The upcoming game, Resident Evil Requiem, is generating a lot of buzz as its February 2026 release date approaches. Fans are eagerly dissecting every trailer and screenshot, and discussing online rumors, thanks to the series’ history and Capcom’s tendency to keep things mysterious. A major topic of speculation is whether Leon S. Kennedy, a popular character, will appear, as the game revisits the iconic Raccoon City. Recently, Stevivor spoke with producer Masato Kumazawa to discuss the game’s direction, address fan theories, and explain how it connects to the broader Resident Evil story, including any potential role for Leon.
Fans have been eagerly wondering if Leon S. Kennedy, one of Capcom’s most famous characters, would return in a new game called Requiem. However, Kumazawa has definitively stated that these rumors are false.
Look, I get it, everyone’s hyped for the next game, but I’m telling you, unless Capcom officially announces something, don’t believe the rumors. That picture of Leon with the eyepatch going around? Totally fake news, guys. I’ve seen it, and it’s not legit.
It looks like Leon won’t be in the new Resident Evil Requiem, at least according to Capcom. The interview did reveal more about the game’s main character, Grace Ashcroft. According to Kumazawa, they chose Grace because she’s vulnerable, which will make the game scarier than if they’d used a character like Claire Redfield or Rebecca Chambers. The idea is that because Grace is easily frightened, players will experience that same fear through her eyes.
A key feature of Resident Evil Requiem is its camera perspective. Players can choose between first-person and third-person views, a system that began with Resident Evil Village and aims to please both types of players. Third-person offers a better connection to the character and lets you see Grace’s expressions, while first-person provides a more intense and frightening experience.
While Resident Evil Requiem connects to the larger Resident Evil story and features characters like Grace, who is the daughter of Alyssa Ashcroft from Resident Evil Outbreak, the game’s creator, Kumazawa, has stated that you don’t need to have played previous games to enjoy it. You can jump right into Resident Evil Requiem without any prior knowledge of the series.
The most disappointing news from this interview is that fans won’t get a demo for Resident Evil Requiem. While the Beginning Hour demo for RE7 was a successful way for Capcom to introduce a new game, Kumazawa confirmed they don’t plan to offer a demo for the upcoming installment. The team is completely focused on making sure the finished game lives up to player expectations.
It’s natural for fans to speculate about characters from long-running game series making appearances in new installments. We’ve seen this with rumors about Leon in Resident Evil and, similarly, many Witcher fans are hoping to see Geralt even though the next game will focus on Ciri. Resident Evil Requiem is just another case of a dedicated fanbase wanting to revisit beloved characters.
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2025-11-17 21:11