Resident Evil: Veronica remake - what does it mean for players and Capcom?

In short

• Capcom is developing a remake of Resident Evil: Code: Veronica, now simply called Resident Evil: Veronica.
• The remake takes place three months after Resident Evil 2 and follows Claire Redfield.
• The gameplay will include elements from the 2019 Resident Evil 2 remake, with a third-person perspective.

GAME-scanner analysis

The remake announcement has drawn a lot of attention, especially because of the original's nostalgic value. Producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi confirmed that the remake will borrow gameplay elements from the Resident Evil 2 remake, raising expectations for how it will play. Removing "Code" from the title may point to a new branding strategy from Capcom, aimed at making the game more accessible to new players while still appealing to longtime fans. That could help boost Capcom's sales, especially given the Resident Evil franchise's continued popularity. The choice of a third-person perspective, rather than the first-person style shown in the announcement trailer, underlines Capcom's intent to stay true to the series' core identity.

What does this mean for players?

For players, the remake offers a chance to experience a refreshed version of the story with Claire Redfield as the lead. The gameplay will likely be more dynamic and accessible, which could increase engagement among both new and returning players. However, how Capcom handles the original's complex storylines and themes, such as Alfred Ashford's, will remain an important point to watch. The remake also creates an opportunity to modernize those themes without losing the essence of the original. Players can also expect improved graphics and gameplay systems inspired by the franchise's more recent remakes.

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