Sorry Horror Fans, The Rumored Resident Evil 5 Remake is Deader than a Zombie

RE fans everywhere shouldn’t get their hopes up, as it’s reported that Resident Evil 5 isn’t in development at the moment. Horror game leaker Dusk Golem, who provides generally reliable information, recently presented this latest news. The insider, who is also a game developer, took to the social media platform X to share a significant update concerning the future of the Resident Evil franchise. That said, can fans expect a remake of the fifth mainline game to be in development anytime soon?

Resident Evil 5 Remake Isn’t Happening—But Code Veronica Is Stealing the Spotlight

Capcom’s Remake Pipeline Skips Resident Evil 5

The leaker’s statement was unequivocal, declaring that there is currently no Resident Evil 5 Remake project underway at Capcom. However, paying closer attention to what was actually said, he didn’t completely dismiss the possibility of the game ever happening. In fact, he suggested that a project could materialize at a later date if consistent fan demand persists and internal conditions at the company eventually align. Until that day comes, however, a remade version of the title isn’t in the current development plans. 

While Dusk Golum’s information was intriguing, it remains entirely unofficial and must therefore be considered speculative. Not only that, but it’s possible that Capcom has a secret project in its early stages that has not yet been revealed to the public. Still, the insider has a proven track record with accurate horror game leaks that many within the community are inclined to lend credibility to this claim, believing that Capcom’s current focus lies elsewhere.

Fortunately, the leaker did offer good news for fans to help them cope with the Resident Evil 5 rumors being canned. Alternatively, an encouraging update on another highly requested project from the franchise was also provided. In another statement, Dusk Golum announced that a remake of Resident Evil: Code Veronica is in production and it’s also proceeding exceptionally well.

Capcom’s Remake Strategy Takes a Surprising Turn

The leaker also discussed the game’s current quality, noting that it’s held to the high standard set by the Resident Evil 4 Remake. This comparison is made more interesting by the significant overlap in development personnel between the two projects. Reportedly, Code Veronica‘s development is going so well that it’s ahead of its internal schedule. Moreover, the team expressed great confidence in the final product, only fueling more interest among horror gamers and fans of the zombie franchise.

Code Veronica originally launched as an exclusive title for the SEGA Dreamcast. For long-time fans, the game holds a special place in their hearts and is formally considered a mainline entry in the series despite lacking a number. Notably, the iconic Claire Redfield is famously featured as the primary protagonist for a second time. Although the game has been ported to modern platforms, it’s often overlooked in broader discussions of the franchise due to its status as an unnumbered entry. Ultimately, this makes its development news shocking, as timeline-wise, Resident Evil 5 would be released first.

Given the leaker’s superb track record, should the community trust their positive assessment of the Code Veronica remake’s development progress? Just like the news regarding Resident Evil 5, Capcom hasn’t officially confirmed or announced any information about the remake. Still, if these details are true, a formal reveal would most likely occur sometime next year. More specifically, updates about a potential game could be given following the release of the next scheduled title. This forthcoming project, called Resident Evil Requiem, was officially announced by Capcom and is slated for a multi-platform release on February 27, 2026.

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