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The reception of the Resident Evil 4 Remake indicates that the franchise is betting too much on Chris Redfield when Leon Kennedy is still around.
Earlier this year, Resident Evil 4 hit shelves and digital storefronts worldwide and reminded fans everywhere why Leon Kennedy is the most beloved character in the franchise. Leon was introduced to gamers in Resident Evil 2 and became a fan favorite thanks to his role in the original version of the fourth game. This makes it all the more bizarre that, even after the Resident Evil 4 remake, the series seems committed to keeping Chris Redfield the center of attention.
While not the main character of Resident Evil 7: Biohazard or Resident Evil Village, Chris Redfield still played a major role in both games. He originally appeared at the end of the seventh game, aiding Ethan Winters in his struggles before starring in a separate piece of DLC. His character had a larger role in Village, but it wasn't really clear what he was up to until much later in the game. With Resident Evil 9 reportedly set to center around Chris Redfield, it begs whether the franchise is betting too much on the character.