcom has raised its earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, citing the significant success of Resident Evil Requiem. The company now expects higher net sales and operating profits, driven by strong performance of the new title and increased sales of catalog games. Resident Evil Requiem has achieved 7 million copies sold since its February release across multiple platforms.
- Kelsi Davies Interview – Psychic/Clairvoyant Talks Haunt Escape, Disneyland & MoreContent creator and clairvoyant Kelsi Davies discusses her spiritual journey, paranormal investigations, and her involvement with the game Haunt Escape developed by Hibby Games. Davies shares insights from her experiences at haunted locations like the Whaley House and Bracken Fern Manor, her thoughts on the supernatural at Disneyland, and her passion for gaming, citing titles like Resident Evil and Dishonored as inspirations.
- After an hour with Directive 8020, I worry the latest Dark Pictures game feels a little flatAn early look at Supermassive Games' Directive 8020 reveals a shift towards survival horror with new stealth-action elements, though these sequences currently feel unconvincing and lack tension. While the game retains its interactive drama roots and cinematic presentation, the new gameplay mechanics and enemy design in the previewed section are a cause for concern, potentially making the game feel flat.