Resident Evil Requiem Developer Praises Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware: Launches Day One on New Console

Resident Evil Requiem Makes Waves on Nintendo Switch 2: Developers Commend Next-Gen Hardware The latest Nintendo Direct brought exciting news for survival horror fans: Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom’s newest installment in the acclaimed franchise, will launch globally for the Nintendo Switch 2 on February 27.

The game’s recent showcase, particularly in handheld mode, has ignited praise across social media, highlighting both its technical achievement and the Nintendo Switch 2’s promising capabilities.

Pre-orders for Resident Evil Requiem are now available via the Nintendo eShop, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated releases of early 2025. Capcom’s Longstanding Commitment to Nintendo Platforms Capcom has a storied history of supporting Nintendo systems, bringing major Resident Evil titles and ports to platforms such as the Wii, Nintendo 3DS, and the original Switch.

However, Resident Evil Requiem marks the publisher’s first simultaneous, day-one release for a new Nintendo console, underlining a strengthened partnership between the companies. In an interview with Video Games Chronicle, producer Masato Kumazawa explained the seamless process of adapting the game for the Switch 2.

Kumazawa noted that, after receiving the new hardware, the development team was positively surprised by how easily they could transition the current build of Resident Evil Requiem onto the console.

"It was a smooth experience migrating our existing project over to the Switch 2, which made launching on day one both logical and efficient for us," Kumazawa remarked. A Focus on Scalability Ensures Parity Across Platforms Resident Evil Requiem’s scalable design has played a pivotal role in its multiplatform strategy.

Capcom developer Koshi Nakanishi emphasized that developing the game for a range of hardware—including high-end PCs and leading consoles—was a central part of the project.

"The development approach was highly scalable, so although the Nintendo Switch 2 may not match other platforms in raw power, implementing the game on it primarily involved adjusting for scale rather than overcoming significant technical hurdles," Nakanishi told media. Strong Early Reception and Robust Feature Set The preview of Resident Evil Requiem on the Nintendo Switch 2 underscored the system’s ability to deliver a premium gaming experience, even in portable mode.

Community feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans and industry watchers commending both the game’s visuals and the console’s smooth performance. Looking Ahead: Launch and eShop Availability Resident Evil Requiem will be available for Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide on February 27, with digital pre-orders currently open on the Nintendo eShop.

With Capcom’s innovative development strategies and Nintendo’s next-generation hardware, the stage is set for Resident Evil Requiem to become a standout release on the Switch 2 and a key highlight for both companies in 2025.

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