Current Sales Leadership: Official 2026 Data
Capcom’s Platinum Titles report (March 2026 update) shows a historic shift in the franchise’s sales hierarchy. Resident Evil 7 has officially surpassed RE5 as the series’ top seller, with both titles exceeding 15 million units. This section presents the definitive ranking based on Capcom’s verified financial data.
| Rank | Game Title | Sales (Millions) | Release Year | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Resident Evil 7: Biohazard | 15.50 | 2017 | New Franchise Leader |
| 2 | Resident Evil 5 | 15.40 | 2009 | Former Leader (2019-2024) |
| 3 | Resident Evil 2 Remake | 14.30 | 2019 | Fastest-Selling Remake |
| 4 | Resident Evil 6 | 10.60 | 2012 | Multiplayer Focus |
| 5 | Resident Evil Village | 8.50 | 2021 | Current Generation Leader |
Table Data Source from 1, 2
Analysis of Table 1 resolves widespread confusion: RE7’s 15.5M units (confirmed March 2026) now exceed RE5’s 15.4M. This shift occurred during RE7’s 8th anniversary sales campaign. Notably, all top-three titles blend horror with accessible gameplay mechanics—RE7 pioneered VR compatibility while maintaining survival horror roots, RE2 Remake modernized tank controls, and RE5 introduced co-op action. Pure survival horror titles (original RE2: 7.5M) rank significantly lower, confirming market preference for approachable horror experiences.
Sales Trend Analysis (2017-2026)
