The eighth entry to the Resident Evil series has a street date. Resident Evil Village release date scheduled for May 7, 2021 worldwide on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC (Steam), PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Those who purchased either the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One version are eligible for a free digital upgrade for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. PlayStation 5 owners can get an exclusive sneak peek of the castle area from Resident Evil Village with the Maiden demo.

Resident Evil Village synopsis:

Resident Evil Village continues the story of Ethan Winters, first set in motion in Resident Evil 7 biohazard. The latest entry combines pulse-pounding action with signature survival horror gameplay synonymous with the Resident Evil series. In today’s first extensive look at gameplay, the development team revealed several new details including some features which harken back to fan-favorite elements from previous Resident Evil games. Protagonist Ethan will now be able to purchase and sell items, buy recipes for crafting, and customize weapons with a merchant dubbed “The Duke.” Using materials found throughout the game, he will be able to craft invaluable consumables needed to survive the terrors of the village. Utilizing these provisions will also involve more strategic planning, with a revised inventory system based on space management that may be familiar to series fans.

The diverse cast of enemies appearing in today’s digital program are just a few revealed from Resident Evil Village so far. Ethan will face off against many threats such as fast-moving creatures that relentlessly stalk him and Lady Dimitrescu’s mysterious daughters who can transform into swarms of insects. The game’s disparate lineup of adversaries will have their own distinctive ways of attacking, so players will need to adapt their strategies with quick decisions on when to attack, guard or flee in order to survive. Ethan has a new kick move in his arsenal to create distance from enemies and buy precious time to decide his next move.

Additionally, Capcom adding a multiplayer game with Resident Evil Village, Resident Evil Re:Verse. The game’s design based off of a comic book strip. The multiplayer game coming to PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC 9Steam). PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S players can access the game through backwards compatibility. Additional information to come at a later date. Pre-orders for Resident Evil Village opens today for digital and physical Standard and Deluxe Editions and a physical Collector’s Edition.

Resident Evil Village release date confirmed for May 7, 2021 worldwide on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC (Steam), PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Resident Evil Village – Trailer

Resident Evil Re:Verse – Trailer