According to multiple sources, Resident Evil 9 is reportedly in development and may be released between late 2025 and 2026. Notable leaker Dusk Golem claims that Capcom currently has five Resident Evil projects in development, including RE9 .
Key Plot and rumors
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European or Russian Island Setting: Leaks suggest the game is set on a mysterious island with ties to Russia and Europe. Cyrillic signage observed in test builds supports this claim
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Protagonists: Jill Valentine and Leon S. Kennedy are rumored to be the main characters. Jill is reportedly investigating a hospital linked to BSAA secrets, while Leon is said to be stalked by a mysterious figure throughout the game .
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Antagonist: A new villain named Mr. Simon is mentioned as the primary antagonist, though details about his motives remain scarce
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Gameplay Mechanics: The game is expected to feature third-person gameplay, with defensive knife mechanics similar to those in the Resident Evil 2 remake .
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Enemy Design: New enemies are described as evolved zombies with cult-like behaviors, including moon tattoos and ritualistic singing .
Returning characters or organizations
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Blue Umbrella and Rosemary Winters: Both are rumored to play significant roles, with Rosemary's blood potentially being key to a vaccine for the infected .
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Barry and Chris Redfield: These characters may provide support over radio communications during the game .
🔁 Upcoming Resident evil Remakes
Capcom is reportedly working on remakes of Resident Evil 0 and Resident Evil Code: Veronica. This aligns with the company's trend of remaking classic titles, following the success of previous remakes .
🎬 New Resident Evil Movie in development
A new Resident Evil film adaptation is in the works, with Euphoria actor Austin Abrams potentially starring. Directed by Zach Cregger (Barbarian), the movie is scouting European locations, suggesting a setting reminiscent of Resident Evil 7 and Village. The inclusion of characters like Lady Dimitrescu remains unconfirmed .
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