Fans of the Resident Evil series have been waiting a long time for news about the next big game. Now, rumors suggest Resident Evil 9 might change everything we know about the series.
According to trusted insider Dusk Golem, the reason we haven't heard much about Resident Evil 9 is because it's going to be a "reinvention" of the franchise. This wouldn't be the first time the series has made big changes. Resident Evil 4 brought new third-person action gameplay, while Resident Evil 7 switched to a scary first-person view. Now, Resident Evil 9 might be ready to surprise us again.
More Than Just Another Sequel
The rumors point to Resident Evil 9 being much more than a simple follow-up to Resident Evil Village. Dusk Golem suggests that Capcom is trying "new things" with an "ambitious" design for the game. This could mean changes to how the game plays, how players see the action, or even completely new ideas that longtime fans wouldn't expect.
This helps explain why there have been no official updates for over a year and a half. Creating something truly new and exciting takes time, and it seems Capcom is putting in the work to make something special.
When Will We See It?
The good news for impatient fans is that Dusk Golem believes Resident Evil 9 will be officially announced anytime in 2025. Many expect the game to be revealed during a summer gaming event this year.
Character Focus: Leon Kennedy Returns?
Earlier rumors suggested that Jill Valentine would play a big role in Resident Evil 9, but newer information suggests this might not be true. Instead, Leon Kennedy, another fan-favorite character, might be the main focus of the new game. While Jill might still appear or be mentioned, it sounds like Leon will be the star this time around.
Story and Setting Details
Several unconfirmed rumors provide interesting details about what might be in store:
The game might take place four years after Resident Evil Village
The story could involve both Jill from the BSAA and Leon from the DSO investigating a mysterious island
The island might be home to a company creating clones of Eveline using the Megamycete
Characters like Chris Redfield and Barry Burton might provide support
The game could wrap up storylines from Resident Evil 7 and Village
Possible Locations and Enemies
If the rumors are accurate, Resident Evil 9 might take players to several creepy locations:
An abandoned hospital
Dark caves and forests
Empty houses
An old factory
A laboratory
A temple
The enemies might include evolved zombies similar to the Ganados from Resident Evil 4. These creatures reportedly worship the moon, have moon tattoos, and sing while looking out at the sea. There might also be a stalker enemy constantly hunting Leon and a "Goatman" that attacks Jill. A villain known as "Mr. Simon" could be the main bad guy.
While these details sound exciting, it's important to remember that nothing has been officially confirmed by Capcom.