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Rumours around the next Resident Evil remake have been swirling for months, but a prominent leaker has now poured cold water on one of the biggest theories. According to multiple reports and social media statements, Capcom is not preparing to announce a Resident Evil 5 remake this year. Instead, all signs are pointing toward Resident Evil Code Veronica finally getting the remake treatment fans have been asking for.

The claim comes from well known Resident Evil insider Dusk Golem, also known online as AestheticGamer, who has a strong track record when it comes to Capcom’s horror franchise.

No Resident Evil 5 Remake This Year

Responding directly to questions on X, Dusk Golem was clear and direct. There is no Resident Evil 5 remake planned for announcement in 2026. Despite ongoing fan speculation and recent comments from Sheva Alomar voice actress Eva La Dare, the leaker says Capcom has not greenlit a remake of the 2009 entry.

Instead, Dusk Golem teased something else entirely, stating that a Resident Evil remake starting with the letter C and ending with ode Veronica will be announced later this year. The wording left little room for interpretation, and the post quickly spread across the Resident Evil community.

Code Veronica Remake Reportedly Locked In

Multiple outlets have since backed up the claim, reporting that Resident Evil Code Veronica is next in line for Capcom’s remake pipeline. The original game first launched in 2000 on the Sega Dreamcast and later received an expanded release as Code Veronica X on PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, and eventually modern PlayStation and Xbox platforms.

Set shortly after the events of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3, Code Veronica follows Claire Redfield as she searches for her brother Chris, only to uncover new T Virus outbreaks on a remote prison island and later in an Antarctic research facility. While not a numbered entry, the game is widely considered a core part of the series’ story and lore.

Why Code Veronica Still Matters

Although often described as an underrated spin off, Code Veronica introduced several important firsts for the franchise. It moved away from pre rendered backgrounds in favour of real time 3D environments, featured a more dynamic camera system, and pushed the narrative forward in meaningful ways for both Claire and Chris Redfield.

Fans have long argued that Code Veronica deserves a modern remake, especially after the success of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4’s reimagined releases. A full remake would also give Capcom the chance to refine some of the original game’s rougher edges while preserving its survival horror roots.

Release Window And What Comes Next

According to reporting cited by MP1st, the Code Veronica remake is expected to be revealed later in 2026, with an estimated launch window in early 2027. IGN has previously verified that a new version of the game is in development, lending further credibility to the leak.

Before that, Capcom is preparing to release Resident Evil Requiem, which arrives on February 27. The upcoming entry introduces new character Grace Ashcroft and sees the return of fan favourite Leon S Kennedy, blending classic survival horror with more action focused elements.

Looking further ahead, reports suggest Capcom plans to finish remaking its earlier Resident Evil titles with a Resident Evil Zero remake, potentially arriving in 2028, before moving on to an entirely new mainline entry.

A Pinch Of Salt, But Strong Signals

As always with leaks, fans should approach the news with caution. Even Dusk Golem has encouraged readers to take the claim with a pinch of salt. That said, the leaker’s accurate early information on Resident Evil Requiem in 2025 has earned them considerable credibility within the community.

For now, it appears Resident Evil Code Veronica fans may finally have reason to be excited, while those hoping for a Resident Evil 5 remake will need to wait a little longer.