If you have that spooky feeling inside you after hearing about the new Resident Evil title and have already started overthinking what it could be, then you're not alone, buddy. The word "Requiem" alone hits harder, and maybe that's why there is a lot of chatter about where the story can go and which faces we can see again. Without any further ado, let us quickly unwrap the story hints, characters, plot and notable gameplay mechanics that could make it a must-watch Resident Evil installment this year.
Resident Evil Requiem Story Explained
The survival-horror story of Requiem kicks off 30 years after the destruction of Raccoon City. In a mysterious death series across the United States, the latest death in an abandoned hotel in the Midwest has shaken the country. And guess what? Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst, is investigating the case. It is the same place where Grace's mother was murdered eight years ago.
Alongside this case, a police officer also goes "missing" in that hotel, and to find out the reality, veteran agent Leon S. Kennedy was appointed. Requiem brings Grace and Leon together to uncover the actual truth behind the Raccoon City incident while facing their past and dealing with gruesome enemies in their way.
Unique Characters You Can’t Miss To Interact With
Resident Evil titles aren't only about horror and survival, it's only about the people you'll meet along the journey. Besides the chaos happening around, the characters will shape your journey in an unpredictable pattern. Cut short, it appears that none of the Resident Evil Requiem characters will be "easy-to-forget" and will definitely have a long-lasting impression on your mind.
Protagonists
- Grace Ashcroft : An intelligence FBI analyst whose mother’s demise shook her soul to the core, making her an introvert.
- Leon S. Kennedy : One of the Raccoon City incident survivors, who now, as a seasoned DSO agent, has returned to investigate the case.
Other Notable Characters
- Alyssa Ashcroft : A Raccoon City incident survivor and Grace’s mother. When the original outbreak occurred, she was a reporter by profession, who has a strong-willed and determined personality.
- Nathan Dempsy : He is Grace’s supervisor at the FBI who trusted her with investigating the case.
- Victor Gideon : The primary suspect in the strange deaths across the United States. According to the source, he was once specialized in T-Virus research at the Umbrella Corporation.
- Emily : She is an extremely pale, skinny, young girl whom Grace found trapped inside the care center.
Returning Faces (Rumored)
Recent trailers indicated Sherry Birkin's return through voice and visual clues in the recent trailers. Speculations about others like Claire Redfield and Ada Wong are circulating in the gaming community; however, an official confirmation on these has not yet been made.
Gameplay Mechanics
| Mechanics | Grace Ashcroft | Leon S. Kennedy |
| Combat Style | She has limited supplies, so she chooses to analyze enemies to conclude whether to flee or when to fight. | Leon is well-equipped with armor, including his signature hatchet. He can battle using parries, melee attacks, and even "enemies' weapons". |
| Strategy | Grace can use enemies' blood to craft unique items, injectors and ammo that can instantly kill the enemy in just one shot. | He can use multiple weapons, so for the best fit, keep his case filled and organized with ammo and recovery items. |
Interestingly, the game offers a "Dual Perspective system" that will allow you to experience Grace and Leon's stories through both first- and third-person perspectives.
Resident Evil Requiem Release Date and Platforms
The countdown is officially on; it is set to launch on February 27, 2026. Capcom declared its arrival across all major platforms, like PS 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 on the same day. If you can't hold out much to dive into this horrific experience, you can Pre-order it from the official website, which could grant you special bonuses like unique character outfits and deluxe edition content.