The ESRB website has recently updated its rating for Resident Evil 6, keeping its Mature 17+ classification but adding a new platform to its list: Xbox Series. This development suggests that Capcom is gearing up for a new release of the game, tailored for the current generation of consoles.
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Initially launched in 2012 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, Resident Evil 6 saw a remastered version released in spring 2016 for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. The latest ESRB listing hints at an upcoming re-release, likely not just for Xbox Series but also for PlayStation 5, although no official confirmation has been made yet.
This news has sparked curiosity among fans about what enhancements the native version for current-gen consoles will bring compared to the previous remaster. The only noticeable difference so far is in the game's genre description. While earlier versions were categorized as a "third-person shooter," the new listing labels it as a "survival horror" game. This shift in terminology could indicate a return to the series' roots, focusing more on horror elements. More details are expected to be revealed in an upcoming full presentation.
Alongside this re-release, the gaming community is buzzing with anticipation for the announcement of the ninth installment in the Resident Evil series. Rumors suggest that this new game will be set four years after the events of Resident Evil: Village, promising to continue the saga with fresh narratives and gameplay experiences.
