Capcom’s horror masterpiece “Resident Evil Requiem (Resident Evil 9: Requiem/Resident Evil 9: Requiem)” has recently unexpectedly caused a topic in the Japanese version, not because of the plot or gameplay, but because the harmony method is too weird. Many players posted comparison pictures on the community, pointing out that the Japanese version’s censorship process did not look like a normal correction, but instead looked like the screen texture was broken, causing the immersion to instantly collapse.
It’s not that there is less blood, it’s that it becomes black.
Players pointed out that the Japanese version of “Resident Evil Requiem” does not simply reduce the level of gore, but directly covers some violent scenes with large black materials, such as scenes involving details of organs or corpses. The models and compositions are still there, but the key visual information is completely blackened. This approach made many people complain that it looked like the wrong sticker, and some even said it was more awkward than the traditional mosaic.
CERO review has always been tough
In fact, Japan’s CERO rating system has always been strict on violence. In the past, the “Resident Evil” series has been adjusted in the Japanese version many times due to bloody or severed limbs. For example, “Resident Evil 2 Remake” also had some scenes deleted or modified, so it is not surprising that a harmonious version appears this time. What really triggered the discussion was that the handling method this time was considered too rough.
What players are dissatisfied about is the attitude, not the censorship
Community voices show that most players are not opposed to the censorship itself, but are questioning the quality of presentation. Some comments pointed out that if it was normal editing or replacement performance, everyone would accept it, but this kind of black masking, which looks like a temporary patch, looks more like a rush job. Some players even said that this treatment is more entertaining than the bloody scenes.
There is no official response yet, but the MOD community is ready to take action.
Capcom has yet to issue an official statement on the controversy, but discussions have continued on forums and in the community. Some players are beginning to look forward to the official release of correction updates, and some people say that if the official does not deal with it, the PC player community may improve the display effect through MODs.
Overall, the controversy over the Japanese version of “Resident Evil Requiem” actually reflects an old problem: when regional censorship standards conflict with the core style of the game, how developers balance regulations and experience has always been the most difficult question in global publishing strategies.