Last week, Capcom released the long-awaitedDragon’s Dogma 2. Now, there was a bit of controversy surrounding its launch, such as thesheer number of DLC, but this post is not going to be about that (I’m sure you all have your own thoughts on the story). What I am going to say is that a rumor is circulating which states the game could potentially lead to an open-worldResident Evilinstallment.
That’s according to known leaker AestheticGamer (thanksEurogamer). In a post on Twitter/X a few days ago, it’s been alluded to that the engine that powersDragon’s Dogma 2could result in open-world functionality forRE9, a game which has not yet been officially announced. The tech might also be used for the nextMonster Hunter.
AestheticGamer explains thatDD2uses an expanded version of Capcom’s RE Engine, which has been used in the development of the newResident Evilgames (and the remakes), as well asMonster Hinter RiseandDevil May Cry 5.
It will still retain itsREDNA, though
Now, it should be said that this has not been officially confirmed, so we can only assume these are speculations at this stage. However, the leaker does go on to say thatRE9– and other upcoming projects spoken about – will still retain their respective DNAs. This means aResident Evilgame that’s open-world will still feel likeResident Evil.
But we don’t know what’s happening with the ninth entry yet. Some may have concerns about the long-running survival horror series becoming open-world. The franchise has typically opted for more linear structures with a tightly packed story.
Whatever the case may be, Capcom will surely set the record straight in due time. Since the reboot in 2017, as well as the remakes,Resident Evilhas been on top form. A new game is something a lot of fans will be looking forward to, so hopefully some sort of official announcement will be made soon.
