Resident Evil 9 Officially Revealed: Requiem Arrives in 2026

The wait is over! Capcom has officially announced the next installment in the iconic Resident Evil franchise: Resident Evil Requiem. Revealed at Summer Game Fest 2025, this ninth mainline entry promises a bold shift in tone and gameplay, arriving on February 27, 2026.

First Look at Resident Evil Requiem

The debut trailer showcased at Summer Game Fest 2025 hints at a destroyed Raccoon City, potentially suggesting an open-world design. We even get a glimpse of the Raccoon City Police Department in ruins.

Resident Evil Requiem is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S. Get ready to dive into a new era of survival horror!

Story and Characters

The game introduces a potential new playable character, Grace Ashcroft, an FBI technical analyst investigating a series of strange deaths. Forced to confront her past at the scene of her mother's murder, Grace finds herself at the center of a terrifying mystery.

Is Grace the only playable character? Will established characters like Leon S. Kennedy make an appearance? While Capcom's official website doesn't offer specific details, it teases "technological advancements" and "a story with rich characters and gameplay that's more immersive than ever before."

What to Expect

Capcom's official blurb paints a picture of intense survival horror:

• "Requiem for the dead. Nightmare for the living."
• "Prepare to escape death in a heart-stopping experience that will chill you to your core."
• "A new era of survival horror begins in 2026."

The game is a follow-up to Resident Evil Village in 2021. Expect a reinvigorating return to survival horror, building upon the foundations of Resident Evil 7 and the successful remakes of older titles like Resident Evil 4.

Release Date and Platforms

Mark your calendars! Resident Evil Requiem arrives on February 27, 2026, on the following platforms:

• PC
• PlayStation 5
• Xbox Series X and S

Get Ready for Resident Evil Requiem!

The reveal of Resident Evil Requiem has ignited excitement among fans. With its promise of a bold new direction, immersive gameplay, and terrifying story, it's shaping up to be a must-play for survival horror enthusiasts.

Are you ready to face the nightmare? Pre-order your copy of Resident Evil Requiem today and prepare to escape death in 2026!