Overview

• Capcom revealed first Requiem gameplay footage showcasing seamless switching between first-person horror immersion and third-person action
• Grace Ashcroft, an introverted FBI analyst who must overcome her fears, is introduced as the series’ first lead defined by vulnerability
• Director Koshi Nakanishi confirmed Leon Kennedy was passed over as protagonist because his established resilience would undermine the horror focus
• Requiem revisits Raccoon City 30 years after the outbreak, with its title serving as a tribute to the franchise’s origins
• Resident Evil: Requiem is officially set to launch on February 27, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X and PC