Overview

• A widely shared image from 4Chan, reposted to Reddit and X, purported to show an older Leon S. Kennedy with graying hair, a beard, and an eyepatch.
• Trusted insider AestheticGamer (Dusk Golem) stated the screenshot was fabricated, undercutting claims of Leon’s appearance in the game.
• Capcom has not verified the image or Leon’s inclusion, leaving any role for him in Requiem unresolved.
• The alleged redesign drew pushback and Big Boss/Snake comparisons across fan discussions reported by gaming outlets.
• Resident Evil Requiem remains a single-player return to Raccoon City starring Grace Ashcroft, with release set for February 27, 2026.