Resident Evil Requiem Sets Record as Fastest-Selling Capcom Game with 7 Million Copies Sold

April 24, 2026
Resident Evil Requiem Sets Record as Fastest-Selling Capcom Game with 7 Million Copies Sold
  • There is speculation about a potential Ada Wong cameo in upcoming DLC based on insider leaks.

  • Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed 7 million copies sold, cementing its status as the fastest-selling Capcom title in the series.

  • Capcom announced the milestone after a one-million-increase from mid-April, with the total reaching seven million as of late April.

  • The seven-million achievement was celebrated by director Koshi Nakanishi and staff, including two themed cakes and a guest appearance by Geoff Keighley.

  • Celebration imagery showed cakes modeled after Leon S. Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft, decorated with symbols like Leon’s pistol and hat and a zombie hand motif for Grace.

  • Initial sales were strong, with six million units sold by March and seven million by April 24, reflecting sustained demand since launch.

  • The Mercenaries mode is expected to include escalating zombie hordes and point-based scoring, drawing on the series’ earlier entries and the remake of Resident Evil 4.

  • At launch, the game sold 5 million copies within its first five days, setting an enduring franchise record for speed of sale.

  • Physical editions sold out early, underscoring the game’s robust early momentum.

  • Capcom plans additional content, including a May mini-game likely tied to Mercenaries, plus an ongoing story DLC that may arrive in 2027 and potentially feature characters like Leon, Ada, or Alyssa Ashcroft.

  • Fans can expect further updates, including a possible Mercenaries mode expansion and a full story DLC, with leaks suggesting new music related to Mercenaries.

  • Director Koshi Nakanishi celebrated the achievement in a team gathering that included Geoff Keighley as a guest and host.

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