Resident Evil Showcase Uncovers a Deeper Look at the Terror and Action of Resident Evil Requiem!

Resident Evil Requiem is an upcoming survival horror and action title developed and published by Capcom, launching worldwide on February 27th, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and GeForce NOW. Revealed during the latest Resident Evil Showcase, the game stars dual protagonists Leon Kennedy and FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, both playable in first-person or third-person perspective with the ability to switch views at any time. The story blends intense combat and classic survival horror as Leon investigates a string of suspicious deaths using firearms, close-quarters combat, and an all-new hatchet, while Grace fights to survive a zombie-infested sanatorium where limited resources, crafting decisions, and careful enemy avoidance are critical. Players will uncover the mystery behind Elpis, a central thread connecting Grace’s past, the death of her mother Alyssa Ashcroft, and Leon’s involvement.

Resident Evil Requiem features multiple difficulty options, including a more accessible Casual mode and a Classic-inspired Standard mode that emphasizes tension through resource management and Ink Ribbon saves when playing as Grace. The game introduces zombies with lingering behavioral obsessions from their former lives, creating opportunities for players to outmaneuver them. On the technical side, the PC version supports NVIDIA DLSS 4 and path tracing, while GeForce NOW allows play across lower-spec PCs, mobile devices, and supported televisions with a separate subscription. The showcase also revealed limited-edition collaborations with Hamilton, featuring two watch models worn by Leon and Grace, and Porsche, highlighted by a custom Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT that appears in-game as Leon’s vehicle.

Special Items

• Grace & 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.

What We Can Expect

• 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.

My Thoughts

Who isn’t excited for Resident Evil Requiem? There are multiple people at my work who talk about the game pretty frequently. They have an Umbrella Corporation background on their PCs. Scott specifically requested that we get this info out to our readers and listeners. It’s sure to be a major discussion point in the late February episode and possibly a Game of the Year candidate for a few of us. The Showcase is below for your viewing pleasure. Are you going to play it?