March 16th 2024.
Is it time to leave Resident Evil 5 in the past? That's the question on many gamers' minds. Some believe that instead of remaking the fifth installment, the focus should be on co-op gameplay for the upcoming Resident Evil 9. After all, it seems that the gaming community is always buzzing with rumors and leaks, trying to be the first to uncover the next big thing. But let's be real, it's not hard to predict what games will sell well - just look at recent successes.
With the success of the Resident Evil 4 remake, it's safe to say that more remakes are on the horizon. In fact, a Capcom director has already expressed interest in remaking more games. The only question is which one? Well, that's where things get tricky. With Code: Veronica ruled out, the options are limited. We have Resident Evil 1, which has already been remade once, Resident Evil Zero, which wasn't received too well, Resident Evil 6, which was a disaster, and of course, Resident Evil 5, which...has its own set of problems.
Regardless of how one may feel about the depiction of Africa in Resident Evil 5, there's no denying that it caused quite the controversy. It's a miracle that Capcom didn't suffer any major consequences for it. And let's not forget that the game itself wasn't exactly a masterpiece. It may not have been as bad as Resident Evil 6, but it definitely didn't live up to the standard set by Resident Evil 4.
It's no secret that when Shinji Mikami, the creator of the series, left Capcom, there was a noticeable decline in the quality of the games. It wasn't until Resident Evil 7, over a decade later, that the series regained its footing. Resident Evil 5 tried to replicate the success of 4, but it fell short in every aspect - the action, puzzles, set pieces, and pacing. The only saving grace was the co-op gameplay, which was a blast to play with a friend, but would not have been as enjoyable in single-player mode.
Some may argue that remaking Resident Evil 5 from scratch could potentially fix its flaws and prevent any potential backlash. However, the effort and resources required to do so may not be worth it, especially when they would have to remake all the other games except 6. So instead, why not focus on implementing co-op gameplay in Resident Evil 9, but with a better balance and more terrifying elements? It's not easy to make a game scary when you have a partner by your side, so it would be interesting to see how Capcom could tackle this challenge.
As for the next remake, why not choose one of the spin-offs? Outbreak or Revelations 2 would be great options, or even revamping the Game Boy Color game, Resident Evil Gaiden, into a 3D adventure. And let's not forget the beloved Dino Crisis - that would be a great remake as well. Whatever they decide, co-op gameplay should definitely be a priority, but that doesn't necessarily mean Resident Evil 5 again.
In the end, it's up to Capcom to decide the direction of the series. But as a fan, I believe that co-op gameplay should be the focus of Resident Evil 9, with a better execution and some spine-chilling twists. And when it comes to remakes, there are plenty of options to choose from without having to revisit Resident Evil 5. Let's hope they make the right choices for the future of the franchise.
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