Resident Evil 9has been fertile ground for speculation, since Capcom has yet to reveal anything about the next chapter in the long-running horror franchise. Right now, all that is really known aboutResident Evil 9is thatRE7director Koshi Nakanishi is set to return. This may be a small piece of the larger puzzle, but it could signal a potential continuation of the story thatRE7kicked into motion.
RE7introduced Ethan Winters, a brand-new protagonist, as he searched for his missing wife in the swamps of Louisiana. This search eventually led him to the Bakers, a family infected and mutated by a horrifying mold that antagonist Eveline used to control them. However, one member of the family was able to resist her powers.Zoe Baker served as a major help for EthaninRE7, and returning inRE9could help bring this era of the franchise full circle.
Resident Evil 9 Could Be Setting Up a Zoe Baker Return
Zoe After the Events of RE7
Since Ethan was only able to get one cure for the infection, he ultimately gave it to his wife Mia, leaving Zoe behind in Louisiana. However, Ethan made good on his promise to send help to Zoe, setting the stage for theRE7DLC,End of Zoe. In this story, Zoe’s uncle Joe is on a mission to find her, as Eveline has calcified her.Chris Redfield and Blue Umbrellaeventually save both Joe and Zoe, giving them a far happier ending than the rest of the Baker family.
There have been several leaks and rumors regardingRE9. Some of the most major are claims of Leon and Jill returning and a potential island setting where a moon-worshipping cult lives. While compelling, these claims should be met with skepticism.
Where is Zoe Baker Now?
With Zoe clearly interested in the illegal dealings that The Connections is tied up in,RE7andVillagecould be setting the stage forRE9to finally lift the veil on this mysterious organization. Ethan’s wife, Mia, wasworking for The Connectionsbefore the events ofRE7, and the franchise could be teasing an eventual climax that showcases Zoe tracking down Mia to get intel on the organization’s crimes.
There’s no telling whatthe story ofRE9has in store for fans, but The Connections remains a loose thread that is deserving of a tie-up. It’s clear that The Connections could be a serious threat due to their interest in crafting bioweapons, andRE9is hopefully ready to open the doors to a deeper dive into the group’s history.
It’s unclear if Mia Winters still has ties to The Connections.
The Connections remains a loose thread that is deserving of a tie-up.
2025 Hopefully Brings Forth an Official RE9 Announcement
It’s unlikely that a newResident Evilgame will launch this year, but 2026 seems primed to be a strong launch target. Next year is alsothe 30th anniversary of the entire franchise, so if there was ever the perfect time to releaseRE9, it would be 2026. Of course, there’s no way to know for sure until Capcom makes something official, but a fresh update on the progress ofRE9would be welcomed by a lot of eager fans.
As the wait continues, speculation and rumors are bound to remain prevalent. Any future leaks should be taken with a heavy dose of salt, too.OnceRE9is officially revealed, it will be interesting to see if there are any clues to point to Zoe Baker or The Connections making a return to the franchise.
Resident Evil 9
Resident Evil 9 is a rumoured upcoming entry in the long-running series from Capcom. Reports suggest it could be a reinvention of the series.
