Shinji Mikami Praises Resident Evil 4 Remake for Elevating His Original Work

The Resident Evil creator commends Capcom for transforming his quickly drafted scenario into a critically acclaimed success.

Shinji Mikami, the original creator of Resident Evil 4, expressed admiration for the 2023 remake, highlighting Capcom's exceptional work.
Mikami revealed that the original game's scenario was written in just two weeks, describing it as 'half-assed,' yet Capcom managed to enhance it significantly.
The remake has been praised for its understanding and development of character interactions and dialogue, improving upon the original elements.
Resident Evil 4 Remake has achieved over 7 million sales worldwide, attributed to strong support from its global fan base.
Mikami emphasized that understanding the core elements of the original is key to a successful remake, a principle demonstrated by Capcom's work.