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New Resident Evil Film Release Coincides With Higher Game Sales
A new film based on the Resident Evil horror game series opened in Japanese cinemas on October 9.
In the United States, where it opened earlier, the film earned about $60 million in its first three days.
Sales of Resident Evil games also rose after the film's release, according to figures from Alinea Analytics.
The figures showed sales of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 increased on Steam and more sharply on PlayStation 5, even excluding sales promotions.
The film tells an original story, but includes details that game fans may recognize.
Its simple premise follows an ordinary man trying to escape creatures, making it easier for people unfamiliar with the games to follow.
The film is now showing in cinemas across Japan, and its success may encourage more viewers to try the games.
The new Resident Evil film’s release coincided with higher sales of several games in the series.
After the film opened, sales of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 rose on Steam and PS5, even excluding sales promotions.
Alinea Analytics reported increases of about 11% to 14% on Steam and 54% to 64% on PS5.
The film opened in Japan on October 9, after an earlier release in the United States.
ITmedia’s reviewer said the film combines references for game fans with a straightforward story for viewers unfamiliar with the series.
- Who
- The film’s viewers and buyers of Resident Evil games; Alinea Analytics reported the sales data.
- What
- The new Resident Evil film opened, while sales of several games in the series increased.
- When
- The film opened in Japan on October 9, 2026. The article was published on October 10, 2026.
- Where
- The film opened in Japan and earlier in the United States; game sales figures covered Steam and PS5.
- Why
- The article suggests the film may have encouraged interest in the games, but does not establish a cause.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
No direct quotes in the coverage so far.
A sale helped nearly double sales of games including Resident Evil 2.
The film had earned about $60 million at the box office, according to ITmedia.
The film opened in Japan.
Sales of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 remained strong, excluding promotional sales.
- Japan release
- October 9
- US box office
- About $60 million in three days
- Steam sales increase
- About 11% to 14% for Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4, excluding sales promotions
- PS5 sales increase
- About 54% to 64% for Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4, excluding sales promotions
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