Return to Raccoon City: Everything You Need to Know About Resident Evil Requiem
The nightmare is far from over. Capcom has officially pulled back the curtain on the next major installment in its legendary horror franchise: Resident Evil Requiem (also known as Resident Evil 9). Set to commemorate the series’ 30th anniversary, this entry promises to bridge the gap between classic survival horror and modern action, taking players back to the haunting remains of Raccoon City.
Introduction to Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem follows a dual-protagonist narrative featuring a mix of a fresh face and a fan favorite. Players will step into the shoes of Grace Ashcroft, an FBI intelligence analyst investigating a string of mysterious deaths at a hotel in the Midwest—the same location where her mother, Alyssa Ashcroft (a survivor from the Resident Evil Outbreak series), was murdered years prior.
Joining her is the veteran DSO agent Leon S. Kennedy. The game features a unique "intertwined" gameplay structure:
Grace’s segments: Focus on classic, high-tension survival horror, emphasizing puzzles, limited resources, and evading terrifying unkillable threats.
Leon’s segments: Lean into the high-octane, combat-driven action seen in the Resident Evil 4 remake, allowing players to go toe-to-toe with the horrors of the city.
Genre & Release Date
Genre: Survival Horror / Action-Adventure.
Release Date: February 27, 2026.
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows (PC), and Nintendo Switch 2.
The game is built on a highly optimized version of the RE Engine, supporting both first-person and third-person perspectives to cater to all playstyles.
System Requirements (PC)
Capcom has provided the official PC specifications via Steam. While the game looks visually stunning with its "path tracing" and realistic lighting, the requirements are surprisingly accessible for mid-range builds.
Minimum Requirements
| Component | Requirement |
| OS | Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8500 / AMD Ryzen 5 3500 |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 (6GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (8GB) |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
Recommended Requirements
| Component | Requirement |
| OS | Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-8700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5500 |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Super (8GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6600 (8GB) |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
Note: While an official install size hasn't been locked in, it is highly recommended to use an SSD with at least 50GB to 100GB of free space to accommodate the high-fidelity textures and fast loading times.
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