Here’s what’s publicly known about Resident Evil Requiem as of 2026:
- Release window and platforms: Capcom announced Resident Evil Requiem as the ninth mainline entry, set to launch February 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and later confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 at launch [2][6]. The Verge and Capcom communications corroborate the February 27, 2026 release date across multiple platforms [4][6].
- Key cast and setting: The game introduces FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft as a new playable character, with returning protagonist Leon S. Kennedy aiding the investigation into the Raccoon City aftermath. Trailers have shown Grace and Leon exploring dangerous locations and facing a new biothreat tied to the legacy of Umbrella.[1][3]
- Narrative and scope: Requiem continues the series’ survival horror focus, featuring interconnected conspiracies around Elpis, the Connections, and a larger global shadow story affecting both protagonists and survivors from Raccoon City.[3][4]
- Marketing and leaks: Ahead of launch, there were leaks and spoilage concerns, prompting Capcom to urge fans not to share spoilers and to pursue takedown actions to preserve the experience. Industry figures have publicly condemned leaks related to the title.[1]
- DLC and post-launch plans: Reports and videography around early 2026 show plans for additional modes and potential DLC content, including a Mercenaries-style mini-game and story expansions discussed by publishers and creators, with fans eagerly awaiting more details (examples include post-launch content teased in late 2025 and early 2026 media).[8][9]
Illustration: The official reveal trailer and subsequent gameplay showcases emphasize Leon and Grace navigating tense, claustrophobic environments with a blend of action and horror, characteristic of RE titles (see the reveal trailer and gameplay overview videos).[5][8]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official sources or summarize a specific aspect (story, gameplay, platforms, or DLC) with direct quotes and dates. Would you prefer a concise timeline or a deeper dive into the story and characters?
Citations:
- Release date, platforms, and official confirmation[2][6]
- New protagonist Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy collaboration[3][1]
- Survival horror narrative scope and ties to Elpis/Connections[4][3]
- Spoiler/leaks coverage and Capcom responses[1]
- Reception of marketing and post-launch content teasers[9][4][8]