Resident Evil mastermind Shinji Mikami recently expressed his strong desire for a Killer7 sequel during a presentation alongside the game's creator, Goichi "Suda51" Suda. This exciting news has sent ripples through the fanbase of this cult classic.
Mikami and Suda Tease Potential Killer7 Sequel and Complete Edition
Killer7: Beyond or Killer11?
During yesterday's Grasshopper Direct, primarily focused on the upcoming *Shadows of the Damned* remaster, the conversation turned to the future of Killer7. Mikami declared his love for the game, stating, "I’d love to see Suda make a sequel to Killer7," highlighting it as a personal favorite.Suda51 enthusiastically agreed, suggesting the possibility of a sequel, playfully tossing around title ideas like "Killer11" or "Killer7: Beyond."
Killer7, a 2005 action-adventure game for GameCube and PlayStation 2, blends horror, mystery, and Suda51's signature over-the-top style. Players control Harman Smith, an elderly man capable of manifesting seven distinct personalities, each with unique abilities and weapons. Despite its cult following, a sequel has remained elusive. Even after the 2018 PC remaster, Suda51 expressed interest in revisiting the original vision.
"I’d rather make a Complete Edition of Killer7," Suda51 proposed, an idea Mikami jokingly dismissed as "kind of lame." However, the discussion revealed that the original game's concept included extensive dialogue for the character Coyote, which could be restored in a complete edition.
The mere suggestion of a sequel or complete edition has ignited considerable excitement among fans. While no firm commitments have been made, the developers' enthusiasm is undeniable.
Mikami suggested a complete edition would be well-received, to which Suda51 responded, "We’d have to decide which comes first, Killer7: Beyond or the Complete Edition," leaving the future of this beloved title intriguingly open-ended.
