Capcom was inspired by fan projects when creating the remake of Resident Evil 2, which eventually became a mega success
While developing the remake of Resident Evil 2, released in 2019, Capcom paid attention to fan projects that sought to recreate the original 1998 game with improved graphics and modern gameplay. These unofficial initiatives demonstrated a strong community interest in an updated version of the classic horror, which was one of the factors that prompted Capcom to start official development of the remake.
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Before the official announcement of the Resident Evil 2 remake, there were several fan projects that tried to port the game to modern engines with improved graphics and gameplay. These projects received significant attention in the gaming community, which showed Capcom that there was a demand for an updated version of the game. As a result, the company decided to take the initiative and create an official remake, taking into account modern quality standards and player expectations.
Released in 2019, the official remake of Resident Evil 2 received positive reviews from critics and players alike for preserving the atmosphere of the original, combined with modern graphics, updated gameplay and an improved story. The game has become a commercial success, confirming that Capcom's decision to pay attention to the community's desire and invest resources in updating the classic game was the right one.
And as one of the Capcom developers recalled:
"It was like: "Okay, people really want this to happen." So producer Hirabayashi came up with a slogan: "Well, we're going to make it happen."
Source: IGN
