Dinosaurs may be extinct, but the hopes of Dino Crisis fans certainly aren't – especially now that Capcom has filed a new trademark for the long-dormant survival horror franchise.
Capcom has just filed a new trademark for Dino Crisis in Japan, and of course the Internet is abuzz with speculation. Could this be the first real sign of a remake or sequel? Or is this just another case of a publisher keeping its IPs in check, ensuring they don't fall into the abyss of forgotten franchises? The jury – well, Reddit – is still out.
The Dino-Sized Demand For A Revival
If there's one thing we know for sure, it's that fans are hungry for more Dino Crisis. Last summer, Capcom held its massive Super Elections poll, gathering feedback from over 250,000 players in 220 countries around the world. The main question: Which series would you like to see revived or continued? And the resounding answer? Dino Crisis. More than 80,000 fans cast their votes, making it the clear winner of the poll. This was no small victory – it was a T-Rex-sized demand for a comeback.
Capcom took note, but whether they'll actually act on that fan enthusiasm remains to be seen. The franchise, which last saw a mainline release in 2003 (Dino Crisis 3, which we're all trying to forget), has been silent for over two decades. The fans have spoken, but will Capcom listen?
A Trademark Is Filed – But What Does It Mean?
Fast forward to today, and this new trademark filing has reignited the flames of speculation. Some fans see this as a hopeful sign, a possible prelude to a remake or long-awaited sequel. After all, Capcom is on a roll with remakes – just look at the success of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4. Wouldn't it make perfect sense for them to dust off another classic survival horror title?
But not everyone is convinced. Many Reddit users remain skeptical, pointing out that Capcom regularly renews trademarks for its old IPs to maintain legal control over them. Such a filing doesn't necessarily mean that a new game is in development – it could just be business as usual.
However, Capcom has a history of surprising fans. The company has been known to play its cards close to its chest, only to suddenly drop major announcements when people least expect it. Remember how no one saw Resident Evil 2 Remake coming until it was officially revealed? Maybe, just maybe, Dino Crisis will get the same treatment.