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Weapons star has the night from hell in first trailer for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie
The 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 teaser
Director 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 series
Masato 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 arrival
Capcom 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 Corner
Capcom 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 antågande
Capcom 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 Mercenaries
Resident 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: Requiem
Capcom 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 sales
Capcom 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 2026
Capcom 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 & More
Content 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 flat
An 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.
7 miljoner har betalat för att bli skrämda av Resident Evil Requiem
Capcom'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 year
Resident 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 Months
Capcom'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 celebrate
Capcom'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 – Grace
This 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 movie
Nick 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.
