Capcom reveals Resident Evil Requiem trailer with Leon S. Kennedy playable at The Game Awards 2025 for release in 2026
Capcom presented a new trailer for Resident Evil Requiem during The Game Awards 2025, in Los Angeles, confirming Leon S. Kennedy as a playable character. The game arrives on February 27, 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series. Grace Ashcroft and Leon investigate strange deaths in an abandoned hotel, with intertwined fates linked to 1998’s Incidente.
The trailer highlights action sequences with Leon and survival horror with Grace. The developer promised contrasting play styles for each protagonist.
Pre-orders are now available on several platforms.
Contrasting gameplay styles
Leon S. Kennedy takes on intense combat sequences, using heavy weapons and hand-to-hand maneuvers. The experienced agent appears more mature, dealing with hordes of mutant enemies.
Grace Ashcroft focuses on tense exploration and resource management in dark environments. Sua perspective as an FBI analyst emphasizes stealth and puzzles.
Unprecedented partnership with Porsche
Capcom signed an agreement with Porsche to include the Cayenne Turbo GT in the game. The vehicle serves as a means of transportation for Leon on high-speed missions.
The exclusive car debuts within Resident Evil Requiem.Essa collaboration brings together two iconic brands and adds a dynamic element to the action gameplay. Leon drives the model in chases and escapes through devastated landscapes. The partnership reinforces the realism in vehicles, common in the series since previous installments. Detalhes visuals and sound capture the essence of the Turbo GT. Jogadores will test the car in future demonstrations.
Deluxe editions and extra bonuses
Deluxe Edition offers three outfits for Leon. Package includes Resident Evil 4, Apocalypse and Film Noir.
A weapon charm with DSO emblem accompanies the contents. Esses items unlock exclusive cosmetics from the start.
Pre-order guarantees Apocalypse costume for Grace in all editions. Compras on Epic Games Store release items on Fortnite post-release.
Content for Nintendo Switch 2
Resident Evil Gold Edition launches on Switch 2 on the same day. The version features post-campaign scenarios and extra modes.
Resident Evil Village Gold Edition arrives with third person.The Generation Pack package brings together RE7 Gold, Village Gold and Requiem. Fãs laptops access complete collection.
Control Pro special edition comes in metallic black. The design is inspired by gaming and improves ergonomics.
Upcoming announcements confirmed
Resident Evil Showcase takes place in early 2026.The event details mechanics, enemies and history.
First amiibo in the franchise
Grace Ashcroft becomes an amiibo figure in the summer of 2026. The accessory interacts with the game in Switch 2.
Initial reactions to the trailer
Fans highlight Leon’s maturity in the trailer. Sequências with electric saw generate positive comments.
The villain Victor Gideon appears in early scenes. Sua presence suggests a central antagonist in the plot.
