Resident Evil Requiem dusts off the myth of Leon Kennedy

The playful structure of the title aims to offer a clear duality, aimed at satisfying the different souls of the fanbase. On the one hand, the presence of Leon S. Kennedy guarantees high-adrenaline sequences, characterized by a reckless and direct approach to action; on the other, FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft will be the protagonist of purely survival horror sections, where the player will have to rely on courage and resource management to survive, recalling the most tense and claustrophobic atmospheres of the series.

There is no shortage of notable collaborations and additional content designed to enrich the experience. Of particular interest is the partnership established with Porsche, which will bring a Cayenne Turbo GT into the game: the vehicle will be Leon’s trusted means of transport, establishing an unprecedented combination between the automotive brand and survival horror. On the special editions front, the Deluxe Edition will include three costumes for Leon — including a nod to Resident Evil 4 and the “Apocalypse” and “Film Noir” variants — as well as a weapon accessory featuring the DSO emblem. Pre-orders, already open, will also guarantee the “Apocalypse” costume for Grace as a bonus.

An aggressive distribution strategy was reserved for Nintendo users. Coinciding with the launch of Requiem, the Gold Editions of Resident Evil 7 biohazard and Resident Evil Village will also arrive on Nintendo Switch 2, complete with post-story content. An all-encompassing package will also be available, called the Resident Evil Generation Pack, which will include the three titles in a single solution. Also for the console from the Kyoto company, the launch of a limited edition metallic black Pro controller is planned and, for summer 2026, the marketing of the first Amiibo of the series, depicting the protagonist Grace.

Capcom’s marketing plan includes further appointments and crossovers before release. A dedicated “Resident Evil Showcase” has been announced for early 2026, which will delve deeper into the game mechanics. At the same time, to celebrate the arrival on the Epic Games Store, a collaboration with Fortnite has been confirmed: buyers of the game on the Epic platform will receive themed skins and objects, including Grace’s outfit, thus extending the influence of the title also in the popular battle royale.