Capcom took the stage at the Game Awards 2025 to unveil a new trailer and fresh details about Resident Evil Requiem, the upcoming chapter in its legendary survival-horror series built on the powerful RE ENGINE. Expected on February 27, 2026 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch 2, the game promises an intense, chilling adventure into Raccoon City, a key location in the saga. Framed as a spiritual successor to Resident Evil Outbreak, this new installment combines an original storyline blending suspense, exploration, and visceral horror, all while staying true to the series’ core essence.
During the gaming awards ceremony, it was announced that Resident Evil Requiem will bring back Leon S. Kennedy as a playable character—a reveal confirmed by the Game Awards 2025 trailer after a leak on the PlayStation Store. The game will follow a duo consisting of Leon and the new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, as they investigate a series of mysterious deaths that could shed light on the dark secrets of the Raccoon City incident from 1998.
Their investigations intersect in an abandoned hotel, each following a different lead—Leon relying on his on-the-ground experience, even wielding a symbolic chainsaw—while Grace learns to survive as events unfold, setting the stage for a gripping survival horror experience that fans of the franchise won’t want to miss.
"Requiem for the dead. Hell for the living. Resident Evil Requiem is the ninth game in the main Resident Evil series.
Prepare to escape death in an intense, blood-curdling experience. A new era of survival horror begins in 2026.Technological advances combined with the rich experience of the development team, give birth to a story with fascinating characters and a gameplay more immersive than ever".
In Resident Evil Requiem, players take on the role of Grace Ashcroft, daughter of journalist Alyssa Ashcroft, who returns to Raccoon City eight years after her mother's death. Described as an FBI agent, Grace evolves in an oppressive and threatening environment, mixing exploration, infiltration and survival. Capcom is announcing a more immersive experience than ever before, thanks to striking realism: " realistic facial expressions, skin textures and even sweat droplets rendered with the utmost fidelity ", they explain. The team promises modernized gameplay, designed to take full advantage of the power of next-gen consoles.
The first trailer, lasting over three minutes, also highlighted the tense atmosphere of the game and the lurking dangers in the ruins of Raccoon City, including the well-known RPD police station that fans will recognize. Dubbed as a "new era of survival horror", Resident Evil Requiem appears to steer toward a dark, visceral narrative. Capcom states: "Advanced technology combined with the team's extensive experience is creating a story with compelling characters and gameplay that is more immersive than ever.
Our Preview of Resident Evil Requiem:
Ahead of Paris Games Week, our team got early access to the highly anticipated demo beloved by fans of the franchise... And they won't be disappointed, because horror is very much alive here, lurking in the shadows and just waiting for the perfect moment to make you jump out of your seat!
Graphically, it's stunning. From what we've seen, the game is polished, crisp, and smooth. The lighting effects are particularly impressive, adding an eerie atmosphere. The creature chasing you (yes, you're being stalked by a monster — surprise!) is genuinely terrifying, and your heartbeat will race during these tense chases.
In terms of gameplay, there aren’t many drastic changes from previous titles, but it remains just as effective. Essentially, your goal is to find objects to unlock routes and escape the hospital where you're trapped. And of course, silence and darkness are your best friends when the monster appears — any noise or light could mean a quick demise and a transformation into one of the creature’s victims.
A promising taste of what's to come, sure to give fans plenty to chew on.
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