In a landmark investor briefing, Capcom lays out the future of survival horror with remakes, new entries, and multimedia expansions.
Capcom has officially unveiled its 5-year strategic roadmap for the Resident Evil franchise, and it's packed with revelations that will excite long-time fans. The highlight: a full remake of Resident Evil: Code Veronica is officially in development and slated for a 2027 release.
During the investor briefing held earlier today, Capcom's leadership presented a comprehensive plan that stretches through 2031, covering mainline entries, remakes, remasters, and multimedia adaptations. The roadmap is the clearest sign yet that Capcom views Resident Evil not just as a game series, but as a permanent entertainment pillar on par with Marvel or Star Wars.
Code Veronica Remake (2027)
Perhaps the most exciting announcement for veteran fans is the confirmation of the Code Veronica remake. Long considered the "lost child" of the classic Resident Evil era, Code Veronica bridges the gap between the Raccoon City incident and the events of later games. The remake is said to be built on Capcom's proprietary RE Engine and will feature the over-the-shoulder perspective established by the RE2 and RE4 remakes, while preserving the original's ambitious story involving Claire Redfield, Steve Burnside, and the villainous Alfred Ashford.
Resident Evil 10 (2029-2030)
The roadmap confirms that RE:10 is in early concept development, targeting a 2029-2030 release window. While details remain scarce, Capcom hinted that the next mainline entry will serve as a "narrative culmination" of the stories initiated in RE7 and continued through RE:9 Requiem. Fan-favorite characters Ethan Winters, Jill Valentine, and Leon Kennedy are all expected to play significant roles.
RE:9 Requiem DLC Pipeline (2026-2027)
Before looking too far ahead, Capcom confirmed substantial post-launch support for RE:9 Requiem. The June update bringing New Game+ and Mercenaries mode is just the beginning. A major story DLC expanding Grace Serena's origins is planned for early 2027, along with additional Mercenaries stages featuring classic characters.
Multimedia Expansion
Capcom also teased a Netflix animated series set between RE:9 and RE:10, as well as a live-action film reboot currently in early development with a major Hollywood studio. The goal appears to be building a cohesive Resident Evil universe across games, television, and film — much like the MCU model.
With RE:9 Requiem already surpassing 8 million copies sold and critical acclaim at an all-time high, the future of survival horror has never looked brighter. We'll be covering every announcement as more details emerge.