Capcom has officially announced Resident Evil Requiem, the new game in the Resident Evil series. The ninth main game in the series will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and PC platforms on February 27, 2026.
FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft is the main character
Resident Evil Requiem was introduced as the final announcement of the Summer Game Fest 2025 event. The game’s cinematic trailer shows FBI technical analyst Grace Ashcroft and the nuclear-stricken Raccoon City.
Shiftdelete.netCapcom describes the ninth game as “the new era of survival horror.” Summer Game Fest host Geoff Keighley describes the game as “a bold shift for the franchise” in both tone and gameplay, and states that players should expect “high-stakes cinematic action.”
The game’s official description reads, “A requiem for the dead. A nightmare for the living. Resident Evil Requiem is the ninth installment in the main Resident Evil series.” The description warns players to prepare to “escape death in a heart-stopping experience that will chill your bones.”
The game promises rich characters and more immersive gameplay than ever before, with the combination shaping the series’ next chapter, which begins in 2026.
From the trailer, it’s clear that Resident Evil Requiem will follow Grace as she investigates a serial killer who has ties to her deceased mother. This storyline introduces elements of personal drama that have not been seen before in the series.
The character of Grace Ashcroft has been speculated to be related to Alyssa Ashcroft from Resident Evil Outbreak , a connection that could open up new storylines in the series’ larger universe.
Resident Evil executive producer Jun Takeuchi made a brief appearance at the event to tease the game, but Capcom isn’t ready to make a statement just yet. This increased the dramatic impact of the last-minute surprise.
The game presents the series’ iconic location from a new perspective by taking on the nuclear disaster that is Raccoon City. This approach aims to create an experience that is both nostalgic and innovative.
Resident Evil Requiem’s 2026 release date leaves a normal gap between previous games in the series. This period provides the development team with enough time to integrate new technologies into the game.
The ninth game in the series aims to strengthen its position in the survival horror genre and fully utilize the power of next-generation platforms. February 27, 2026 is a day eagerly awaited by both series fans and new players.
