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Resident Evil 4 made Capcom another $560 million and became the best-selling remake of the generation, analyst says, more than tripling sales of Oblivion Remastered and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Resident Evil 4 has reportedly generated a further $560 million for Capcom and become the generation’s best-selling video-game remake, according to an analyst. The claim highlights the commercial strength of Capcom’s remake strategy and the enduring appeal of the Resident Evil series.
The analyst said Resident Evil 4’s sales were more than three times those of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. The figures appear to be analyst estimates rather than confirmed sales data from the publishers, so the comparisons should be treated accordingly.
In short
- Resident Evil 4 reportedly earned Capcom another $560 million.
- It is claimed to be the generation’s best-selling remake.
- Estimated sales reportedly surpassed two major rivals threefold.
Explained simply
Resident Evil is a long-running horror video game franchise first launched by Capcom in the 1990s. Resident Evil 4, one of the series' most successful instalments from 2005, has now been remade with modern graphics and updated gameplay.
According to an industry analyst, the remake has generated over $560 million in revenue for Capcom. It has outsold other major game remakes from recent years, including versions of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and Final Fantasy VII, with sales reportedly several times higher.
Remakes of classic games have become an increasingly significant part of the video game industry's output. The commercial success of Resident Evil 4 reflects strong demand for updated versions of established titles.