Resident Evil Revelations Packaging Error: Capcom Responds to North American Release Typo

In the world of video game publishing, attention to detail is critical—especially when it comes to major franchise releases.

Capcom, the renowned developer and publisher, has encountered an unexpected hiccup ahead of the North American launch of Resident Evil Revelations for the Nintendo 3DS.

With the game's official release scheduled for early February 2012, a significant spelling error on the game’s initial packaging has drawn attention from both industry insiders and fans alike. Resident Evil Revelations, which has already reached players in Japan and Europe, marks a celebrated return to the franchise's survival horror roots on the Nintendo 3DS platform.

As advance copies of the North American version found their way into the hands of reviewers and gaming journalists, a sharp-eyed few noticed that the spine of the box featured a glaring typo: "Resident Evil Revelaitons." The misspelling quickly gained momentum across social media and was reported by multiple outlets, highlighting the importance of even the smallest elements in a high-profile game release. Capcom issued an official statement to Eurogamer in response to the incident, acknowledging the mistake: The company confirmed that it had become aware of the misspelling on the Resident Evil Revelations packaging and expressed apologies for the oversight.

Capcom further clarified that future print runs of the game would have the corrected artwork and packaging, ensuring that the error would not persist in later copies.

Additionally, Capcom reassured customers that it is actively developing a plan to offer replacement packaging for those affected by the typo, and directed players to capcom-unity.com for ongoing updates and instructions. The typo, while notable, does not affect the content or quality of Resident Evil Revelations itself.

As reviewers have confirmed, the game stands as a strong entry in the Resident Evil series, blending atmospheric exploration and tense encounters within the limitations and strengths of the Nintendo 3DS hardware.

It serves as a reminder that even in an industry where digital downloads are on the rise, physical packaging remains a key aspect of consumer and collector experiences. With Capcom taking swift action to rectify the error and support affected players, the focus is expected to remain on Resident Evil Revelations' gameplay and storytelling rather than its brief packaging mishap.

For further updates, customers are advised to follow announcements through Capcom-Unity and official Capcom channels.

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