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Resident Evil Requiem Launches February 2026 with Exclusive Editions

11/1/2025

Summary

Story summary

Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem will launch February 27, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst, investigates her mother's death connected to Raccoon City.
Pre-orders are open for Standard, Deluxe, and Steelbook Deluxe editions, including a Fortnite collaboration with exclusive items for Epic Games Store pre-orders.
The Deluxe Edition includes five costumes, four weapon skins, and extra in-game content.

History

Historical Context

Released in 1998, Resident Evil 2 revolutionized survival horror gaming, selling over 5 million copies and solidifying Capcom's status as a leading developer. The game, featuring characters Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield, was pivotal for the PlayStation's success. The upcoming Resident Evil Requiem, set for 2026, continues this legacy, showcasing the franchise's enduring cultural significance in the gaming industry.

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Story summary

Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem will launch February 27, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst, investigates her mother's death connected to Raccoon City.
Pre-orders are open for Standard, Deluxe, and Steelbook Deluxe editions, including a Fortnite collaboration with exclusive items for Epic Games Store pre-orders.
The Deluxe Edition includes five costumes, four weapon skins, and extra in-game content.

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