# Capcom Resident Evil franchise milestones and releases

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> Updated: 2026-10-13T15:00:00.000Z. Sources: 31. Developments: 6.

Capcom is expanding its presence on the Nintendo Switch 2 by releasing several Resident Evil titles. Starting October 16, 2026, the remakes of Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, and Resident Evil 4 will be available on the Nintendo eShop. A physical release for these titles is scheduled for January 27.

These releases follow the success of previous remakes built on the RE Engine. Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition features the interconnected stories of Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield. Resident Evil 3 follows Jill Valentine’s escape from Raccoon City while being pursued by the creature Nemesis. Resident Evil 4 follows Leon Kennedy on a mission to rescue the US President's daughter in a remote Spanish village.

In addition to these remakes, Resident Evil 7 and Village were released earlier in the year, and a remake of Code Veronica is expected in early 2027. The Switch 2 versions leverage the console's hybrid nature, offering high-quality portable horror experiences.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-13: Capcom releases Resident Evil remakes for Nintendo Switch 2

Capcom will release Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 remakes on Nintendo Switch 2 starting October 16, 2026, with physical editions arriving in January.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/resident-evil-franchise-expands-with-switch-2-release-and-record-sales

### 2026-10-12: Capcom develops Resident Evil DLC and Street Fighter 6 movie outfits

Capcom is reportedly developing DLC for the Resident Evil Code: Veronica remake and has announced movie-inspired outfits for Street Fighter 6 arriving in October 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/capcom-develops-resident-evil-dlc-and-street-fighter-6-movie-outfits

### 2026-10-11: Capcom targets late 2027 for Resident Evil Requiem DLC

Capcom is reportedly aiming for a late 2027 release for an ambitious story expansion for Resident Evil Requiem, developed by the teams behind the Resident Evil 4 Separate Ways DLC.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/capcom-targets-late-2027-for-resident-evil-requiem-dlc

### 2026-09-30: Capcom plans Resident Evil narrative crossover as remakes catch up to modern titles

Capcom producer Jun Takeuchi revealed plans for a Resident Evil narrative crossover as the series' remake timeline eventually catches up to the modern numbered entries.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/capcom-prepares-for-future-of-resident-evil-remake-series

### 2026-09-17: Capcom announces Resident Evil remakes for Nintendo Switch 2

Capcom announced Resident Evil RE:2, RE:3, and RE:4 remakes for Nintendo Switch 2, with digital releases set for October 2026 and playable demos arriving at Tokyo Game Show 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/capcom-announces-resident-evil-remakes-for-nintendo-switch-2-1

### 2026-09-11: Capcom announces Resident Evil 2 remake surpasses 20 million players

Capcom announced that the Resident Evil 2 remake has reached a milestone of over 20 million players, cementing its status as a major commercial success for the publisher.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/capcom-announces-resident-evil-2-remake-surpasses-20-million-players

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