Capcom's anticipated release, Resident Evil Requiem, is set to arrive on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, continuing the company's tradition of bringing its acclaimed survival horror franchise to Nintendo platforms.
As players and industry observers await the next generation of Nintendo hardware, Capcom has provided clarity on control options for the new title, specifically addressing the absence of mouse controls on the Switch 2 version. In a recent official statement, Capcom producer Masato Kumazawa confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem will not feature mouse input support on Nintendo Switch 2.
This decision was made after extensive internal testing by the development team, who sought to optimize control schemes for Nintendo's innovative hardware. Kumazawa explained that while Capcom made a significant effort to implement mouse controls for Resident Evil Requiem on Switch 2, the results did not meet the studio's standards for gameplay clarity and accessibility.
According to the producer, introducing mouse controls led to gameplay that felt unnecessarily complicated and detracted from the experience players have come to expect from the Resident Evil series. "We dedicated a lot of resources to trying mouse controls on the Nintendo Switch 2, but in practice, they created a confusing and convoluted experience for players," Kumazawa stated.
"Ultimately, we found the traditional control schemes, paired with the Switch 2's enhanced gyro functionality, provided a more intuitive and engaging way to play." As a result, Resident Evil Requiem will leverage the advanced gyro controls featured on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering responsive aiming options similar to previous high-profile Nintendo releases.
This approach maintains the accessibility and smooth gameplay momentum that Capcom aims to deliver, while harnessing the hardware’s new features for immersive player interaction. Resident Evil Requiem’s absence of mouse controls on Switch 2 underscores Capcom’s commitment to user experience, prioritizing gameplay flow over adding additional input complexity.
The company’s choice aligns with a wider trend among major Switch titles, which often favor motion or gyro controls to utilize the unique capabilities of Nintendo's hardware. Resident Evil Requiem is currently in active development for Nintendo Switch 2, with Capcom pledging further updates in upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations.
As the Switch 2’s launch approaches, fans can anticipate more details concerning gameplay features, eShop availability, and the ongoing evolution of Capcom’s iconic survival horror legacy on Nintendo platforms.
As players and industry observers await the next generation of Nintendo hardware, Capcom has provided clarity on control options for the new title, specifically addressing the absence of mouse controls on the Switch 2 version. In a recent official statement, Capcom producer Masato Kumazawa confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem will not feature mouse input support on Nintendo Switch 2.
This decision was made after extensive internal testing by the development team, who sought to optimize control schemes for Nintendo's innovative hardware. Kumazawa explained that while Capcom made a significant effort to implement mouse controls for Resident Evil Requiem on Switch 2, the results did not meet the studio's standards for gameplay clarity and accessibility.
According to the producer, introducing mouse controls led to gameplay that felt unnecessarily complicated and detracted from the experience players have come to expect from the Resident Evil series. "We dedicated a lot of resources to trying mouse controls on the Nintendo Switch 2, but in practice, they created a confusing and convoluted experience for players," Kumazawa stated.
"Ultimately, we found the traditional control schemes, paired with the Switch 2's enhanced gyro functionality, provided a more intuitive and engaging way to play." As a result, Resident Evil Requiem will leverage the advanced gyro controls featured on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering responsive aiming options similar to previous high-profile Nintendo releases.
This approach maintains the accessibility and smooth gameplay momentum that Capcom aims to deliver, while harnessing the hardware’s new features for immersive player interaction. Resident Evil Requiem’s absence of mouse controls on Switch 2 underscores Capcom’s commitment to user experience, prioritizing gameplay flow over adding additional input complexity.
The company’s choice aligns with a wider trend among major Switch titles, which often favor motion or gyro controls to utilize the unique capabilities of Nintendo's hardware. Resident Evil Requiem is currently in active development for Nintendo Switch 2, with Capcom pledging further updates in upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations.
As the Switch 2’s launch approaches, fans can anticipate more details concerning gameplay features, eShop availability, and the ongoing evolution of Capcom’s iconic survival horror legacy on Nintendo platforms.
