\r\nResident Evil fans were disappointed by the lack of an announcement of Resident Evil 9 during The Game Awards 2024, despite rumors that it was likely.\r\nNow, an insider suggests that the next chapter of the Capcom’s iconic survival horror franchise (which you can also find on Amazon) may have been hit by development delays.\r\nCapcom surprised players with exciting announcements during The Game Awards, including a new chapter of Onimusha and a sequel to Okami.\r\nHowever, many have been waiting for news on Resident Evil 9. According to leaker Dusk Golem (via Game Rant), the game was originally scheduled for a summer 2024 announcement, but was reportedly pushed back due to an internal delay in development.\r\n\r\nAccording to Dusk Golem, Resident Evil 9 is a very ambitious project, which needs more time to be refined than recent remakes of the series. He compared this situation to the remake of Resident Evil 2, which was delayed a year for major changes.\r\nThere is speculation that Capcom is deciding where to place the game’s launch in the next few years, but this information remains pure speculation in the absence of confirmation officials.\r\nThe players have also been discussing for months about who could be the protagonist of the next chapter and what the narrative direction could be. However, Capcom has not yet released any official details.\r\nConsidering the number of projects currently in the studio at the studio, it would not be surprising if a title of this magnitude required more development time.\r\nSome rumors point to the possible return of characters iconic, but none of these rumors have been confirmed.\r\nFans’ patience may be tested, but it is likely that the extra time will serve to ensure a high-quality experience, as was the case with the chapters precedents.\r\nAlthough the lack of an official announcement on Resident Evil 9 may worry some, it is best to consider the delays as a positive sign: the studio is taking the time necessary to deliver a product that meets expectations. \r\nAccording to rumor, the plot of RE9 could introduce a new version of the Licker, the historical monster of the saga.