Capcom has officially confirmed that Resident Evil 9 will take the franchise back to its darkest roots, promising a level of horror that surpasses even the chilling tone of Resident Evil 7. According to new reports, the game is being designed with a heightened focus on survival, tension, and psychological fear, marking a shift away from the heavier action elements seen in recent entries.

Producer Masato Kumazawa revealed that the development team aims to redefine the core emotional experience players associate with the series. Rather than emphasizing fast-paced combat, Resident Evil 9 is expected to immerse players in moments of constant uncertainty, unease, and atmospheric dread.

Early internal discussions at Capcom highlight a desire to build a “new level of fear” for fans, leaning into the claustrophobic environments, slow-burn storytelling, and oppressive tone that originally made the franchise a global horror icon.

While gameplay specifics remain under wraps, Capcom’s renewed commitment to survival-horror suggests that Resident Evil 9 may become one of the franchise’s most transformative entries in years.

Whether longtime fans will embrace this return to pure horror—or wish for a comeback of action-heavy gameplay—remains part of the ongoing community debate.