Resident Evil Requiem Set for Nintendo Switch 2 Release: Capcom Expands Series Presence

Capcom’s enduring Resident Evil franchise continues to impress on the Nintendo Switch, consistently bringing its iconic survival horror titles to the platform.

However, fans have voiced concerns over some major entries—such as Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, Resident Evil 7, and Resident Evil Village—being available only as Cloud Versions on the current Nintendo Switch hardware.

The anticipation now shifts to native releases on Nintendo’s next-generation console, widely referred to as the 'Switch 2.' Capcom is poised to make a notable move with the forthcoming Resident Evil Requiem, scheduled for release on February 27, 2026.

According to reputable sources in the industry, including reporting by Dusk Golem—well-known for legitimate Resident Evil leaks—Capcom is planning to launch Resident Evil Requiem on both Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 4.

Dusk Golem shared, through social media and corroborated by several insider discussions, that the dual-platform release is not just a rumor but appears to be well-substantiated by multiple individuals with knowledge of Capcom's plans. A rewritten summary of the statement provided explains that Resident Evil Requiem is set to debut for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch 2, a detail widely circulated and confirmed among several reliable contacts.

While it is not yet clear if the game will launch simultaneously on all platforms, differences in hardware capability may result in distinct versions tailored to each system, reminiscent of the era when the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii, and PlayStation 2 shared game libraries with technical variations.

Key features such as ray tracing are expected to remain exclusive to modern platforms, but development efforts for Switch 2 are reported to be underway. Capcom’s commitment to the Switch 2 is in line with high expectations for the console’s worldwide success.

The company’s president recently acknowledged that the initial response to the new Nintendo hardware exceeded Capcom's anticipations, which is likely a contributing factor in their strategic support for the system with major franchises like Resident Evil. Resident Evil Requiem places players in the role of Grace Ashcroft, the daughter of Alyssa Ashcroft from Resident Evil: Outbreak, as she investigates mysterious deaths at the ominous Wrenwood Hotel.

The narrative will also revisit the decimated landscape of Raccoon City, with series mainstay Leon Kennedy heavily rumored to make an appearance, potentially as a playable character.

While Capcom has not officially confirmed the full cast, the company is leveraging both nostalgia and innovation for this pivotal series entry. Coinciding with the upcoming release, the Resident Evil franchise will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026.

Capcom has launched a commemorative website for the milestone, reflecting on the franchise’s legacy and ongoing impact on the survival horror genre.

For fans and industry observers alike, the arrival of Resident Evil Requiem on Nintendo Switch 2 signals Capcom’s continued embrace of Nintendo platforms and highlights the importance of hardware evolution in shaping the future of beloved game series.

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