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Capcom Re-Releases Original Resident Evil Trilogy on Steam

4/12/2026

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Capcom Co., Ltd. re-released the original Resident Evil trilogy on Steam for $4.99, making the classic games legally accessible.
The move follows challenges in obtaining retro games due to publisher decisions and shutdowns of older-console storefronts.
According to GOG's managing director, significant persuasion convinced Capcom to release the originals rather than remakes.

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Capcom Co., Ltd. re-released the original Resident Evil trilogy on Steam for $4.99, making the classic games legally accessible.
The move follows challenges in obtaining retro games due to publisher decisions and shutdowns of older-console storefronts.
According to GOG's managing director, significant persuasion convinced Capcom to release the originals rather than remakes.