Unmasking the Hilarious Moment: Why Resident Evil Should Never Stop Teasing Chris Redfield

Despite being one of the most renowned horror gaming franchises in history, the Resident Evil series typically doesn't take itself too seriously. While recent installments like Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village have emphasized the horror aspect of survival horror more than previous games, they still feature quirky moments. Capcom wholeheartedly embraces these moments, often playfully acknowledging them with a tongue-in-cheek tone.

Whether it's the exaggerated portrayal of campy villains like Albert Wesker or the inclusion of bombastic action sequences that don't quite match the game's overall tone, the Resident Evil franchise can be quite silly at times. One specific sequence involving Chris Redfield has gained notoriety and become a beloved meme in the gaming community. This meme should be continued in future Resident Evil games, as it adds an amusing element to the series.

Resident Evil Should Keep Mocking Chris Redfield's Infamous Boulder Punch Scene

The Chris Redfield boulder-punching sequence in Resident Evil 5 is infamous among fans for being one of the franchise's wackier moments. Taking place in an active volcano, Chris Redfield faces a giant boulder blocking his path and decides to punch it, requiring players to engage in a quicktime event. This sequence became iconic and gained notoriety among fans, eventually becoming a popular meme. However, in recent years, fans have embraced the sequence as a representation of the series' campy nature and have celebrated it.

Capcom has shown no hesitation in poking fun at the famous scene. In Resident Evil Village, towards the end, Chris Redfield leads the BSAA in a siege on the game's titular European village while Ethan Winters engages in a boss fight with the mutant cult leader, Karl Heisenberg. In a fit of rage and nearing death, Heisenberg shouts that he will kill the "boulder-punching asshole," referring to Redfield and the iconic Resident Evil incident. Although this line raises questions about how Heisenberg could be aware of the notorious moment, it serves as an enjoyable nod to fans and demonstrates Capcom's willingness to self-deprecate and mock themselves.

There have been strong speculations about Chris Redfield appearing in Resident Evil 9. If this holds true, Capcom should definitely incorporate another reference to the boulder-punching scene, similar to their playful nods to phrases like "Jill Sandwich" and the "Master of Unlocking." However, instead of a direct voice line alluding to the moment, Resident Evil 9 could subtly include references through item or weapon descriptions, or even as the name of a trophy or achievement.

However, there is potential for more explicit references in a potential remake of Resident Evil 5. The post-credits scene in the Resident Evil 4 Remake sets the stage for a remake of Resident Evil 5, making it likely that fans will eventually witness a completely revamped version of the memorable boulder-punching scene. Capcom now has a golden opportunity to push the boundaries and make it even more outrageous than ever before, amplifying the absurdity of the moment.