History of Resident Evil Requiem in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 26, 2026

Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth main installment in the Resident Evil series by Capcom, introduces FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft as the new protagonist. She investigates the remnants of Raccoon City, collaborating with federal agent Leon S. Kennedy. The game continues the series' survival horror theme, promising a new narrative while revisiting a significant location from previous entries.

July 1, 2024: Capcom Showcase Presentation

On July 1, 2024, a Capcom Showcase presentation revealed that the next main Resident Evil entry, Resident Evil Requiem, was in development and would be directed by Koshi Nakanishi.

June 6, 2025: Resident Evil Requiem Announced at Summer Game Fest

On June 6, 2025, Capcom announced Resident Evil Requiem at Summer Game Fest, with a release date of February 27, 2026. The trailer was the show's concluding reveal.

August 2025: Playable Demo at Conventions

In August 2025, a playable demo of Resident Evil Requiem was made available at the 2025 Gamescom and PAX West conventions.

August 20, 2025: New Trailer Released

On August 20, 2025, a new trailer was released, showing more of Grace's backstory with a cutscene segment of her and Alyssa, as well as gameplay sequences for Resident Evil Requiem.

2025: Nintendo Switch 2 Version Discussion

At the 2025 Tokyo Game Show, producer Masato Kumazawa revealed that a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Resident Evil Requiem was not originally considered because the system had not been officially revealed yet.

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January 15, 2026: Collaboration with Hamilton announced

On January 15, 2026, the collaboration between Capcom and watchmaker Hamilton was announced to create custom timepieces worn by Leon and Grace, inspired by their characters in Resident Evil Requiem.

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February 12, 2026: Fourth Trailer Shown at State of Play

On February 12, 2026, a fourth trailer for Resident Evil Requiem was shown at Sony's State of Play showcase.

February 2026: Live-Action Trailer Released

In February 2026, Capcom released a live-action trailer that features Maika Monroe as a mother experiencing the initial Raccoon City outbreak in 1998.

February 17, 2026: Early Access and Leaks

On February 17, 2026, IGN reported that some users gained early access to Resident Evil Requiem through physical copies obtained early from retailers.

February 19, 2026: Voice and Face Cast Revealed

On February 19, 2026, Angela Sant'Albano was revealed as the voice and motion capture actor for Grace Ashcroft. Julia Pratt serves as Grace Ashcroft's face model. Nick Apostolides reprises the role of Leon S. Kennedy.