Resident Evil Requiem details gameplay, story, collaborations, and more

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Capcom has shared fresh details about Resident Evil Requiem, including gameplay videos, screenshots, and information about its partnerships with Porsche and Hamilton.

Here are the details:

Gameplay and Story

In Resident Evil Requiem, players will experience a thrilling blend of action and horror through the eyes of two main characters: FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and veteran agent Leon Kennedy. The game uniquely allows you to switch between playing as either character in either first-person, for a more immersive experience, or third-person, for fast-paced action – and you can change perspectives whenever you like.

  • Leon Kennedy – Leon, experienced in both hand-to-hand combat and firearms, is investigating a series of suspicious deaths. While navigating this deadly situation, he’s able to wield a variety of weapons and execute close-quarters combat maneuvers with the all-new hatchet. Perfect Leon’s skills as you time your moves to parry enemy attacks, turn the tables as you attack with a chainsaw seized from an enemy, and pull off exhilarating finishing moves to deliver the final blow.
  • Grace Ashcroft – Grace begins her survival journey in a sanatorium overrun with zombies, requiring fierce judgement when deciding which enemies to fight and which to avoid. Limited resources and carrying capacity force the player to make critical decisions that can mean life or death. Acquiring a special device allows Grace to craft vital items using infected blood, unlocking the opportunity to diversify your attack strategies. The Requiem assault revolver, a special nod to the game’s name, is a custom gun boasting immense power and will likely be your last resort for survival. With limited ammo, will you use it right away or save your ammo for the horrors ahead?
  • Zombies – The zombies in this game have lost their minds, however some seem fixated on actions from their lives before death. A chef obsessed with cooking, a singer who keeps singing, a janitor who polishes mirrors endlessly…Could you exploit their behaviors to outmaneuver them?
  • Elpis – Elpis is the keyword that connects everything: the death of Grace’s mother, Alyssa Ashcroft; Grace’s own past; and the story connected to Leon. It’s up to you, the player, to unravel the mystery that leads to the truth behind the events depicted in Resident Evil Requiem.
  • Difficulty – Players can choose from multiple difficulties when experiencing the horror and action. Casual offers aim assist, plus more forgiving player health and enemy durability. Standard (Classic) heightens the tension, requiring Ink Ribbons for each save while playing as Grace, demanding strategy not only in resource management but also when to save.

Platforms & Technology

Starting February 27, 2026, Resident Evil Requiem will be available on several platforms, including PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic Games Store, and GeForce NOW. If you buy the game on Steam or the Epic Games Store, you can also play it on less powerful PCs using GeForce NOW. Plus, GeForce NOW lets you stream the game on mobile devices and TVs, so you can play anywhere. You’ll need a separate GeForce NOW subscription to use the service.

Before its global launch, Resident Evil Requiem is being fine-tuned to run well on many different PCs. Players with powerful computers will be able to take advantage of the latest NVIDIA technology, including DLSS 4 and path tracing, for faster performance and better graphics.

Collaborations

We’re excited to announce a special partnership with Hamilton, the renowned watchmaker! They’ve created two beautiful watch models – the Khaki Field Auto Chrono (inspired by Leon) and the Pan Europ Automatic (inspired by Grace) – faithfully recreating the watches seen on the characters in the game. These limited-edition watches will be available starting February 27th, the same day Resident Evil Requiem is released. Only 2,000 units will be available globally, so don’t miss out!

As a huge fan, I’m so excited about this! They’ve teamed up with Porsche to bring a super-fast, customized Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT into the game. What’s really cool is they used complex 3D printing to make it fit the game’s dark and gritty style. It’s totally fitting that Leon gets to drive this amazing SUV – it’s a legendary car for a legendary character, and it really emphasizes the game’s focus on both performance and just trying to survive!

Additional Announcements

Even more announcements and details revealed in the Resident Evil Showcase include:

  • Grace and Leon Figures – The release of 1/6 scale figures of Grace and Leon will be available for purchase this fall, with various display options as individual pieces or combined as a set. These figures also match those produced in prior Collector’s Editions, creating a quintessential collection when placed together.
  • 30th Anniversary – Celebrate 30 years of Resident Evil with special Resident Evil Symphony of Legacy orchestral performances across Japan, North America and Europe later this year. Stay tuned for more information.

And as a reminder…

  • Two Epic Editions – Resident Evil Requiem will be available in both Standard and Deluxe editions, with the Deluxe edition featuring the same base game as the Standard edition, plus an exclusive pack of five costumes, four weapon skins, two screen filters, two charms, and more!
  • Special Pre-Order Bonus – Pre-orders are available now, and all pre-orders will receive Grace’s gritty costume “Apocalypse” as a bonus.
  • Switch Things Up – Resident Evil 7 biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil Village Gold Edition will also release on Nintendo Switch 2 the same day that Resident Evil Requiem drops, featuring post-story scenarios and extra game modes. Grab the full bundle with the Resident Evil Generation Pack, exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2, featuring Resident Evil 7 Biohazard Gold Edition, Resident Evil Village Gold Edition, and the all-new Resident Evil Requiem.
  • Flaunt Your Fandom in Fortnite! – In celebration of Capcom’s introduction into the Epic Games Store, players who purchase Resident Evil Requiem via Epic Games Store will receive special Resident Evil-themed collaboration items in Fortnite like the Grace outfit! We’ll have more details to share soon.
  • Play Like a Pro! – The special edition Resident Evil Requiem Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller featuring designs from the game and styled in gunmetal-inspired black will be available from Nintendo on launch day.
  • First-Ever Resident Evil Amiibo – Grace from Resident Evil Requiem will become the first-ever Resident Evil amiibo, available starting in Summer 2026.
  • Nerves of Steel – Experience Resident Evil Requiem like never before with the Premium Steelbook Edition featuring the full game, Deluxe Edition contents, and a limited-edition lenticular card exclusive to this release. Available while supplies last.

The excitement doesn’t end with this reveal! We’ll be sharing more thrilling news about Resident Evil Requiem as we get closer to its release, so stay tuned!

The new game, Resident Evil Requiem, will be released on February 27th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (through Steam).

I just watched the Resident Evil Showcase – you can find the recording down below! They also dropped a bunch of new screenshots, which you can check out in the gallery.

Resident Evil Showcase: January 15, 2026

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2026-01-16 01:47