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Capcom Reveals Resident Evil Requiem for February 2026 Release

The ninth entry stars FBI agent Grace Ashcroft investigating a lethal outbreak in desolate Racoon City with next-gen realism powered by Capcom’s RE Engine.

Resident Evil Requiem was announced at Summer Game Fest on June 6
Resident Evil Requiem

Overview

  • Capcom unveiled the game at Summer Game Fest on June 6, featuring a trailer that highlights the ruined cityscape and a series of mysterious deaths.
  • Resident Evil Requiem is scheduled to launch on February 27, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
  • New protagonist Grace Ashcroft leads the narrative as an FBI agent probing a spreading infection in the remnants of Racoon City.
  • Helmed by director Koshi Nakanishi and built on Capcom’s proprietary RE Engine, the game promises cinematic visuals and immersive environments.
  • Fans speculate that Grace Ashcroft may be related to Alyssa Ashcroft from the Outbreak titles, though Capcom has not confirmed any connection.