Netflix has decided not to renew Resident Evil for a second season, a move reported by media outlets covering the streaming industry.
The project faced a challenging reception from audiences and critics alike, and it failed to sustain momentum after its debut. Within three weeks of its release, it dropped out of the platform’s top ten most watched shows, while production costs remained high, adding pressure on the overall return on investment.
The critical response was mixed, and viewer reactions echoed that sentiment. On Metacritic, the series earned a score of 53 out of 100, and Rotten Tomatoes reported a 55% positive rating. Audience feedback reflected a cooler reception, with about 27% giving it a favorable verdict. Taken together, the reception was rather restrained and did not meet expectations for a franchise adaptation on a major streaming service.
Netflix had previously explored expanding the Resident Evil universe beyond the live-action series. In parallel, the animated entry Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness reached audiences earlier, and while it helped broaden the brand, the question of a third installment remained unresolved. In related entertainment news, CDPR announced a collaboration with PUREARTS to release new figures inspired by key art from The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine, tying ongoing game industry partnerships to a broader gaming culture narrative.
Source: VG Times