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Resident Evil Franchise Might Come to an End “In the Next 10 Years”, Says Producer
Capcom executive producer Jun Takeuchi revealed that the Resident Evil franchise has a definitive ending planned within the next 10 years, a concept that began crystallizing during the development of the Resident Evil 2 Remake. While the exact number of future titles remains undisclosed, Takeuchi hinted that multiple games will be released before the conclusion. The franchise has achieved significant success, with Resident Evil Requiem selling over 8.5 million copies and the series surpassing 218 million units sold globally.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 Re-Releases Taught Activision to Lean More on Nostalgia, Says Exec
Activision's chief marketing officer Tyler Bahl stated that the successful re-releases of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 taught the company to lean more into nostalgia. He noted the pent-up demand for playing with friends and how these ports informed future game development, including the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which will conclude the current Modern Warfare series. Activision is also working on a new sub-franchise, aiming for innovation and fresh experiences after the mixed reception of Modern Warfare 3.
Capcom's remake machine is ticking away, only problem is that means revisiting Resident Evil 5 and 6
Capcom executive producer Jun Takeuchi discussed the future of the Resident Evil series, outlining a strategy that balances new numbered titles with remakes of past games. While remakes of Resident Evil 0, Resident Evil, Resident Evil: Revelations, Resident Evil: Revelations 2, Resident Evil 5, and Resident Evil 6 are anticipated, the author expresses concern that revisiting Resident Evil 5 and 6 could be detrimental to the franchise.
Why The Witcher 3 Remastered Could Shape The Witcher 4
The Witcher 3 Remastered is analyzed as a crucial strategic move by CD Projekt Red, setting player expectations for The Witcher 4. By modernizing the beloved base game and integrating it with upcoming content like Songs of the Past, CDPR aims to ensure the sequel can innovate without being solely compared to a thirteen-year-old title.
Mario Kart World isn’t Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’s replacement – here’s why
Nintendo has updated Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with new features, including 8-player split-screen and faster load times on the Nintendo Switch 2, rather than replacing it with Mario Kart World. This indicates Nintendo's strategy to have new entries coexist with evergreen titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, which has sold over 70 million copies. Mario Kart World offers a different experience with improved art style and controls, suggesting a future where major franchises will have multiple distinct titles available.
Star Trek Returns To Theaters With New Faces — And Paramount Has No Backup Plan
Paramount is placing a significant gamble on the future of the Star Trek franchise with a new film featuring entirely new characters, a departure from previous installments that were tied to television series. This movie, penned by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein, is seen as the sole current strategy for the franchise's momentum, with no other TV series confirmed after the conclusion of current shows. The success of this film is crucial, as failure could lead to a prolonged absence of Star Trek content.
Capcom wants to release Resident Evil games every year with even more remakes
Capcom aims to release a new Resident Evil game annually, utilizing remakes to maintain this cadence and fund new intellectual properties like Pragmata. Producer Masachika Kawata stated that remakes are as important as mainline titles and help the team hone their skills. While spin-offs are not a current priority, DLC for titles like Resident Evil Requiem and Resident Evil Veronica are planned.
Capcom wants Resident Evil to be a yearly franchise
Capcom aims to release new Resident Evil content annually, including remakes and substantial DLC. The company has a history of achieving this with its established franchise, balancing new mainline entries with updated versions of older titles.
Resident Evil Is Reportedly Reinventing Side Stories Through DLC, And It Could Change the Series
Industry insider Dusk Golem suggests Capcom is shifting from standalone Resident Evil side stories to larger DLC expansions for mainline titles like Resident Evil Requiem. This strategy aims to test experimental ideas and explore secondary characters, potentially changing the franchise's future direction. While this approach offers flexibility and risk mitigation, it also carries the danger of over-reliance on community feedback and potential stagnation.
New James Bond games will be published by Amazon Games
Amazon Games will publish future James Bond titles, following the success of IO Interactive's self-published "007 First Light." Amazon Games general manager Jeff Gattis confirmed the shift, noting Amazon's ownership of the IP through its MGM acquisition. The company also sees opportunities to integrate future games with other media like films and Prime Video content.
A "new franchise within the God of War universe" is seemingly in development at Santa Monica Studio
Evidence suggests Santa Monica Studio is developing a new franchise within the God of War universe, based on a since-deleted LinkedIn post by a former senior writer. The post detailed contributions to narrative, character development, and lore expansion for the acclaimed IP. This project could potentially be a live-service game or something entirely new, possibly timed with the upcoming Amazon Prime Video God of War series.
