Resident Evil is one of the most famous series of video games. With a legion of fans around the world, any news about a new title generates a wave of speculation. Now Resident Evil 9 is at the center of attention, even without an official Capcom .
- Resident Evil 9 can rescue psychological and mechanical terror of RE7
- Resident Evil 9 should be postponed to 2026
In recent months, several rumors have emerged, suggesting possible protagonists, setting and even a new villain. Will we finally see Leon S. Kennedy and Jill Valentine together in a new mission? Will the game have an open world? And what will be the next biological threat? Check out everything we already know about the long -awaited Resident Evil 9!
Leon and Jill back? Who will be Resident Evil 9 protagonists?
One of the most talked about rumors indicates that Leon S. Kennedy and Jill Valentine will be the main protagonists. So if this is true, it will be the first time the two will share the protagonism into a franchise game.
Leon has not starred in an unprecedented title since Resident Evil 6 (2012), while Jill has not had a central participation since Resident Evil 5 (2009). The return of these iconic characters would be a gift for fans, especially considering that the latest games focused on Ethan Winters.
In addition to them, Chris Redfield and Barry Burton are speculated to appear in the plot, supporting the protagonists. However, their participation would be secondary, serving more to expand the narrative.
What will be the story of the game?
Since Resident Evil 7, Capcom has brought a darker and more terrifying approach to the franchise. However, Resident Evil 9 may be the final chapter of this new phase, ending the plot started in the seventh game.
Rumors suggest that the story will be linked to the organization that created Eveline, the Resident Evil 7 biological weapon. Now, this group would be producing mass clones of the character, representing a global threat.
The great villain of the time would be a mysterious antagonist named Mr. Simon, responsible for coordinating the new organization and its biological research. On the other hand, it is not yet known if he will be an unprecedented character or someone already known in the franchise.
Setting: Resident Evil 9 can bring a more open map
Each game in the series takes players to a new scenario, and with Resident Evil 9 will be no different. Low information indicates that the game will be set in a fictitious rural city on a Singapore -inspired Southeast Island.
In addition to the main city, players will be able to explore various terrifying environments, such as:
- Abandoned Forests
- Dark and claustrophobic caves
- Sinister laboratories
- A mysterious temple
- A biological weapon factory
In addition, another big news may be the implementation of open world elements. Capcom has already shown interest in this mechanics with Dragon's Dogma 2, and the game is rumored to have wider and more exploitable areas, fleeing the classic franchise linearity.
The biggest investment in the history of the franchise
Capcom traditionally launches two great AAA games a year, but Resident Evil 9 can break this pattern. According to rumors, the game has the franchise's largest budget, even surpassing Resident Evil Village.
Development would have started in 2018, becoming the title with the largest production cycle in the series. Therefore, this reinforces the idea that Capcom is preparing something really ambitious for fans.
Resident Evil 9 Will be the biggest game in the saga?
With so many rumors circulating, the game promises to be one of the biggest and most ambitious franchise games. Thus, the possibility of bringing known characters, a story connected to the last games and a more open gameplay puts Capcom in a challenging position.
If the leaks are correct, the new game can mark the triumphant return of Jill Valentine and Leon Kennedy. In addition, it can consolidate the franchise as one of the biggest names in terror in games. Now, it remains to wait for the official announcement to find out what is really coming!
