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Rumor: Resident Evil 9 Teased By Capcom?
- Image from Resident Evil Village courtesy of Capcom

Resident Evil fans are crazed with excitement after Capcom dropped a subtle hint about Resident Evil 9 in a recent video. Released on April 25, 2025, to celebrate Resident Evil 4 Remake reaching 10 million copies sold, the video includes a wooden signpost that, when tilted sideways, looks like the Roman numeral ‘IX’. A possible nod to the ninth mainline game. Spotted by insider Dusk Golem, this clue has sparked tons of speculation. With the franchise being a cornerstone of horror gaming, what might this mean for the next chapter? Let’s dive into the hint, fan reactions, and what’s known so far.

Capcom’s Subtle Tease

Image from Resident Evil Village courtesy of Capcom

The video, posted on Capcom’s X account, features Resident Evil 4 Remake characters in a fun montage. Near the end, a signpost reading “Thank you for playing” appears. When viewed from a certain angle, it resembles ‘IX,’ hinting at Resident Evil 9. PCGamesN reported how fans caught this on April 25, 2025, and started analyzing every second of the footage. Capcom’s known for sneaky teases like this, which makes it feel like a real possibility.

There’s more to back this up. In October 2024, a Metacritic listing for Resident Evil 9 popped up, hinting that development is moving along. IGN points out that two years after Resident Evil 4 Remake, the timing seems perfect for a new game. Capcom loves keeping fans on their toes with little hints, whether in games or videos. Want more gaming updates? Check out our News Section on Total Apex Gaming.

How Fans Are Reacting

Social media exploded after the tease. On X, @Okami13_ noted, “The ‘IX’ symbol can be seen multiple times throughout the video, including at the ending”. @Genki_JPN chimed in, “Capcom are teasing Resident Evil 9 in the RE4 10M special video!”. The excitement is real, but some fans are holding back, waiting for Capcom to say more. Eurogamer sums up this split between hype with caution.

Rumors are flying about what Resident Evil 9 could bring. Some leaks point to a remote island setting or maybe even the return of characters like Leon or Jill, but ComicBook warns these are just guesses for now. The Resident Evil fanbase is passionate, and this hint has them digging into every detail. Curious about the history of Resident Evil games? See our Top 10 Resident Evil Mysteries article.

What We Actually Know

Capcom confirmed in 2024 that Resident Evil 9 is in the works, with Koshi Nakanishi, who directed Resident Evil 7, at the helm. Beyond that, details are thin. No word on the story, setting, or when it’ll drop. After hits like Resident Evil Village, expectations are sky-high for more scares and great storytelling. GameSpot suggests Capcom’s aiming for another big win, maybe hitting shelves in late 2025 or early 2026.

The Metacritic listing and this video tease hint that a reveal could be close, maybe at The Game Awards 2025. For now, it’s all speculation, but the buzz keeps growing. Whether Resident Evil 9 takes us somewhere new or brings back old favorites, fans can’t wait. Stick with Total Apex Gaming for the latest updates.

Wrapping Up

This clever tease has fans hooked, eagerly waiting for any official word on Resident Evil 9. Details might be scarce, but the excitement isn’t. Keep checking back with us for more on this rumor and other gaming news.

This article first appeared on Total Apex Gaming and was syndicated with permission.

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