Capcom Delivers Comprehensive Reveal for Resident Evil Requiem with Gameplay Details, Switch 2 Features, and Limited Collaborations
This week, Capcom hosted a special presentation to unveil Resident Evil Requiem, the highly anticipated next installment in the renowned survival horror franchise.
The showcase provided extensive insights into the game’s dual protagonists, fresh gameplay mechanics, industry collaborations, and the upcoming release across multiple hardware platforms, including the Nintendo Switch 2. Gameplay and Story Highlights Resident Evil Requiem places players in the roles of FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and legendary Division of Security Operations agent Leon Kennedy.
The game’s action-horror experience is enriched by offering both first- and third-person perspectives, which players can switch between seamlessly throughout their adventure.
As Capcom revealed in the showcase, this approach is intended to deliver heightened immersion and dynamic, moment-to-moment gameplay. Leon Kennedy returns with robust close-quarters skills, wielding a comprehensive arsenal that now includes a tactical hatchet.
Players will master parrying, counterattacks, and re-purposing enemy weapons—such as using a seized chainsaw—culminating in cinematic finishing moves.
Meanwhile, Grace Ashcroft starts in a sanatorium engulfed by the undead, where limited resources demand strategic decision-making.
Her journey introduces new mechanics, such as crafting using infected blood and a powerful custom revolver named Requiem, which serves as a last line of defense in the most dire scenarios. The environment’s zombies retain echoes of their former identities, like chefs continuing to cook or singers unable to stop performing.
Capcom’s presentation emphasized how players can use these persistent behaviors to navigate or combat enemies more effectively.
At the core of the narrative lies the mysterious element "Elpis," which connects Grace's past, her mother's fate, and the events drawing Leon into the unfolding horror.
The game offers multiple difficulty levels, with options tailored for both seasoned veterans and newcomers, ranging from casual play with aim assist to a classic survival experience requiring Ink Ribbons to save progress as Grace. Platform Availability and Technical Enhancements Capcom will release Resident Evil Requiem on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic Games Store, and GeForce NOW on February 27, 2026.
Notably, the title leverages cloud technology via GeForce NOW, enabling access on mobile devices and smart TVs as well as on PCs with modest hardware.
PC players with high-end setups will also benefit from support for NVIDIA’s latest graphical technologies—DLSS 4 and advanced path-tracing—for enhanced performance and realism. Capcom confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem will join Resident Evil 7 biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil Village Gold Edition in a special "Generation Pack" available exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
This collection provides a comprehensive narrative experience for franchise fans and newcomers alike. Exclusive Collaborations and Merchandise In a bid to celebrate the franchise’s legacy, Capcom announced a collaboration with iconic watchmaker Hamilton.
Two limited-edition models—the Khaki Field Auto Chrono for Leon and Pan Europ Automatic for Grace—will be available on launch day, with only 2,000 units globally.
Automotive enthusiasts will note the in-game appearance of a custom Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, tailor-made for Leon, seamlessly integrating performance and survival themes into Requiem’s world. Collectors can anticipate the release of 1/6 scale figures of Grace and Leon, arriving in fall 2026, and for the first time ever, a Resident Evil amiibo featuring Grace, set to launch in summer 2026.
Capcom also revealed a special Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller and a Premium Steelbook Edition, catering to those seeking exclusive physical memorabilia. Anniversary and Special Editions The showcase concluded with announcements honoring Resident Evil’s 30th anniversary, including "Symphony of Legacy" orchestral concerts in Japan, North America, and Europe.
Resident Evil Requiem will be available in Standard and Deluxe Editions, with the latter offering extra costumes, weapon skins, display filters, and more.
All pre-orders grant early access to the exclusive "Apocalypse" costume for Grace. For Fortnite fans, purchasing Resident Evil Requiem from the Epic Games Store will unlock exclusive crossover cosmetic items celebrating the partnership between Capcom and Epic Games. With Resident Evil Requiem’s ambitious cross-platform release and expansive collaborations, Capcom is poised to redefine the survival horror experience for both franchise loyalists and new players.
