The pricing structure for next-gen games is still a bit nebulous, and it seems that Capcom isn't quite ready to discuss its pricing strategy. In its latest financial results conference call, the company was asked directly about how PS5 and Xbox Series X titles would be priced – and told attendees they would have to "wait for future announcements."
The full response on the English transcript reads, "There is nothing I can talk about at this time. Please wait for future announcements." Unfortunately, there's no indication as to which executive made the comment, but it seems to fall in line with what we've seen from the company thus far. Capcom is likely watching what happens with other titles set at a $70 price point over the next few months, to see if it can get away with doing the same for its titles.
Next-gen gaming is less than two weeks away, so Capcom is going to have to spill the beans soon. Right now, it's biggest title, Resident Evil Village, is planned for a 2021 release, although it still doesn't have a rating or even an MSRP. Like all Resident Evil title before it, it's expected to be one of the best-sellers of the year – so long as the price is right.
To say that next-gen pricing is confusing would be an understatement. Some games are getting free upgrades to PS5 and Xbox Series X, others are receiving remasters at a discounted price (including Capcom's Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition at $40), while brand-new titles are going for both $60 and $70, depending on the publisher. The playing field for pricing is a bit chaotic right now, and you can't blame Capcom for waiting to see how things shake out. Of course, we'd love to see prices stay at $60 and hope that publishers do what they can to keep their games affordable.
For now, it seems that we'll need to let the next-gen chaos die down before Capcom makes an official statement. Here's hoping it's good news.
Source: Capcom