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Resident Evil Village

Resident Evil Village is a 2021 survival horror video game developed and published by Capcom.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Resident Evil Village is a 2021 survival horror video game developed and published by Capcom. It is the direct sequel to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and follows Ethan Winters as he searches for his kidnapped daughter in a mysterious European village filled with mutant creatures.

Gameplay

The game retains survival horror mechanics such as resource management and item scavenging, while also emphasizing combat and larger enemy encounters. It is primarily played from a first-person perspective.

Plot

The story follows Ethan Winters after the events of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. He enters a strange village to find his kidnapped daughter and encounters mutant creatures and hostile factions.

Release and platforms

Resident Evil Village was released on 7 May 2021. It launched for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, with later releases and ports on other platforms.

Reception

The game received generally positive reviews, with praise often focusing on its atmosphere, visuals, and blend of horror and action.

Key facts

  • Resident Evil Village is the eighth main entry in the Resident Evil series.
  • The game is a sequel to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard.
  • Players control Ethan Winters as he searches for his abducted daughter.
  • The game is set in and around a remote village in Eastern Europe.
  • It combines survival horror with more action-oriented combat than its predecessor.
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Canadian context

Resident Evil Village was released in Canada alongside other major markets and is part of a globally recognized video game series with a substantial Canadian audience.

Frequently asked questions

What is Resident Evil Village?
It is a survival horror video game developed and published by Capcom, released in 2021.
Is Resident Evil Village a sequel?
Yes. It is the direct sequel to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard.
Who is the main character?
The player controls Ethan Winters.
What is the setting of the game?
Most of the game takes place in a remote village in Eastern Europe and the surrounding area.
When was Resident Evil Village released?
It was released on 7 May 2021.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resident_Evil_Village
    Supports: Basic description, developer/publisher, sequel status, main character, gameplay style, and general setting.
  2. PCGamingWiki — https://www.pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Resident_Evil_Village
    Supports: Release date, series position, and post-launch mode information.
  3. VGC — https://www.videogameschronicle.com/games/resident-evil-series/resident-evil-village/
    Supports: Survival horror framing, setting, and narrative premise.
  4. Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org
    Supports: Multi-language corroboration of release date, sequel status, and main character.