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Leon S. Kennedy Confirmed as Playable Co-Lead in Resident Evil Requiem

Capcom positions the sequel around parallel campaigns with contrasting playstyles to balance series horror with Leon’s action pedigree.

Overview

  • Capcom’s The Game Awards trailer confirms a dual-protagonist structure with Leon S. Kennedy joining Grace Ashcroft as playable leads.
  • The new footage spotlights Leon’s combat-heavy missions, including chainsaw attacks and signature melee moves, with an older, grizzled portrayal.
  • The trailer introduces antagonist Victor Gideon pursuing Grace and references a new pathogen called Elpis with ties to Umbrella lore.
  • Resident Evil Requiem launches February 27, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, and PC, with preorders, a Deluxe Edition, and a Porsche collaboration detailed.
  • Developers say Grace and Leon’s sections are almost equally split, as the story returns to Raccoon City locations like the police department and the Wrenwood Hotel.