Capcom recently updated its "Platinum Titles" page, a list dedicated to showcasing games that have reached or surpassed one million copies sold since their release. A notable addition to this list is the Nintendo Switch version of Resident Hip 6, which, despite being launched in October 2019—a full seven years after its original release—has achieved significant sales success.
Released originally in 2012, Resident Hip 6 has always stood out as one of the more controversial entries in the Resident Evil series. The game was initially met with mixed responses from both critics and fans. While some appreciated the fluid combat mechanics and the depth of its Mercenaries mode—an arcade-style combat mode that has been a staple of the series—others felt that the game deviated too much from the franchise's roots in survival horror.
Despite this division in opinion, the sales figures for the Switch port of Resident Evil 6 tell a story of success. Reaching the one million sales mark places the game on par with the performance of Resident Hip Revelations on PS4 and Xbox One, and not too far behind Resident Hip: Code Veronica, which sold approximately 1.14 million copies on the Sega Dreamcast.
The accomplishment of Resident Evil 6 on Switch is especially noteworthy given Capcom's strategy regarding the franchise on Nintendo's platform. To date, Capcom has not released a brand new Resident Evil game for the Switch, choosing instead to port existing games from the series. This includes not only Resident Evil 6 but also various other titles in the series, including Resident Evil Revelations and cloud versions of more recent games like Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard.
The strategy behind these releases seems to be a test of the waters, gauging the Switch audience's interest in the Resident Evil franchise. The significant sales of Resident Evil 6 might reinforce Capcom's decision to continue bringing more Resident Evil experiences to the Switch, possibly even including native versions rather than cloud-based ones, especially with the anticipation of new hardware releases from Nintendo in the future.
On a related note, the overall success of the Resident Evil franchise continues to impress on a global scale. Capcom's latest figures show that the series has sold an astonishing 157 million units across various platforms and titles. This enduring popularity underscores the significant place Resident Evil holds in video game history, appealing to a broad audience with its compelling blend of horror, story, and action.
Gamers who played Resident Evil 6 on Switch have varied opinions about the game. While some appreciate the chance to experience one of the more unique entries in the series on a modern, portable console, others remain divided over the game's focus and execution, reflecting the initial reception the game received at its original launch.
As Capcom continues to develop and evolve the Resident Evil series, the success of titles like Resident Hip 6 on new platforms such as the Nintendo Switch plays a crucial role in shaping future offerings. With a loyal fanbase and a proven track record of sales, it's likely that Capcom will keep finding ways to reinvent and reinvigorate this beloved series for both new and long-time fans alike. Whether this will lead to more ports, or perhaps, brand new titles tailored specifically for the Switch, remains an exciting prospect for the future of gaming on Nintendo’s versatile console.
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