Resident Evil 9 may be closer than fans imagine. Insider Dusk Golem, known for anticipating Capcom releases, said Capcom should reveal the title later this year and launch it in early 2026. The launch is expected to take place until the end of the current fiscal year, which ends in March next year.
The information came up in a publication on the social network X, where the user, also called Aestheticgamer, said the announcement can occur at important game events such as Summer Game Fest, Gamescom or The Game Awards.
Resident Evil 9 must have a well -known Irection and unprecedented scenario
Dusk Golem stated that Koshi Nakanishi, director of Resident Evil VII, will run the new franchise game, which scored a turn by adopting the first -person perspective. The ninth title is expected to bring equally striking transformations to the franchise.
Among the rumors pointed out is the possibility of an open world format, with nonlinear progression, something unprecedented in Resident Evil. This change can represent a new way of exploring narrative and environments, expanding the player's freedom.
The game should also take place in a rural region in Southeast Asia, with visual inspiration in Singapore. The scenario refers to the style adopted in Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil Village, but with unprecedented ambiance, which can renew the already characteristic horror climate of the series.
Most famous characters back in Resident Evil 9
Another point that caught the eye was the possible return of two classic characters: Leon S. Kennedy and Jill Valentine. If confirmed, the two would once again star in a plot of horror and survival that marked generations of players.
The choice reinforces Capcom's strategy to balance innovation and nostalgia, betting on consecrated names to conduct the new narrative. The participation of such popular characters can contribute to attracting both old and new audiences.
With the promise of unprecedented ambiance and reformulated gameplay, Resident Evil 9 can represent another turning point in the history of the franchise. Although the information has not yet been made official by Capcom, the source has a history of relevant hits in the past.
Expectation for the official announcement
However, even without confirmation from the developer, the expectation revolves around an ad in the coming months. With three major game events scheduled for this year, the mystery can be undone soon.
The announcement date, according to Dusk Golem, is still undefined, but it is practically certain that the revelation occurs in 2025. The release must even be 2026, within or outside of the current fiscal year of the Japanese company.
The Resident Evil series follows one of the most influential of the Survival Horror genre. Thus, with each new game, Capcom revisits its origins and tests new formulas, maintaining the public interest active for decades.
If forecasts are confirmed, Resident Evil 9 may be one of the most anticipated releases of the coming years, further consolidating the franchise's weight in the global gaming scenario.
