Capcom Confirms Long-Rumored Resident Evil Veronica Remake in Development for 2026 Release
TOKYO — Capcom officially announced on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, that a full-scale remake of the 2000 survival horror classic, Resident Evil Code: Veronica, is currently in development. Industry insiders confirm the project, internally code-named Project Veronika, is targeting a global release across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC platforms in Q4 2026.
According to a corporate statement released by Capcom, the remake will utilize the proprietary RE Engine, previously used for the critically acclaimed remakes of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4. The narrative will follow protagonists Claire Redfield and Steve Burnside as they investigate a mysterious Umbrella Corporation facility on a remote island, while the notorious Albert Wesker pursues his own agenda. Official documentation confirms the story will remain a direct sequel to the events of Resident Evil 2, maintaining the series' canonical timeline.
Insiders report the development is being led by Capcom Division 1, with a primary focus on expanding the original game's environments and reworking the controversial enemy AI. An anonymous source familiar with the project stated that the team has prioritized preserving the title's signature difficulty while modernizing its camera system to an over-the-shoulder perspective.
Capcom cited the ongoing demand for remastered classic titles and a surge in player interest surrounding the coded chronology of the early Resident Evil series as key factors for the project's green light. The announcement comes as the company reports a 15% increase in digital sales for its back catalog in the last fiscal quarter.
The official reveal trailer is scheduled for broadcast on July 12, 2025, during a dedicated Capcom Showcase event. No pricing details have been released at this time.