Capcom is reportedly shifting its post-launch strategy for the Resident Evil franchise, with plans to produce more substantial story-driven downloadable content. According to industry insider Dusk Golem, the developer is aiming to increase both the “length and ambition” of future DLC offerings.
The goal of this shift appears to be addressing the multi-year gaps that often occur between mainline Resident Evil releases. By producing content with the scope of previous expansions like Separate Ways or Shadow of Rose, Capcom intends to keep players engaged in the franchise during the wait for the next major title.
Strategic Shift for Side Content
Dusk Golem notes that this strategy serves as a modern solution for Capcom, which has previously relied on smaller spin-off games—such as the Revelations, Chronicles, or Survivor series—to maintain a presence in the market. The developer now views these meaty, experimental story DLCs as a way to flesh out side stories while maintaining a more consistent release schedule.
Additionally, reports indicate that the DLC for Resident Evil Requiem is currently slated to arrive after the launch of the Resident Evil Code: Veronica remake.
Source Reliability
This information comes from industry insider Dusk Golem. While the developer has not officially confirmed these production plans, Dusk Golem has a long history of reporting on Capcom’s internal roadmaps, including previous details regarding Resident Evil Requiem and the upcoming Resident Evil 1 remake. We rate this claim 4 out of 5 stars for credibility based on the source's established track record with the franchise.