LOS ANGELES: Japanese game developer Capcom has officially announced a remake of the popular horror game Resident Evil Code Veronica.
The new version will be called Resident Evil Veronica. The announcement was made during the Summer Game Fest event held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.The game is expected to launch in 2027. It is a modern remake of the original title that was first released in 2000. The company said the new version will keep the main story while improving graphics, gameplay, and overall design for today's players.
The original game followed siblings Claire Redfield and Chris Redfield. They struggled to survive during a dangerous virus outbreak on a remote prison island in the Southern Ocean. Later, the story moved to a research facility in Antarctica, where the mystery became even more dangerous.
According to Capcom, the remake will remain faithful to the original story. At the same time, it will offer updated visuals and smoother gameplay. The company hopes both longtime fans and new players will enjoy the refreshed version of the classic horror game.
The reveal became one of the biggest highlights of Summer Game Fest. The event also featured several major game announcements, including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles the Last Ronin from Paramount Games Studio. Many fans consider Code Veronica an important part of the Resident Evil timeline. The story takes place after the events of Resident Evil 2 and runs alongside Resident Evil 3 Nemesis. Because of this, it plays a major role in the overall franchise story.
The latest main game in the series is Resident Evil Requiem. The title introduces new character Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst investigating a series of mysterious deaths connected to the Raccoon City incident. The game also includes appearances by fan-favorite character Leon S. Kennedy.
