Capcom has subtly teased the long-anticipated Resident Evil 9, sparking excitement among fans. While no official announcements have been made yet, the franchise remains one of Capcom's most successful, making the release of a ninth installment seem inevitable. Alongside Resident Evil 9, rumors suggest that remakes of Resident Evil Zero and Resident Evil Code: Veronica are also in development, with strong fan demand especially for the latter.
The tease came through a video celebrating the Resident Evil 4 remake surpassing 10 million units sold. Toward the end of the video, a sign in the village subtly displays "IX" — the Roman numeral for 9 — when viewed sideways, accompanied by a song lyric hinting at future developments. While it’s possible this could be a coincidence, it is widely believed to be an intentional nod to Resident Evil 9 by Capcom, hinting that official news may be coming soon.
Speculation about Resident Evil 9 includes rumors of an open-world setting and the potential return of iconic characters like Jill Valentine and Leon S. Kennedy, though some reputable sources have disputed those claims. If RE9 represents the next evolution of the series, much like RE4 and RE7 did with their gameplay innovations, Capcom teasing it through the RE4 remake makes sense. Fans are hopeful for a full reveal by the end of the year, eager to see how the franchise will continue to evolve.