Resident Evil Requiem: Latest News

Resident Evil Requiem is the latest installment in CAPCOM's world-renowned Resident Evil franchise, introducing a brand-new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft! This article covers the most recent updates and information about the upcoming game.

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Resident Evil Requiem (RE 9) News

2025

June 26

　⚫︎　In its latest Creator’s Message, Capcom provided an unsettling first glimpse of Resident Evil 9: Requiem, focusing on the theme of "addictive fear." The game is set in a transformed Raccoon City, 30 years after the original events, and stars Grace Ashcroft—a uniquely vulnerable lead character.

Read more: Capcom Spotlight June 2025 | Everything Announced (Game8)

June 12

　⚫︎　Director Koshi Nakanishi has officially confirmed Grace Ashcroft as the new main character in Resident Evil Requiem (RE9). A report from Neon Slice, citing a private message sent to platinum Resident Evil Ambassadors, noted that Nakanishi explicitly named Grace as the central protagonist for the forthcoming title.

Read more: Resident Evil Requiem Grace Aschroft Confirmed as the New Main Character (Game8)

June 9

　⚫︎　According to a social media post from a known insider, further news about Resident Evil Requiem may be shared later in June. While specifics were not provided, this hint has sparked fan speculation about what Capcom or its partners might announce next—potentially new gameplay footage, story insights, or a release timeframe.

Read more: More Resident Evil Requiem News Could Be Coming Sooner Than You'd Think (Game Rant)

May 30

　⚫︎　Resident Evil Requiem, also referred to as Resident Evil 9, was first unveiled during the opening segment of Summer Game Fest 2025. The announcement featured a dedicated reveal trailer showcasing the game.

Read more: All Games Announced at Summer Game Fest 2025 | Summer Game Fest 2025 Games (Game8)