Capcom has officially confirmed Resident Evil Requiem as the next main entry in the long-running horror series. Formerly referred to as Resident Evil 9, the game is set to release on February 27, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
First Trailer Reveals New Tone and Setting
The Resident Evil Requiem trailer debuted during Summer Game Fest 2025, introduced by Geoff Keighley, who called it a “bold shift” for the series in both tone and gameplay. While it sticks to single-player survival horror, the footage hints at expanded cinematic action and possibly even open-world elements.
The trailer opens with shots of a ruined Raccoon City — confirming its destruction following the events of Resident Evil 3. We also get a quick glimpse of the Raccoon City Police Department in shambles.
New Character: Grace Ashcroft
A new protagonist appears to be at the center of Resident Evil Requiem. Grace Ashcroft, an FBI technical analyst, is investigating a series of bizarre deaths. Her investigation forces her to revisit the scene of her mother’s murder, where she’s soon captured and strapped to a gurney.
A shadowy figure tells Grace, “I know now that you’re the one I’ve been searching for… special one. Chosen one.” It’s unclear what this means, but Capcom appears to be leaning into psychological horror alongside the usual biohazard threats.
Capcom’s Official Description
Capcom describes Resident Evil Requiem as a “heart-stopping experience” that launches a new era for the franchise. The company emphasizes “technological advancements” and “a story with rich characters,” signaling a possible jump forward in narrative focus and visual fidelity:
Resident Evil Requiem delivers spine-chilling realism like never before, with complex character details like lifelike facial expressions, realistic skin textures, and even high-fidelity sweat droplets that are sure to keep players on the edge of their seats. Resident Evil Requiem takes the series back to the iconic Raccoon City, home of the biological disaster that shook the world, combining deeply terrifying aspects of psychological horror with pulse-pounding action that franchise fans know and love.
Release Date and Platforms
Resident Evil Requiem is officially scheduled for release on February 27, 2026. It will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
In related news, it has also been learned that Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil reboot will film this summer.
Watch the official trailer:
