The article discusses major upcoming gaming releases and industry trends for 2026, including the highly anticipated GTA 6, Resident Evil 9, and various other titles from major publishers like Capcom, Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft. It also covers the impact of AI on game development, rising RAM prices affecting console production, and the controversial acquisition of EA by Saudi Arabia, highlighting the unpredictable and evolving nature of the gaming industry.
A leak suggests the upcoming Resident Evil 9: Requiem Deluxe Edition will include costumes, weapon skins, charms, and lore items, with official images surfacing online before Capcom's official announcement, but these details are unconfirmed.
Resident Evil 9, titled Requiem, aims to return to its horror roots, swinging the series away from the action focus of Resident Evil Village and closer to the horror style of Resident Evil 2, with developers expressing uncertainty about what truly scares them anymore but committed to increasing the horror elements in the game.
A slip during a livestream appears to have accidentally confirmed Leon S. Kennedy's return in Resident Evil 9: Requiem, fueling speculation that he will play a major role and possibly his final appearance in the series, although Capcom has not officially confirmed his involvement.
Resident Evil 9: Requiem's director emphasizes that the game is the most extreme in the series in terms of pacing, with a focus on building tension and release to create an intense rollercoaster experience, while also returning to classic locations and themes to satisfy fans and celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary.
Resident Evil 9 continues the series' tradition of using a relentless stalker enemy to evoke fear, with the latest demo highlighting a claustrophobic environment and survival horror elements reminiscent of Alien: Isolation, showcasing Capcom's ongoing innovation within the franchise's formula.
Resident Evil Requiem (Resident Evil 9) will feature both first-person and third-person perspectives, allowing players to switch between them at will, a first for the series, and is set to release on February 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Fans are excited about the reveal of Resident Evil 9, titled Resident Evil Requiem, with new gameplay images and a trailer showing a return to Raccoon City. The game, featuring FBI agent Grace Ashcroft, is set for release on February 27, 2026, on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, and is noted for its third-person perspective and monster designs.
Leaked images of Resident Evil 9: Requiem reveal both first and third-person gameplay, a second playable character possibly Leon Kennedy, and environmental interaction, exciting fans ahead of its February 2026 release.
Capcom announced Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth mainline game in the series, set to release in February 2024, featuring a return to Raccoon City and focusing on story and characters, with potential gameplay evolution using the next-gen RE Engine and possibly open-world elements.
Capcom announced Resident Evil 9, titled Requiem, at Summer Game Fest 2025, revealing a trailer and a release date set for February 27, 2026. The game marks a shift in tone and gameplay, returning to Raccoon City with a story featuring new characters like FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft. It will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and is part of a broader franchise expansion including remakes and a new film scheduled for September 2026.
Capcom announced Resident Evil 9, titled Resident Evil Requiem, set for release on February 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with a terrifying new trailer and mystery surrounding its story and gameplay style.
Capcom announced Resident Evil 9: Requiem, set to release on February 27, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, featuring a new protagonist and a shift towards immersive gameplay and cinematic action, powered by the next-gen RE neXt engine.
Resident Evil 9, titled Requiem, has been announced with a release date set for February 27, 2026. The game features a new tone and a trailer showing an FBI agent investigating murders, hinting at a new storyline. Rumors and leaks had previously hinted at the game's development, and Capcom confirmed they are working on a new Resident Evil game.
Capcom has officially announced Resident Evil 9, titled Resident Evil Requiem, set to release on February 27th across PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam. The game features a new character, Grace Ashcroft, and explores a ruined Raccoon City, hinting at a continuation of the series' lore. A trailer was released, and the game will be playable at Gamescom, promising a new era of survival horror with advanced technology and immersive gameplay.
