Both Resident Evil 5 and a CG feature film are clawing at the doors, attempting to get, so the time’s never been better for Capcom to really maximise on the horror franchise. So it’s not all that surprising to hear a remake of the GameCube version of the original Resident Evil is being put together for the Wii.

Essentially, this is a remake of a remake, since the GameCube version updated the graphics and added new areas to the map along with extra weaponry. The Wii version will hopefully tweak the winning formula just a little bit more, and remind us all why this franchise has become such a classic in the horror/survival genre.

The Japanese gamers will apparently be receiving the new Resident Evil game on Christmas Day 2008, though worldwide launches have yet to be set. Might I suggest Valentine’s Day, 2009?