Leon Kennedy

Capcom's Resident Evil Showcase highlighted new mechanics for Resident Evil Requiem, featuring protagonists Leon Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft. The event built on excitement from the Game Awards trailer confirming Leon's return. The game launches on February 27 for multiple platforms.

January 16, 2026 Reported by AI

Building on the dual protagonists Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy revealed at The Game Awards, Capcom has unveiled further details for Resident Evil Requiem. The survival horror title introduces freely switchable first- and third-person views, emphasizes a philosophy of 'addictive fear,' and returns to Raccoon City lore for the franchise's 30th anniversary. It launches February 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, and PC.