Looks like Resident Evil Requiem, already the fastest-selling game in the series, has smashed another milestone, and Leon’s all caked up to celebrate
Resident Evil Requiem has achieved extraordinary commercial success, surpassing 7 million copies sold just under two months after its February 27, 2026 launch. This milestone makes it the fastest-selling game in the Resident Evil franchise’s 30-year history, a record previously set by the same title just weeks earlier.
The game’s sales trajectory has been remarkable. It moved 5 million copies within its first five days of release, then reached 6 million in mid-April. The jump to 7 million copies represents continued momentum that vastly outpaces other major franchise entries—the Resident Evil 4 remake took a full year to reach the same sales milestone.
Game director Koshi Nakanishi announced the achievement via Instagram, sharing photos of celebration cakes decorated with characters Leon and Grace. The celebratory gesture reflects the team’s excitement over the game’s exceptional performance and represents an unusual way for developers to publicly acknowledge sales milestones.
The game’s commercial dominance suggests strong consumer demand for the title across its target markets. While platform-specific sales data hasn’t been disclosed, the overall figures indicate Capcom’s latest entry has captured significant player interest since launch. At this pace, industry observers suggest Resident Evil Requiem could potentially become the highest-selling entry in the franchise’s entire history within the coming months.
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