Summary
AResident Evil CODE: Veronicaremake is rumored to be in development, returning one of the franchise’s most unique titles to the spotlight. The majority ofResident Evilfans have their eyes set on the much-anticipatedResident Evil 9, followingResident Evil Village’s lore-heavy finale. However, if it’s real, theCODE: Veronicaremake couldn’t come at a better time.Resident Evil CODE: Veronicaoffers unique insight into the classic series’ origins and lore, making it the perfect game to bridge the gap betweenVillageandResident Evil 9.
Resident Evil CODE: Veronicawas originally in 2000 for the Sega Dreamcast, before receiving ports on the PS2, PS3, and Xbox 360. However, its latest, and remastered, version remains trapped on those latter systems. For years, fans have made their interest in aCODE: Veronicaremake known to developer Capcom. According to a recent leak, their long wait may finally be over.
Resident Evil CODE: Veronica Dives into the Origins of the Umbrella Corporation
Resident Evil CODE: Veronicafollows Claire and Chris Redfield as they attempt to survive a viral outbreak at a remote prison island. There, they uncover the secret origins of the Umbrella Corporation, as well as the creation of the T-Veronica virus. Their search brings them into confrontation with Albert Wesker, marking his official return to the series, as well asthe Ashford Twins, and Alexander Ashford, son of Umbrella Corp. co-founder Edward Ashford. The title’s story features a host of unique lore reveals, which complete the story ofResident Evil, and set up the tonal shift in its sequels,Resident Evil 4andResident Evil 5.
The story ofCODE: Veronicafollows up on the plot threads established in the earlier games, and was originally intended to beResident Evil 3before a licensing deal saw it released on the Dreamcast. However, the title remains more important to the lore than some mainline entries.CODE: Veronicaoffers unique insight into the origins ofthe Umbrella Corporation, particularly the Ashfords and their genetic experiments. It also revealed the fate of Albert Wesker, who went on to make his mainline return at the end ofResident Evil 4. WhileCODE: Veronica’s plot and lore have been largely glossed over in the years since its release, the modernResident Evilfranchise has set the stage for its return to the spotlight.
The Resident Evil CODE: Veronica remake is a Perfect Follow-up To Resident Evil 8
The modernResident Evilseries recently revealed new lore surrounding the founding of Umbrella. Near the end ofResident Evil 8: Village, players learn of a link between Umbrella co-founder Ozwell Spencer and the title’s ageless villain, Mother Miranda. In 1918, Mother Miranda discovered the Megamycete, which can infect and mentally link organisms, both dead and alive. Combining a portion of this with a parasitic nematode, her experiments createdthe Cadou Parasite, giving rise toVillage’s monstrous inhabitants and super-powered Lords. It is revealed that Spencer and Miranda worked together for a time before Spencer left to conduct his own experiments. A letter between the two depicts Spencer telling Miranda of the discovery of the Progenitor Virus before he co-founded the Umbrella Corporation.
TheResident Evil CODE: Veronicaremake could perfectly bridge the gap betweenResident Evil 8: Villageand theResident Evilseries’ next mainline entry. FollowingVillage’s deep dive into the early research of Ozwell Spencer,CODE: Veronica’s exploration of co-founder Edward Ashford, and his family’s contributions to Umbrella, would offer unique insight for series veterans and newcomers alike. What’s more, it could reintroduce critical plotlines forResident Evil 9to further explore and elaborate on. Until developer Capcom officially announces theResident Evil CODE: Veronicaremake, fans continue to hold out hope that the cult-classic title will see release on modern consoles.
Resident Evil CODE:Veronica
WHERE TO PLAY
Raccoon City was just the beginning. Claire and Chris Redfield’s nightmare continues as the siblings fight to survive against zombies and other monstrosities within Umbrella’s deadly facilities. Scavenge for weapons and precious ammo to battle undead canines, a gigantic subterranean worm, and other terrors lurking in the shadows. Explore the mysterious Rockfort Island facility and the freezing Antarctic Base for clues exposing the Umbrella Corporation’s sordid goals and the truth behind the mysterious and unsettling Ashford twins.
