Dino Crisis’s Absence Explained: Monster Hunter’s Rise and The Lack of Demand

Shinji Mikami, the creator of the Dino Crisis series, has addressed the lack of a revival for the beloved survival horror franchise. Mikami, often referred to as the father of Resident Evil, revealed in an interview with Eurogamer at Gamescom that the success of Monster Hunter has overshadowed Dino Crisis. He believes that the franchise’s focus on dinosaur-based gameplay has been largely fulfilled by Monster Hunter’s recent success, diminishing the appeal of reviving Dino Crisis. Despite a recent survey suggesting a large player base eager for a new Dino Crisis, Mikami was surprised by the results, as he had perceived a lower level of interest in the series. This revelation provides insight into the challenges of resurrecting dormant franchises in a competitive gaming market.