Resident Evil producer says Japan setting considered

The producer of the popular survival horror series "Resident Evil" has revealed that the development team has seriously considered setting a future game in Japan, a location the long-running franchise has never directly featured. Masato Kumazawa, producer of the recent "Resident Evil Requiem," made the comments in an interview, noting that the idea has crossed the minds of many at Capcom.

Kumazawa stated that a Japanese setting is something many Japanese fans of the series have imagined. He added that since the development team is primarily based in Japan, he believes every member has considered the possibility at some point. While he did not confirm any specific plans, Kumazawa said Japan "might make an appearance at some point in the future."

The "Resident Evil" franchise, which originated in Japan, has historically utilized Western and European settings, from the iconic Raccoon City in the United States to rural Spain and Eastern Europe. Instances where the series has ventured outside this pattern include Africa in "Resident Evil 5" and a fictionalized Chinese city in "Resident Evil 6." The potential shift to a Japanese setting would mark a significant new direction for the...