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Resident Evil Requiem: Dual Protagonists Face Zombie Horror

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Summary

Story summary

Resident Evil Requiem releases on February 27, 2026, in Raccoon City, featuring FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and Leon Kennedy, a seasoned agent, as dual protagonists.
Ashcroft is haunted by her mother's mysterious death while investigating ritualistic murders.
Kennedy confronts hordes of zombies.
The game lets players toggle between first-person and third-person perspectives.
Ashcroft emphasizes stealth and resource management, while Kennedy's segments focus on action.

History

Historical Context

The 2019 remake of Resident Evil 2 revitalized the survival horror genre, featuring characters Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield. Capcom sold over 3 million copies within a week, reflecting the franchise's lasting appeal. This resurgence aligns with the cultural fascination with zombies, rooted in George Romero's 1968 film Night of the Living Dead, showcasing the evolution of horror storytelling in interactive media.

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Story summary

Resident Evil Requiem releases on February 27, 2026, in Raccoon City, featuring FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and Leon Kennedy, a seasoned agent, as dual protagonists.
Ashcroft is haunted by her mother's mysterious death while investigating ritualistic murders.
Kennedy confronts hordes of zombies.
The game lets players toggle between first-person and third-person perspectives.
Ashcroft emphasizes stealth and resource management, while Kennedy's segments focus on action.

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