Capcom has officially revealed new amiibo figures of iconic characters Grace Ashcroft and Leon S.
Kennedy to commemorate the highly anticipated launch of Resident Evil: Requiem for Nintendo Switch 2.
The announcement, made during the recent Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, aligns with the steady momentum of Capcom's critically acclaimed Resident Evil franchise and further expands its appeal to Nintendo enthusiasts. Resident Evil: Requiem is slated for release on February 27, 2026, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
To mark the occasion, players can look forward to a special edition Pro Controller launching in tandem with the game.
While the amiibo for Grace Ashcroft and Leon S.
Kennedy will not be available on the game's launch date, Capcom has confirmed that both figures are scheduled to arrive this summer, giving fans a fresh opportunity to enhance their Resident Evil experience. These upcoming amiibo offer tangible in-game benefits.
By scanning the Grace Ashcroft and Leon S.
Kennedy amiibo, players will unlock unique weapon skins within Resident Evil: Requiem.
This innovative integration continues Capcom's tradition of enriching gameplay through collectible figures, reinforcing the synergy between digital and physical play in the Nintendo ecosystem. Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, producer at Capcom, reiterated the company's commitment to delivering meaningful content for Resident Evil fans on Nintendo's latest hardware.
In a provided statement, Hirabayashi emphasized, "By bringing Grace Ashcroft and Leon S.
Kennedy amiibo to Switch 2, we're delivering exclusive content that celebrates the fan-favorite characters while enhancing the player experience inside Resident Evil: Requiem." Capcom's collaboration with Nintendo through the amiibo product line has historically been well received, with previous Resident Evil releases crossing significant sales milestones globally.
The Resident Evil franchise itself has maintained a strong presence on Nintendo platforms, achieving considerable download numbers on the eShop and demonstrating enduring appeal among both series veterans and newcomers. Fans can catch a glimpse of the latest gameplay and features in the newly released Resident Evil: Requiem trailer from the Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase.
Both Capcom and Nintendo are expected to provide further details on the amiibo and special edition Pro Controller as the summer release approaches.
For now, anticipation remains high for the next chapter in the Resident Evil series and its suite of tie-in collectibles for Nintendo Switch 2.
Kennedy to commemorate the highly anticipated launch of Resident Evil: Requiem for Nintendo Switch 2.
The announcement, made during the recent Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, aligns with the steady momentum of Capcom's critically acclaimed Resident Evil franchise and further expands its appeal to Nintendo enthusiasts. Resident Evil: Requiem is slated for release on February 27, 2026, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
To mark the occasion, players can look forward to a special edition Pro Controller launching in tandem with the game.
While the amiibo for Grace Ashcroft and Leon S.
Kennedy will not be available on the game's launch date, Capcom has confirmed that both figures are scheduled to arrive this summer, giving fans a fresh opportunity to enhance their Resident Evil experience. These upcoming amiibo offer tangible in-game benefits.
By scanning the Grace Ashcroft and Leon S.
Kennedy amiibo, players will unlock unique weapon skins within Resident Evil: Requiem.
This innovative integration continues Capcom's tradition of enriching gameplay through collectible figures, reinforcing the synergy between digital and physical play in the Nintendo ecosystem. Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, producer at Capcom, reiterated the company's commitment to delivering meaningful content for Resident Evil fans on Nintendo's latest hardware.
In a provided statement, Hirabayashi emphasized, "By bringing Grace Ashcroft and Leon S.
Kennedy amiibo to Switch 2, we're delivering exclusive content that celebrates the fan-favorite characters while enhancing the player experience inside Resident Evil: Requiem." Capcom's collaboration with Nintendo through the amiibo product line has historically been well received, with previous Resident Evil releases crossing significant sales milestones globally.
The Resident Evil franchise itself has maintained a strong presence on Nintendo platforms, achieving considerable download numbers on the eShop and demonstrating enduring appeal among both series veterans and newcomers. Fans can catch a glimpse of the latest gameplay and features in the newly released Resident Evil: Requiem trailer from the Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase.
Both Capcom and Nintendo are expected to provide further details on the amiibo and special edition Pro Controller as the summer release approaches.
For now, anticipation remains high for the next chapter in the Resident Evil series and its suite of tie-in collectibles for Nintendo Switch 2.