The countdown continues toward the February 27, 2026 launch, with more updates and announcements expected from Capcom in the months ahead.
The showcase provided extensive insights into the game’s dual protagonists, fresh gameplay mechanics, industry collaborations, and the upcoming release across multiple hardware platforms, including the Nintendo Switch 2. Gameplay and Story Highlights Resident Evil Requiem places players in the roles of FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and legendary Division of Security Operations agent Leon Kennedy.
The game’s action-horror experience is enriched by offering both first- and third-person perspectives, which players can switch between seamlessly throughout their adventure.
As Capcom revealed in the showcase, this approach is intended to deliver heightened immersion and dynamic, moment-to-moment gameplay. Leon Kennedy returns with robust close-quarters skills, wielding a comprehensive arsenal that now includes a tactical hatchet.
Players will master parrying, counterattacks, and re-purposing enemy weapons—such as using a seized chainsaw—culminating in cinematic finishing moves.
Meanwhile, Grace Ashcroft starts in a sanatorium engulfed by the undead, where limited resources demand strategic decision-making.
Her journey introduces new mechanics, such as crafting using infected blood and a powerful custom revolver named Requiem, which serves as a last line of defense in the most dire scenarios. The environment’s zombies retain echoes of their former identities, like chefs continuing to cook or singers unable to stop performing.
Capcom’s presentation emphasized how players can use these persistent behaviors to navigate or combat enemies more effectively.
At the core of the narrative lies the mysterious element "Elpis," which connects Grace's past, her mother's fate, and the events drawing Leon into the unfolding horror.
The game offers multiple difficulty levels, with options tailored for both seasoned veterans and newcomers, ranging from casual play with aim assist to a classic survival experience requiring Ink Ribbons to save progress as Grace. Platform Availability and Technical Enhancements Capcom will release Resident Evil Requiem on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic Games Store, and GeForce NOW on February 27, 2026.
Notably, the title leverages cloud technology via GeForce NOW, enabling access on mobile devices and smart TVs as well as on PCs with modest hardware.
PC players with high-end setups will also benefit from support for NVIDIA’s latest graphical technologies—DLSS 4 and advanced path-tracing—for enhanced performance and realism. Capcom confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem will join Resident Evil 7 biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil Village Gold Edition in a special "Generation Pack" available exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
This collection provides a comprehensive narrative experience for franchise fans and newcomers alike. Exclusive Collaborations and Merchandise In a bid to celebrate the franchise’s legacy, Capcom announced a collaboration with iconic watchmaker Hamilton.
Two limited-edition models—the Khaki Field Auto Chrono for Leon and Pan Europ Automatic for Grace—will be available on launch day, with only 2,000 units globally.
Automotive enthusiasts will note the in-game appearance of a custom Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, tailor-made for Leon, seamlessly integrating performance and survival themes into Requiem’s world. Collectors can anticipate the release of 1/6 scale figures of Grace and Leon, arriving in fall 2026, and for the first time ever, a Resident Evil amiibo featuring Grace, set to launch in summer 2026.
Capcom also revealed a special Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller and a Premium Steelbook Edition, catering to those seeking exclusive physical memorabilia. Anniversary and Special Editions The showcase concluded with announcements honoring Resident Evil’s 30th anniversary, including "Symphony of Legacy" orchestral concerts in Japan, North America, and Europe.
Resident Evil Requiem will be available in Standard and Deluxe Editions, with the latter offering extra costumes, weapon skins, display filters, and more.
All pre-orders grant early access to the exclusive "Apocalypse" costume for Grace. For Fortnite fans, purchasing Resident Evil Requiem from the Epic Games Store will unlock exclusive crossover cosmetic items celebrating the partnership between Capcom and Epic Games. With Resident Evil Requiem’s ambitious cross-platform release and expansive collaborations, Capcom is poised to redefine the survival horror experience for both franchise loyalists and new players.
The countdown continues toward the February 27, 2026 launch, with more updates and announcements expected from Capcom in the months ahead.
