Capcom's survival horror juggernaut holds the top spot in the US year-to-date sales chart, with over 7 million copies sold globally since its February launch.
According to the latest market report from industry analyst Circana (formerly NPD Group), Capcom's Resident Evil 9: Requiem continues to dominate the US games market, securing the #1 position in the year-to-date best-seller chart for 2026. The data, shared by renowned analyst Mat Piscatella, confirms what many in the industry already suspected — RE:9 is the undisputed commercial king of 2026 so far.
Since its launch in late February 2026, the game has sold over 7 million copies worldwide, making it the fastest-selling title in Capcom's history and the strongest debut in the Resident Evil franchise's three-decade legacy. In the month of April alone, RE:9 comfortably retained its monthly sales crown, fending off strong competition from new releases including the open-world action title Crimson Desert.
The April charts also revealed a surprising dark horse: Capcom's long-delayed sci-fi title Pragmata, a brand-new IP with no established fanbase, managed to claim the #2 spot for April — an impressive feat that speaks to Capcom's current hot streak and exceptional marketing execution. Meanwhile, Crimson Desert sits at a respectable 5+ million units globally despite receiving mixed critical reviews at launch.
RE:9 Requiem's sustained success can be attributed to several factors: a compelling narrative and gameplay structure that respects classic Resident Evil survival horror while introducing fresh mechanics; strong word-of-mouth from both critics and players; and consistent post-launch support from Capcom, including the surprise Leon Kennedy mode free update and ongoing DLC development.
Recent data mining of game files has also revealed potential DLC content featuring an older Ada Wong, suggesting that Capcom's post-launch plans for RE:9 are far from complete. With the title already generating momentum toward the 10-million sales milestone, it's increasingly likely that RE:9 will go down as the best-selling Resident Evil game in the franchise's history.
For players who haven't yet experienced Capcom's latest survival horror masterpiece, our comprehensive RE:9 walkthrough guide covers the full campaign, collectibles, and boss strategies to help you survive the Requiem.