Capcom has intensified anticipation for its upcoming survival horror title, Resident Evil Requiem, by unveiling a dramatic, content-rich trailer during the recent PlayStation 'State of Play' broadcast.
This fourth major trailer further spotlights one of the company's most highly anticipated releases, scheduled to arrive on the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 on February 27, 2026. Resident Evil Requiem continues the celebrated legacy of the franchise with new story elements and gameplay dynamics.
The trailer revealed immersive scenes featuring iconic protagonist Leon S.
Kennedy alongside FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, the latter set to be a pivotal character within the game’s unfolding narrative.
Notably, the trailer also highlighted Resident Evil Requiem’s commitment to player choice, with seamless switching between third-person and first-person gameplay modes—a feature widely praised by series veterans and newcomers alike for its impact on player immersion and replay value. Toward the trailer’s climactic conclusion, viewers were given a glimpse of a familiar, enigmatic presence—an expertly crafted tease that serves as a nod to the franchise’s long-time fans, bringing with it a surge of nostalgia and suspense.
While Capcom has kept specific details regarding this character tightly under wraps, the imagery is crafted to evoke memorable, chilling moments from previous installments, without divulging key plot surprises. In a statement released alongside the trailer, Capcom representatives emphasized the studio’s dedication to delivering a next-generation Resident Evil experience, leveraging the power of the Nintendo Switch 2’s advanced hardware.
The company reaffirmed its reputation for high-quality game design and innovative narrative integration, factors that have driven the Resident Evil series to reach more than 140 million cumulative sales worldwide since its inception in 1996. In related news from the same broadcast, Capcom also released a fresh trailer for the long-awaited game Pragmata, further demonstrating the publisher's diverse slate of titles for current and next-generation platforms. Resident Evil Requiem will be available globally on February 27, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2 and other major platforms.
Fans can look forward to more updates, gameplay previews, and developer insights as the release date draws closer, with Capcom poised to keep the Resident Evil franchise at the forefront of the survival horror genre.
This fourth major trailer further spotlights one of the company's most highly anticipated releases, scheduled to arrive on the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 on February 27, 2026. Resident Evil Requiem continues the celebrated legacy of the franchise with new story elements and gameplay dynamics.
The trailer revealed immersive scenes featuring iconic protagonist Leon S.
Kennedy alongside FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, the latter set to be a pivotal character within the game’s unfolding narrative.
Notably, the trailer also highlighted Resident Evil Requiem’s commitment to player choice, with seamless switching between third-person and first-person gameplay modes—a feature widely praised by series veterans and newcomers alike for its impact on player immersion and replay value. Toward the trailer’s climactic conclusion, viewers were given a glimpse of a familiar, enigmatic presence—an expertly crafted tease that serves as a nod to the franchise’s long-time fans, bringing with it a surge of nostalgia and suspense.
While Capcom has kept specific details regarding this character tightly under wraps, the imagery is crafted to evoke memorable, chilling moments from previous installments, without divulging key plot surprises. In a statement released alongside the trailer, Capcom representatives emphasized the studio’s dedication to delivering a next-generation Resident Evil experience, leveraging the power of the Nintendo Switch 2’s advanced hardware.
The company reaffirmed its reputation for high-quality game design and innovative narrative integration, factors that have driven the Resident Evil series to reach more than 140 million cumulative sales worldwide since its inception in 1996. In related news from the same broadcast, Capcom also released a fresh trailer for the long-awaited game Pragmata, further demonstrating the publisher's diverse slate of titles for current and next-generation platforms. Resident Evil Requiem will be available globally on February 27, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2 and other major platforms.
Fans can look forward to more updates, gameplay previews, and developer insights as the release date draws closer, with Capcom poised to keep the Resident Evil franchise at the forefront of the survival horror genre.
