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    Resident Evil Requiem

    "Ghosts of Raccoon City refuse to stay buried."

    February 27, 2026 PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch 2 Capcom
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    Overview

    Resident Evil Requiem drops players into a grim 2026 landscape where the ghosts of Raccoon City refuse to stay buried. As the ninth main entry in Capcom's long-running franchise, this title splits the experience between two distinct perspectives. FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft navigates terrifying environments from a first-person view, channeling the claustrophobic dread found in Resident Evil 7. Meanwhile, federal agent Leon S. Kennedy returns for the first time since 2012 with a grittier, older look and an action-heavy gameplay style reminiscent of Resident Evil 4. Players can switch between third-person and first-person views depending on which character they control.

    The narrative weaves together past traumas and new outbreaks, forcing both characters to escape death in a heart-stopping experience. While specific plot details remain guarded to preserve spoilers, the premise suggests a convergence of threats associated with the Umbrella Corporation's legacy. Grace focuses on investigation and survival horror, while Leon engages in direct confrontation and tactical action. This duality enables a unique structure where the same events are viewed through different lenses, offering fresh perspectives on familiar tropes without diluting the tension expected from the franchise.

    Gameplay

    The core loop revolves around a dual-perspective system that allows players to switch between first-person and third-person viewpoints depending on the character being controlled. As Grace Ashcroft, players navigate terrifying environments from a claustrophobic first-person perspective, channeling the intense dread and resource management established in previous entries. Conversely, when controlling Leon S. Kennedy, the gameplay shifts to an action-heavy, third-person style featuring grittier visuals and more fluid combat mechanics. The RE Engine supports advanced ray-tracing capabilities, dynamic lighting, and high-resolution textures to deliver stark contrasts between shadowy atmospheres and open arenas. On the Nintendo Switch 2, the game delivers intense action and classic survival gameplay through robust optimization strategies.

    Story

    FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and legendary agent Leon S. Kennedy face a convergence of past traumas and new outbreaks in a grim 2026 setting. The story follows the aftermath of the Raccoon City incident, described as ghosts refusing to stay buried. Both characters must escape death while dealing with lingering supernatural and biological threats tied to the Umbrella Corporation's legacy. Grace handles stealthy investigation while Leon tackles aggressive combat scenarios. The narrative structure ensures that the same events are viewed through different lenses, creating a layered storytelling experience that bridges the gap between older fans who remember his original trilogy and newer audiences introduced via the remake.

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    survival horrorLeon KennedyGrace AshcroftUmbrella CorporationRaccoon CityRE Enginedual protagonistphysical sales

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    Game Info

    Developer
    Capcom
    Publisher
    Capcom
    Engine
    RE Engine
    Release Date
    February 27, 2026
    Age Rating
    17+
    Modes
    Single-player
    Platforms
    PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch 2
    Physical Sales Split (Global)
    Near 50/50 ratio
    Physical Sales Split (France)
    More physical than digital
    Physical Sales Peak (Some Regions)
    Up to 55%
    DLC Release Window
    Late 2027
    Leon's Last Appearance
    2012

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