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Capcom Reveals Plan for When Resident Evil Remakes Catch Up
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“One of the reasons we regard 7 as a turning point for the series is that it was also the title where we began working on this kind of setup,”
via videogameschronicle.com
Our take
Takeuchi's admission that Capcom has been preparing for a 'crossover' since Village suggests the franchise's narrative structure is more deliberate than the 'no master plan' claims made by insider Dusk Golem in June. This strategic pivot aims to maintain the yearly release cadence Kawata described, ensuring the franchise remains financially viable for new IP like Pragmata while bridging the gap between past and present timelines.
Background
Capcom has released new Resident Evil entries like 7, Village, and Requiem alongside remakes of early games like 2, 3, 4, and the upcoming Veronica. It has been reported that remakes of Resident Evil 0 and the first game are in the works, which would leave 5 and 6 as the only mainline games left to work on.
Industry insider AestheticGamer (aka Dusk Golem) reported that Capcom has no current interest in remaking Resident Evil 5 or 6 and does not have a 'master plan' for the franchise. The leaker noted that Capcom operates on 5-year plans and reassesses every few years, rather than planning a long-term narrative restructure.
The timeline
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Insider denied master plan for remakes
According to GamingBolt, industry insider AestheticGamer (aka Dusk Golem) stated that Capcom has no 'master plan' for Resident Evil remakes and is not committed to remaking Resident Evil 5 or 6. The leaker clarified that Capcom operates on 5-year plans and that previous reports of a remake line leading to Requiem were false.[2]
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Producer explained yearly release cadence
According to Metro, Capcom producer Masachika Kawata stated in Game Informer that creating remakes helps Capcom meet the goal of releasing a new Resident Evil title every year. He added that this cycle provides financial resources to create new IP like Pragmata.[3]
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Takeuchi confirmed crossover preparation
VideogamesChronicle reports that Resident Evil executive producer Jun Takeuchi said Capcom has reportedly been preparing for a 'crossover' between the remake and numbered series since around Resident Evil Village. He noted that recent entries like Requiem reportedly included ties to older games, such as the return of Raccoon City, in apparent anticipation of their timelines connecting.[1]
Our read of the evidence
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What happens next
2027: Resident Evil Veronica is scheduled for release in 2027, according to GamingBolt.
December 2027: Resident Evil Requiem's story DLC is eyeing a late 2027 release date, according to AestheticGamer.
Frequently asked
Does Capcom have a plan for when remakes end?
Yes, according to Jun Takeuchi, Capcom has been gradually preparing for a 'crossover' between the remake and numbered series since around Resident Evil Village. He stated that recent games have included ties to older titles in anticipation of this convergence.
Are Resident Evil 5 and 6 remakes confirmed?
No, according to insider AestheticGamer, Capcom has no current plan to remake Resident Evil 5 or 6. The leaker stated that the company is not committed to these remakes and operates on 5-year plans rather than a long-term master plan.
Why is Capcom making so many remakes?
According to Masachika Kawata, remakes help Capcom release a new Resident Evil title every year. He explained that this cycle also provides the financial resources needed to develop new IP like Pragmata.
When is Resident Evil Veronica releasing?
Resident Evil Veronica is set to release in 2027, according to GamingBolt. The game is coming to PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
More related drama (4)
Sources (3)
- videogameschronicle.com, Capcom says it has a plan for when it runs out of Resident Evil remakes, Oct 1, 2026.
- gamingbolt.com, Capcom is Not Following a “Master Plan” For Resident Evil Remakes – Rumor, Jun 23, 2026.
- metro.co.uk, Capcom wants to release Resident Evil games every year with even more remakes, Jul 27, 2026.
Cite this timeline
This timeline compiles 3 dated events from 3 sources. If it helped your reporting, cite it:
GenZHype. “Capcom Reveals Plan for When Resident Evil Remakes Catch Up.”
GenZHype, 1 October 2026,
https://genzhype.com/gaming/capcom-reveals-plan-for-when-resident-evil-remakes-catch-up/.