Resident Evil iOS Ports Now Require A Constant Internet Connection To Play

Key Takeaways

A recent update forces Resident Evil iOS players to stay connected to the internet, even for offline play.
Players are frustrated by the sudden change and some are even considering seeking refunds for the games.
Resident Evil iOS ports have struggled with low sales, and this new requirement may further hurt their popularity.

The Resident Evil series has three ports available on iOS: Resident Evil 4, 7, and Village. Previously, players could enjoy these games offline on their Apple devices. However, a recent update now requires users to stay connected to the internet to play.

This change was first noticed by users on the iOS gaming subreddit (via The Gamer), where the update notes explicitly state, “Due to changes to the startup process, an internet connection is now required when starting this app.”

Players are advised to avoid updating the app if they wish to continue playing offline. This advice has gained traction on the subreddit, with many users urging others to skip the update to preserve offline gameplay.

Some customers, frustrated by the sudden change, have begun considering seeking refunds and are sharing tips on how to request one successfully.

This shows a dissatisfaction among players who feel that the mandatory internet connection is a step too far.

Resident Evil iOS Ports Are Struggling

The Resident Evil games on iOS have not been a major success for either Capcom or Apple. Despite the release of various AAA titles on iOS, sales figures have been underwhelming.

According to data from mobilegamer.biz, Resident Evil 4 has sold only 7,000 copies, Village 5,750 copies, and Resident Evil 7 a mere 2,000 copies.

Several factors contribute to these low sales. Only a few high-end iOS devices are compatible with these AAA titles, limiting their potential audience.

Moreover, playing a console or PC-quality game on a mobile device often doesn’t offer the best experience, which further discourages potential buyers.

The pricing of these games, which is not significantly cheaper than their console counterparts, also plays a role in their poor performance.

The new internet connection requirement only adds to these challenges, further alienating potential players and exacerbating the already sluggish sales.

Despite these setbacks, there are still plans to port more games to iOS, including Resident Evil 2. However, given the current state of things, the future of these ports appears uncertain.