The countdown has begun. Capcom’s long-awaited Resident Evil Requiem—widely referred to as Resident Evil 9—is officially set to launch on February 27, 2026, bringing players back into the heart of survival horror.
🧬 Platforms & Store Links
- PlayStation 5: PlayStation Store – Resident Evil Requiem
- Xbox Series X/S: Xbox Store – Resident Evil Requiem
- PC (Steam): Steam – Resident Evil Requiem
- Nintendo Switch 2: Nintendo eShop – Resident Evil Requiem
(Links go directly to the official platform stores where preorders will be available closer to launch.)
🧟 A Return to Raccoon City — and to Personal Haunt
At the core of Resident Evil Requiem is Grace Ashcroft, an FBI technical analyst investigating a chain of mysterious deaths linked to a viral outbreak at the Wrenwood Hotel.
Fans will recognize Grace’s lineage—she’s the daughter of Alyssa Ashcroft, a journalist from Resident Evil Outbreak. This new story connects the past and future of the series, delving deeper into the long shadow cast by the Umbrella Corporation.
The subtitle “Requiem” symbolizes both a personal reckoning for Grace and a lament for the countless victims of Raccoon City’s tragic legacy.
🎮 Gameplay & Perspective
Capcom confirms that Requiem will feature dual-perspective gameplay, letting players switch between first-person and third-person views on the fly.
Early previews from Gamescom 2025 showed a tense opening sequence with Grace awakening in an abandoned hospital, blending stealth, puzzle-solving, and visceral combat.
Developers describe the game’s tone as “addictive fear”—the kind of tension that keeps players pushing forward even as dread mounts.
🔦 Legacy Connections and Secrets
While Grace is the main protagonist, eagle-eyed fans have spotted possible references to Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield in teaser footage and marketing materials.
Capcom has remained tight-lipped, but rumors suggest hidden narrative threads connecting Requiem to the events of Resident Evil 2 Remake and Resident Evil Village.
Mysteries still unsolved include:
- The true timeline placement of Requiem
- The source of the new virus strain
- The lingering influence of Umbrella’s successors
Resident Evil Requiem is shaping up to be more than a sequel—it’s a statement of intent from Capcom. With cutting-edge visuals, dual perspectives, and a story anchored in personal trauma and global consequence, this may be the series’ most emotional and terrifying entry yet.
Mark your calendars for February 27, 2026. The requiem begins soon.
