Resident Evil Villageis just around the corner, with its release less than two months away. Although there are still many details about the game being kept under wraps, Capcom has treated fans with numerous trailers, previews, and evena playable demoto give them a glimpse of what to expect from the upcoming game.
Given thatResident Evil Villageis shaping up to be one of the hottest horror games of the year, it is unsurprising that theories on specific details of its story keep surfacing online. Although it remains to be seen how the game’s plot would play out, here are some of the craziest yet convincing theories aboutResident Evil Village.
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Claire Redfield is in Trouble
In one ofResident Evil Village’strailers, Capcom revealed a new character called Lady Dimitrescu, who has since captured theResident Evilfanbase’s interest. Alongside Dimitrescu is what appears to be a coven of female vampires, and some believe that one of them could be Claire Redfield. Of course, while this theory remains unlikely, one of the vampire women shown in the trailer does resemble Claire a little. Assuming that this theory is true, it would explain whyChris Redfield has been depicted as a villainin the past trailers, given that he could be doing bad things to save his sister.
Some believe that Lady Dimitrescu specifically targeted Claire to force Chris to do her evil work. It was mentioned in the trailer that Dimitrescu is involved in a ritual that could involve Ethan and Mia Winters' baby. The trailer also showed Chris holding the baby, and it is possible that hekidnapped the daughter of Ethan in exchange for Claire. While this theory is quite convincing, it remains to be seen whether there is some shred of truth to it once the game releases.
Chris Redfield is Infected
Another significant theory currently swirling online is that Chris Redfield is infected by whichever virus or parasite the game will revolve around. Although Capcom made no comments regarding Chris’s possible infection, the developer released a cryptic photo suggesting that the rumor is true. In the said photo,Chris is seen with half of his face resembling a werewolf, which strengthened the speculation that he is infected and under control by the game’s true villains. It is worth remembering that protagonists getting infected are nothing new to the franchise, given that both Jill Valentine and Leon Kennedy suffered from the same fate.
Lady Dimitrescu is a Tyrant
WhenCapcom revealed Lady Dimitrescu, many were surprised with how tall she is. Capcom later confirmed that Lady Dimitrescu is 9'6" tall, making her larger than some ofResident Evil’styrants, such as Nemesis and Mr. X. Currently, many believe that she is a vampire. However, how exactly she became one remains a mystery. However, some also think that Lady Dimitrescu is a tyrant, which explains her enormous height. However, assuming that this is true, then Lady Dimitrescu might be the most advanced tyrant in the game so far, given that she appears to have a unique personality and some human traits.
Mia Winters is Related to the Vampires
Before Capcom’s announcement that Ethan and Mia Winters will be returning inResident Evil Village, many thought thatResident Evilwould be their last. However, it has been made clear now that during the time betweenResident Evil 7andResident Evil Village,Ethan and Mia had a baby, who will play an essential role in the upcoming game. According to theories,Mia Winters herself is related to either Lady Dimitrescuor one of the women in her coven.
Although this is a possibility, the likeliest explanation regarding the involvement of Ethan and Mia’s daughter might have something to do with Mia herself. It is worth remembering that inResident Evil 7, Mia Winters was infected with the Mold. It was also heavily implied that Ethan could have been infected as well, but this remains unclear. Towards the end of the game, Ethan was able to cure Mia of her infection. Despite this,remnants of the Moldor some other unique attributes were likely passed over to Mia’s daughter, making her a key element in whatever ritual Lady Dimutrescu is planning to do.
Resident Evil Villageis releasing on June 06, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series consoles.
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