Capcom has made a major announcement for fans of the Resident Evil franchise by officially confirming Leon Kennedy as a playable character in the upcoming game, Resident Evil Requiem.
The news was revealed through a brand new trailer released via Capcom's official channels, drawing widespread attention from the gaming community and setting the stage for the next chapter in one of the industry's most celebrated survival horror series. Resident Evil Requiem continues Capcom’s rich legacy of delivering engaging narratives and memorable characters.
Building on the foundation set by previous entries, particularly Resident Evil 2, this new title introduces dual campaigns that cater to both action-oriented and horror-loving audiences.
Leon Kennedy, the storied protagonist from Resident Evil 2, is set to headline one of these campaigns, offering players an experience that leans strongly into action gameplay.
This approach stands in contrast to the campaign led by newcomer Grace Ashcroft, whose storyline promises a more traditional survival horror experience closely associated with the series' origins. In the trailer, Capcom outlines the clear thematic split between the two main characters.
The Leon Kennedy campaign is described as being more action-focused, featuring high-stakes encounters and intense combat sequences reminiscent of classic Resident Evil thrills.
Meanwhile, Grace Ashcroft’s journey delivers a suspenseful, atmospheric experience designed to appeal to fans of the franchise’s original horror roots. Resident Evil Requiem is slated to launch on modern platforms including the Nintendo Switch and is expected to be available via the Nintendo eShop upon release.
No specific release date has been shared yet, but Capcom’s marketing momentum suggests development is progressing steadily.
The trailer marks the latest milestone in a franchise that has sold over 140 million units worldwide as of December 2023, and further underscores Capcom’s commitment to delivering fresh content to gamers. Speaking about the direction for this entry, Capcom developers emphasized their goal to balance the adrenaline-pumping action that fans of Leon Kennedy have come to expect with the spine-chilling horror the series is renowned for.
"With Resident Evil Requiem, we wanted to provide players with two distinct but equally compelling experiences," a Capcom spokesperson explained, referencing the dual campaign structure. Fans eager to witness Leon Kennedy’s return and the innovative split in gameplay styles can watch the latest trailer through Capcom’s official channels.
Stay tuned for updates on release timing and additional gameplay details as more information becomes available.
The news was revealed through a brand new trailer released via Capcom's official channels, drawing widespread attention from the gaming community and setting the stage for the next chapter in one of the industry's most celebrated survival horror series. Resident Evil Requiem continues Capcom’s rich legacy of delivering engaging narratives and memorable characters.
Building on the foundation set by previous entries, particularly Resident Evil 2, this new title introduces dual campaigns that cater to both action-oriented and horror-loving audiences.
Leon Kennedy, the storied protagonist from Resident Evil 2, is set to headline one of these campaigns, offering players an experience that leans strongly into action gameplay.
This approach stands in contrast to the campaign led by newcomer Grace Ashcroft, whose storyline promises a more traditional survival horror experience closely associated with the series' origins. In the trailer, Capcom outlines the clear thematic split between the two main characters.
The Leon Kennedy campaign is described as being more action-focused, featuring high-stakes encounters and intense combat sequences reminiscent of classic Resident Evil thrills.
Meanwhile, Grace Ashcroft’s journey delivers a suspenseful, atmospheric experience designed to appeal to fans of the franchise’s original horror roots. Resident Evil Requiem is slated to launch on modern platforms including the Nintendo Switch and is expected to be available via the Nintendo eShop upon release.
No specific release date has been shared yet, but Capcom’s marketing momentum suggests development is progressing steadily.
The trailer marks the latest milestone in a franchise that has sold over 140 million units worldwide as of December 2023, and further underscores Capcom’s commitment to delivering fresh content to gamers. Speaking about the direction for this entry, Capcom developers emphasized their goal to balance the adrenaline-pumping action that fans of Leon Kennedy have come to expect with the spine-chilling horror the series is renowned for.
"With Resident Evil Requiem, we wanted to provide players with two distinct but equally compelling experiences," a Capcom spokesperson explained, referencing the dual campaign structure. Fans eager to witness Leon Kennedy’s return and the innovative split in gameplay styles can watch the latest trailer through Capcom’s official channels.
Stay tuned for updates on release timing and additional gameplay details as more information becomes available.
