Resident Evil 6 Potentially Coming to Xbox Series X|S, ESRB Listing Suggests
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While we’ve seen Capcom remake its Resident Evil franchise one game at a time, it seems there is one title that could be seeing a re-release soon, and it’s probably the most despised mainline entry in the franchise. As most fans can already tell (if the headline isn’t a dead giveaway), I’m referring to Resident Evil 6.
This latest tidbit of info comes from the ESRB (Entertainment Software Ratings Board), which means this is the real deal since video game companies themselves file ESRB ratings for their games.
Resident Evil 6 Rated for Xbox Series X|S by ESRB
A recent listing on the official website of the ESRB, the American video game rating board, hints at a new Xbox Series X|S version of Resident Evil 6. While the listing doesn’t provide specific details, it’s reasonable to speculate that this could be a remastered edition of the game for current-generation Xbox consoles. Notably, there’s no mention of a PlayStation 5 version, but given the series’ history as a multi-platform franchise, a PS5 port cannot be ruled out.
Resident Evil 6 was met with mixed reactions when it launched in 2012. Many fans were disappointed by its graphics, which felt outdated even for its time. The game moved away from the survival-horror style that earlier titles in the series were known for and focused more on action scenes, which many long-time fans didn’t enjoy.
Despite all this criticism, Resident Evil 6 still managed to sell 9.3 million copies worldwide across all platforms—a number that could continue to grow.
Capcom has previously released native versions of Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, and Resident Evil 7 for the PS5, suggesting a possible strategy to bring the main Resident Evil games to modern platforms without relying on backward compatibility. If this is true, a remastered version of Resident Evil 6—which is already on PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch—would make sense. However, this is just a guess for now, as Capcom hasn’t confirmed anything yet.
This development also raises the question of whether Resident Evil 5 could follow the same path. However, rumors suggest a full remake of Resident Evil 5 may already be in development. If true, it might make less sense for Capcom to invest in a remastered version of Resident Evil 5 compared to Resident Evil 6, which is less likely to receive a remake due to its mixed reception among fans.
For now, fans will have to wait for any official announcements or updates from Capcom regarding the potential return of Resident Evil 6 on current-generation consoles. As we get more information, we will make sure to keep you guys informed here at MP1st.
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