'Resident Evil 7' news: Release date slated for 2016?
One of the most awaited video games, "Resident Evil 7" is reported to be released by Capcom in the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) this year, despite speculations of a 2017 initial release.
Rumor has it that in the E3, Capcom will give fans a first glimpse of "Resident Evil 7," as well as new features to be added in the game. Electronic Entertainment Expo is an annual trade fair devoted to the video game industry, and is presented by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). It will be held on June 14-16, 2016 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Followers of the game will be hyped to now that the upcoming installment of the Resident Evil series will bring the storyline back to its horror roots This might be a response to the fans who were disappointed with "Resident Evil 6," as it somehow fell flat for them. Reports say that the game "focused much on gunplay as opposed to increased tension and setting,"
aspects which originally made the game popular.
In a report by Siliconera, producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi was asked for a comment with regards to fans claiming that the game is moving far from its horror and survival elements. "Since there's been more spinoff titles, I can see how it can be perceived in such a way. And of course I believe that we should produce titles that bring out the horror. I'm thinking about it and also preparing for it," he said. When asked about details concerning "Resident Evil 7," the producer did not want to divulge too much information about the video game. "We're currently not at a state to talk about it... but please stay tuned," he replied.
While a release date is yet to be announced, fans will have wait for further news once an official release is scheduled. The "Resident Evil 7" trailer can be watched here.
