Get ready, horror fans! The hype train for Resident Evil: Requiem is officially at full speed. Capcom is set to unleash a brand-new gameplay trailer at Gamescom, giving us an exclusive look at the upcoming survival horror shooter. Mark your calendars for August 19th – it's going to be a day filled with terrifyingly good news!
What We Know So Far
Resident Evil: Requiem plunges players into a nightmare scenario approximately 30 years after the infamous Raccoon City incident. You'll step into the shoes of FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, whose investigation leads her back to the origins of the T-Virus outbreak. Expect a sinister plot with deep ties to her mother, promising a gripping and unsettling narrative.
The game will be available in both third-person and first-person perspectives, offering different ways to experience the horror. Prepare for intense action, terrifying creatures, and the classic Resident Evil atmosphere you know and love.
Gamescom Demo and Beyond
Lucky attendees at Gamescom will get a chance to play a pre-release demo of Resident Evil: Requiem. For those of us stuck at home, fear not! A demo is also expected to be available at PAX West, and fans are clamoring for a public release on PS5 and PC. The anticipation is palpable!
Resident Evil: Requiem is scheduled to launch on February 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam). The wait may seem long, but with the Gamescom trailer and potential demo releases on the horizon, there's plenty to keep us on the edge of our seats.
Fan Reactions
- "Please give us a PS5 and PC demo!" - xvoltsy
- "PLLLEEEASSSE demo for console and PC users!" - ThePoppinGamer3
- "Waiting patiently for the Collector’s Edition reveal and the public demo release," - NeonGamer1990
The excitement is real. Get ready to dive back into the world of Resident Evil with Requiem!