The Ultimate Zombie Apocalypse: Why We Need a New Dead Rising Game After the Triumphs of Dying Light 2 and Dead Island 2

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Techland's Dying Light 2 Stay Human and Dambuster's Dead Island 2 show that a new entry in Capcom's Dead Rising series could succeed.

Dead Rising has set the stage for franchises such as Dying Light and Dead Island by amalgamating survival horror with elements of humor and mystery.

Considering the triumph of recent Capcom releases like Resident Evil 7 and Devil May Cry 5, a potential Dead Rising sequel developed using the advanced RE Engine could potentially strike gold, taking inspiration from the accomplishments of other successful games in the genre.

Techland's Dying Light 2 Stay Human and Dambuster's Dead Island 2 have both received positive feedback upon their release. These action-RPGs with survival horror elements take place in a world infested with zombies. They are both sequels to established franchises that have successfully updated and attracted new players. The success of these games demonstrates that a modern release of Capcom's Dead Rising series could also thrive.

Dead Rising, released in 2006, was one of the Xbox 360's flagship next-gen games. It introduced an innovative gameplay experience and was reminiscent of George A. Romero's Dawn of the Dead. Capcom, already famous for its long-running survival horror franchise Resident Evil, created a new genre with Dead Rising. Its combination of humor and secrets set the stage for future franchises such as Dying Light and Dead Island.

Why Dead Rising 5 Needs To Happen

The Dead Rising series experienced great success until the release of the third installment, Dead Rising 3, which received mixed reviews from fans. The series faced further disappointment with the release of Dead Rising 4, the last game in the series, which was poorly received. Following this, there were rumors of a Dead Rising 5 in development, but it was reportedly canceled due to the dissolution of Capcom Vancouver. Since then, the only appearances of Dead Rising and its characters have been through collaborations.

However, Capcom has been on an upswing since the release of Resident Evil 7. Using their in-house RE Engine, they have successfully rebooted, rebranded, remade, and unified many of their popular franchises. Games like the Resident Evil Remakes, Devil May Cry 5, Street Fighter 6, Monster Hunter Rise, and Dragon's Dogma 2 have demonstrated that Capcom can create next-gen versions of established franchises that appeal to both old and new fans.

Given the high level of interest in these properties, creating a Dead Rising sequel using the powerful RE Engine could result in another major success. Drawing inspiration from the thriving games Dying Light and Dead Island, a new Dead Rising game could incorporate their engaging gameplay mechanics and exploration, both of which have played a significant role in their respective achievements.

These franchises offer captivating stories that can be experienced either individually or cooperatively with friends, aspects that were integral to the triumph of the original Dead Rising games. Considering the ongoing demand for this type of gameplay experience, it would be logical for Capcom to revisit its intellectual property and provide its unique interpretation of the genre once again.

Despite the prolonged inactivity of the Dead Rising franchise, the demand for a fresh installment in the series remains unabated. Whether fans of the earlier releases or enthusiasts of recent titles like Dying Light 2 or Dead Island 2, they might discover a refreshing approach to the zombie survival genre that is worth exploring. As there hasn't been any official announcement yet, players will simply have to be patient and anticipate what the future holds.