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Resident Evil Team Says Japan Has Been Considered as a Future Setting

The producer's remark indicates Capcom is open to moving a main entry to Japan while pledging to preserve the series' core identity.

Overview

  • Producer Masato Kumazawa told Futaman on Monday that the Resident Evil development team has discussed the idea of setting a future game in Japan.
  • Kumazawa framed the comment as internal consideration rather than a confirmed project by saying Japan “might make an appearance at some point in the future.”
  • He said Capcom does not follow rigid timeline rules and adjusts settings and character ages to serve story and player immersion.
  • Kumazawa noted a likely preference for a modern-day setting because it can feel more immersive, and outlets say a new mainline title is still likely several years away.
  • Reports point to Konami’s Silent Hill F as a recent example of a major horror series relocating to Japan, and fans should watch for formal Capcom announcements or nearer-term remake news.