Report Points to Early Development for Rumoured Resident Evil 1 Remake
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
A new report from insider Dusk Golem indicates that a rumored remake of the original Resident Evil entered pre-production last year, though full development may wait until Capcom completes other projects like the upcoming Code: Veronica remake.
Survival horror fans may have another trip to the Spencer Mansion in their future. According to a recent report by insider Dusk Golem, a remake of the original Resident Evil entered pre-production around August or September of last year. While pre-production means the project is still in its earliest conceptual stages with a minimal core team, the rumor adds fuel to expectations surrounding Capcom's ongoing modernization of its classic catalog.
Capcom has maintained a steady rhythm of alternating between mainline sequels and remakes for its flagship horror franchise. The current pipeline reportedly includes a remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica slated for 2027, alongside separate projects like a rumored Resident Evil Zero remake that entered full production in late 2022. Based on this release cadence, players should not expect a new version of the first game anytime soon, especially since the 30th-anniversary window in 2026 was instead occupied by the release of Resident Evil Requiem.
While the original GameCube remake remains a classic, a modern iteration would likely follow the template set by the Resident Evil 2 and 4 remakes by shifting to an over-the-shoulder third-person perspective and overhauling systems for modern hardware. For the broader gaming community, these recurring leaks highlight just how vital Capcom's single player narrative experiences remain in an era dominated by live service games and cross platform multiplayer economies. You can read the original reporting over at Eurogamer.
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Original article: Eurogamer