Resident Evil 9: Requiem has been officially announced by Capcom during the Summer Game Fest 2025, marking a significant return to the franchise’s survival horror roots. Scheduled for release on February 27, 2026, the game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC .(polygon.com, as.com)
🧬 A New Protagonist and Setting
The game introduces Grace Ashcroft, an FBI agent and daughter of Alyssa Ashcroft from Resident Evil Outbreak. Grace is dispatched to a devastated Raccoon City, now in ruins following a nuclear attack intended to halt the spread of the T-virus. Her mission involves investigating a new outbreak linked to her mother’s past .(as.com, as.com, polygon.com)
🧟♂️ Return of Iconic Monsters
The announcement trailer has stirred excitement among fans by hinting at the return of Lisa Trevor, one of the series’ most terrifying creatures. Originally introduced in the 2002 remake of Resident Evil, Lisa’s presence is suggested through visual cues and her distinctive chained sounds in the trailer .(as.com)
🎮 Gameplay and Visual Enhancements
Resident Evil 9: Requiem aims to blend psychological horror with action, emphasizing high-fidelity realism. The game showcases detailed character expressions and advanced textures, revisiting familiar locations like the Raccoon City mansion and police department. This installment seeks to reimagine themes from the original Resident Evil, focusing more on horror elements compared to recent titles .(polygon.com)
🔮 Future Developments
While the return of veteran characters like Chris Redfield or Leon S. Kennedy hasn’t been confirmed, the connection to the series’ origins suggests potential surprises. Additionally, a new film titled Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles, an adaptation of the prequel Resident Evil Zero, has been announced, with Zach Cregger, known for Barbarian, potentially directing .(as.com, as.com)
Resident Evil 9: Requiem promises to deliver a haunting experience, combining classic horror elements with modern gameplay enhancements. Fans eagerly await further details as the release date approaches.
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