A leak has surfaced indicating that a new Dead Rising game is in production, potentially set in Hollywood, featuring the series’ beloved protagonist, Frank West. This would mark the first mainline Dead Rising title since Dead Rising 4 in 2016, which received mixed reviews and disappointing sales.

Although there was a remaster of the original Dead Rising released last year, the franchise has been largely dormant for nearly a decade. Initial rumors of a reboot began circulating in 2023, but there have been few developments until now. Many fans had assumed that Dead Rising was finished, but Capcom has a history of reviving popular franchises after long breaks. The lengthy gap between Dragon’s Dogma and its sequel in 2024 serves as a recent example, and given the success of Dead Rising, it isn’t surprising to see Capcom reconsidering the franchise.

According to a recent report from MP1st, this new entry is not a remake or remaster, but a completely new installment featuring Frank West. The game is codenamed “Rec” and might be a direct sequel to the first in the series. The connection with Dead Rising 4 remains unclear at this time, but West’s return includes his iconic camera for capturing photographs—an enduring element of the series.

The game may take place in a scripted environment focused on a movie studio lot, with Frank forced into challenges by an eccentric film director to assist in movie production. If true, this title could fully utilize its Los Angeles backdrop, with Dead Rising survivors appearing as actors hiding out due to the zombie apocalypse. The staple game mechanic of rescuing survivors is expected to return.

In summary, this upcoming Dead Rising title aims to capture the essence of what made the franchise revered among fans. The report also hints at the return of notorious Psychopaths as “minions” of the director, with one such character being saved early in the game, who will subsequently film everything while carrying explosives.

Fans of the series don’t want radical changes; they desire the unique combination of humor and intense gameplay that characterized previous entries. However, they should be prepared for the inevitable wait, as MP1st describes that this project is “still a considerable distance away.”