Resident Evil Requiem Set to Launch February 27, 2026: What to Expect from the Next Chapter
Discover the adrenaline-pumping 9th title in the Resident Evil series, coming soon to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam!
Resident Evil Requiem Announced for 2026
The ninth entry in the Resident Evil series is officially on the way!
Launch Details
Capcom revealed Resident Evil Requiem (also known as Biohazard Requiem) during the Summer Games Fest on Friday. The game is scheduled to launch on February 27, 2026, for:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
- PC via Steam
Click to watch the trailer.
A New Direction for the Franchise
The livestream emphasized that Requiem will bring a tonal shift for the iconic series, promising a more immersive and terrifying survival horror experience.
Capcom describes the game:
"Requiem for the dead. Nightmare for the living."
Resident Evil Requiem is the ninth mainline title in the franchise.
Prepare yourself for a heart-stopping adventure that will chill you to your core.
A new era of survival horror begins in 2026, blending advanced technology with deep storytelling, rich characters, and gameplay that promises to be more immersive than ever.
A Look Back
The previous game, Resident Evil Village, was released in May 2021 for various platforms, including PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and Stadia.
Source: Summer Games Fest livestream Watch here