Get ready, Resident Evil fans—it looks like the next big remake is already on the horizon, and it’s stirring up some serious excitement (and debate). But here’s where it gets controversial: could Resident Evil 5 be the next title to get the full remake treatment? If a recent ESRB listing is anything to go by, the answer might be a resounding yes—and this has the community buzzing with speculation.
Let’s face it: more Resident Evil remakes are inevitable. After the massive success of recent remakes like Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4, each crossing the 10 million copies sold mark (https://www.vgchartz.com/game/226039/resident-evil/), Capcom has proven there’s a hungry audience for these reimagined classics. Now, as we approach the third anniversary of the RE4 remake, all eyes are on what’s coming next. And according to a new ESRB listing spotted by Kotaku (https://kotaku.com/resident-evil-5-re5-remake-capcom-xbox-series-2000667258), Resident Evil 5 could be stepping into the spotlight.
The listing, for an Xbox Series X/S version of the 2009 game (https://www.esrb.org/ratings/40376/resident-evil-5/), is sparse but intriguing. While it could simply point to another remaster, there’s a key detail that’s raising eyebrows: the mention of in-game purchases. Capcom has been incorporating these into nearly every recent release, even single-player titles, so this suggests something more substantial than a mere re-release. And this is the part most people miss: could this be a full-blown remake instead of just a remaster? The timing certainly feels right.
Personally, I’m leaning toward the remake theory. It’s been nearly three years since the RE4 remake dropped, and while leakers have hinted at Code Veronica (https://www.eurogamer.net/games/resident-evil-code-veronica) being next in line, the Africa-set RE5 is looking increasingly likely. Sure, it could still be a remaster with a few extra features, but given Capcom’s recent trajectory, a full remake feels like the safer bet. Plus, let’s not forget the timing: PlayStation’s State of Play stream is happening later this week (https://www.eurogamer.net/playstation-state-of-play-february-2026-announced), and it’s the perfect platform for a big reveal—just like the RE4 remake announcement in 2022.
Adding fuel to the fire, Eva La Dare, the voice and motion capture artist behind Sheva Alomar, has been teasing something big for March (https://x.com/KarenShevaEva/status/2011868483194392926?s=20). Coincidence? Maybe. But it’s hard not to connect the dots.
Regardless of what’s coming, Resident Evil fans have plenty to look forward to. Resident Evil Requiem (https://www.eurogamer.net/games/resident-evil-9-revenant-shadows) is on the horizon, and Capcom is even bringing RE7 and Village to the Nintendo Switch 2 (https://www.eurogamer.net/capcoms-switch-2-ports). Whether you’re team remake or team remaster, one thing’s for sure: the Resident Evil franchise isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
Controversial question for you: Do you think Resident Evil 5 deserves a full remake, or should Capcom focus on other titles like Code Veronica? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments—this debate is just getting started!
