Resident Evil Requiem: A New Era of Fear Begins

 

Resident Evil Requiem: A New Era of Fear Begins

Capcom has officially lifted the veil on Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth mainline entry in the legendary survival horror franchise—and it’s shaping up to be a chilling tribute to everything that came before.

Set 30 years after the destruction of Raccoon City, Requiem returns to the birthplace of the outbreak with a fresh perspective and a haunting new protagonist: Grace Ashcroft, an introverted FBI analyst with a sharp mind and a shaky trigger finger. Unlike the battle-hardened heroes of past entries, Grace is vulnerable, reactive, and deeply human—making her journey through the horrors of Raccoon City all the more immersive.

Capcom’s RE Engine is once again flexing its muscles, delivering hyper-realistic visuals down to the sweat on Grace’s brow and the natural sway of her hair—modeled using a custom wig, no less. Players can switch between first- and third-person perspectives, allowing for both intimate terror and cinematic action.

Originally conceived as an online title, Requiem was reimagined as a single-player, offline experience after Capcom listened to fan feedback. The result? A game that leans hard into psychological horror, with a theme the devs call “addictive fear”—the kind that keeps you coming back for more, even when your heart’s racing.

And while fan-favorite Leon Kennedy’s return remains unconfirmed, the developers have hinted that his unshakable cool might not mesh with the game’s horror-first tone. Still, with Requiem launching just ahead of the franchise’s 30th anniversary on February 27, 2026, there’s plenty of room for surprises.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer ready to face the darkness, Resident Evil Requiem promises a terrifying homecoming you won’t forget.