Leaker Claims Resident Evil Code Veronica & Zero Remakes Coming 2027 & 2028
▼ Summary
– CAPCOM has successfully managed its Resident Evil franchise by alternating highly requested remakes of classic titles with new mainline entries.
– The remakes of Resident Evil 2 and 3 were major commercial successes, with RE2 becoming the best-selling game in the franchise.
– New entries like Resident Evil Village and the recent Resident Evil 4 remake have also achieved significant critical and sales success.
– The next mainline game, Resident Evil Requiem, is launching soon and will feature Leon Kennedy as a playable character alongside Grace.
– Reliable leaks indicate CAPCOM is developing remakes of Resident Evil Code Veronica and Resident Evil Zero, planned for release in 2027 and 2028 respectively.
The Resident Evil franchise continues to be a powerhouse for Capcom, with a proven strategy of alternating new mainline entries with highly anticipated remakes of classic titles. This approach has delivered consistent commercial and critical success, building immense anticipation for what comes next after the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem. According to a prominent industry leaker, the next projects on the docket are remakes of Resident Evil Code Veronica and Resident Evil Zero, reportedly slated for 2027 and 2028, respectively.
Capcom’s recent track record with remakes is formidable. The 2019 remake of Resident Evil 2 was a landmark success, achieving universal acclaim and becoming the best-selling game in the entire franchise with over 16 million units sold. While the subsequent Resident Evil 3 remake faced some criticism for its shorter length, it still performed exceptionally well, recently joining Capcom’s top ten best-sellers list. The 2023 remake of Resident Evil 4 replicated the success of the RE2 remake, breaking series sales records and demonstrating the enduring appeal of these revitalized classics. This pattern of releasing remakes in close succession, as seen with RE2 and RE3, appears to be the model Capcom intends to follow again.
With the imminent launch of Resident Evil Requiem this fall, fan speculation has naturally turned to the next classic games in line for a modern overhaul. For years, the community has loudly petitioned for a remake of Resident Evil Code Veronica, a title originally released for the Sega Dreamcast. The game’s narrative bridges the events of Resident Evil 2 and 3, following Claire and Chris Redfield to a remote prison island and an Antarctic research facility. Leaker Dusk Golem, who accurately predicted Leon Kennedy’s role in Requiem, now claims that a Code Veronica remake is targeting a 2027 release, with an announcement expected next year.
The same source suggests a remake of Resident Evil Zero is also in active development. As a prequel to the very first game, Zero explores the origins of the outbreak through the intertwined story of S.T.A.R.S. officer Rebecca Chambers and convict Billy Coen. This title is reportedly planned for a 2028 launch, which would continue Capcom’s strategy of rapid-fire remake releases. The leaker’s information was partially corroborated by IGN last year, adding a layer of credibility to these claims.
While official confirmation from Capcom is still pending, the studio has previously hinted at considering a Code Veronica remake if the opportunity arose. Given the overwhelming commercial success of the recent remake trilogy, the financial incentive to continue this profitable pipeline is clear. Fans now eagerly await to see which iconic survival horror experience will be reborn next with modern graphics, refined gameplay, and expanded narratives.
(Source: wccftech)
