Pre-orders are now live for Resident Evil Requiem as part of a “Road to Requiem” announcement by Capcom.
We got to see the game back at SGF 2025 in a pre-recorded theater presentation:
From what this demo showed, mixed with leaks like those from Dusk Golem, RE9 is looking to blend the horror of 7 and potentially the bombastic combat of 4 Remake. In this demo, we saw a pre-recorded 30-ish minutes on a PS5 Pro. It took place inside a dilapidated building full of cherub keys, barely working lights, and one gigantic and hungry monster. She was a big lady, straight out of our nightmares. Instead of stepping on you, she’ll bite your head off and swallow it whole.
The focus on feeling terrified was evident, with how often our voiced protagonist sounded like she was about to shit her pants in terror. Constant moans of pain and being terrified grew a little tiresome after a few minutes. Pair that with the constant, insanely loud thud of her footsteps as she moved around in first-person, and I started to get a headache.
Do not despair, though, as you can swap the camera to third person via the menus whenever you like! It was great seeing that view and hearing far less of her anvil hitting the deck of a ship, sounding footsteps. Rumors are that the “main” protagonist of the game will be someone familiar, and fully armed. Our FBI heroine has weapons training, but much like Ethan in 7 (less so in 8), ends up having to run away more than fight.
Here are the pre-order details straight from Capcom:
- Two Epic Editions – Resident Evil Requiem will be available in both Standard and Deluxe editions, with the Deluxe edition featuring the same base game as the Standard edition, plus an exclusive pack of five costumes, four weapon skins, two screen filters, two weapon charms, and more!
- Flaunt Your Fandom in Fortnite! – In celebration of Capcom’s introduction into the Epic Games Store, players who purchase Resident Evil Requiem via Epic Games Store will receive special Resident Evil-themed collaboration items in Fortnite like the Grace outfit! Fortnite collaboration items will be distributed after the release of Resident Evil Requiem and we’ll have more details to share soon.
- Play Like a Pro! – The special edition Resident Evil Requiem Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller featuring designs from the game and styled in gunmetal-inspired black will be available from Nintendo on launch day.
- First-Ever Resident Evil Amiibo – Grace from Resident Evil Requiem will become the first-ever Resident Evil amiibo, available starting in Summer 2026. (no image available)
- Get Your Popcorn Ready! – A jaw-dropping “Resident Evil Showcase” will premiere early next year with an even deeper look at Resident Evil Requiem. Get your popcorn ready!
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