Zach Cregger’s fresh Resident Evil reboot, released wide on September 18, has driven trader sentiment through its record-breaking critical reception. The film earned Certified Fresh status with a Tomatometer of 95% from over 200 reviews, easily the highest for any video game adaptation and well ahead of Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Critics highlight the director’s blend of propulsive horror, practical effects, and Austin Abrams’ comedic timing in an original story that captures the games’ tension without relying on established characters. This momentum, building from Cregger’s prior hits like Weapons and Barbarian, has solidified expectations for a final score in the mid-90s range ahead of any late review shifts.