Fans of the Resident Evil franchise just received a surge of excitement as reliable leaker Dusk Golem shared new information about the highly anticipated Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake. According to the leaks, Capcom’s development is running smoothly, with the game scheduled to launch before the Resident Evil 0 Remake, which had its production restarted from scratch last year.

One of the biggest changes comes in the form of Albert Wesker’s expanded role. Not only will he have a stronger narrative presence, but the game will also dive deeper into his ties with the mysterious H.C.F. organization, Umbrella’s long-standing rival. This expansion promises fresh cutscenes, new lore, and more intense character development.

A particularly exciting revelation is the Wesker vs. Chris confrontation, which will now evolve into a full-scale boss fight rather than a simple cutscene. Interestingly, Alexia Ashford’s arc won’t be directly tied to this encounter, suggesting Capcom is reshaping certain narrative beats to enhance gameplay flow.

Meanwhile, the iconic Rockfort Island has been reimagined as a semi-open world environment. Claire Redfield will reportedly start her journey by repairing a motorcycle, which she’ll then use as a traversal mechanic—adding a brand-new layer of exploration and freedom to the experience.

With these changes, Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake looks to be more than just a graphical overhaul. It’s shaping up to be a modern reinvention of a fan-favorite classic, blending nostalgic horror with bold new gameplay elements.