# Iconic Video Game Illustrations Richard Michaud Ends 'Resident Evil' Series With Awesome Tribute By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-michaud-resident-evil References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/_re5/172647) & [richard-michaud](http://richard-michaud.com/) All good things must come to an end, and after over 10 years of mainstream attention that has included 5 games and 3 [major motion pictures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/droga5s-wake-up), ‘Resident Evil’ looks to be closing up shop on what is the most [iconic video game collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riki-8bit-game-collection) of all time. Richard Michaud has put together an amazing collection of Resident Evil photos that really accentuate the final game’s main characters. The series follows Chris (muscular dark haired fellow) through zombie-fighting adventures. This collection is skillfully done and really puts a nice little ending to an iconic video game. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Iconic Video Game Illustrations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize iconic video game illustrations to create merchandise or art collections that appeal to gaming enthusiasts. - **Resident Evil Tribute:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a virtual reality game or immersive experience based on the Resident Evil series to provide fans with an interactive and immersive way to engage with the franchise. - **Closing of Resident Evil Series:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a new horror game franchise that fills the void left by the conclusion of the Resident Evil series. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative gaming technologies or platforms that enhance the gaming experience and attract a wider audience. - **Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with renowned artists to create unique and limited-edition art pieces inspired by video game franchises like Resident Evil. - **Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce high-quality merchandise featuring iconic video game illustrations, targeting the growing market of gaming enthusiasts and collectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Game-Inspired Limited Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hamilton-resident-evil-requiem.md) - [Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-art-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Retro Games Site](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-games-site.md) - [Reimagined Horror Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resident-evil-4.md) - [Tokyo Gaming Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capcom-creation.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Streetwear Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-x-marvel-x-capcom-collection.md) - [Survival Strategy Mobile Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resident-evil-survival-unit.md) - [Nostalgic Game Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riki-8bit-game-collection.md) - [Recreated Video Game Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-to-plate.md)