Resident Evil Requiem is here — and it drags survival horror back to where it all began: the ruins of Raccoon City. If you have been waiting for a reason to be scared on purpose, this is it.
Why controlled fear feels so good
Here is the strange truth: a great horror game is one of the best stress-resets there is. Safe, controlled fear spikes your adrenaline and then — when you survive the room — floods you with relief and focus. It is a full emotional reboot in a couple of hours, and Requiem is built to deliver exactly that dread-and-release rhythm.
Grace, Leon, and Raccoon City
You play FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, unravelling deaths linked to the survivors of the Raccoon City incident — with fan-favourite Leon S. Kennedy in the mix. The devastated city, including landmarks from earlier games, is the perfect stage for Capcom's modern horror engine.
Best part: no waiting
Unlike most of this list, Requiem is out right now on PS5, Xbox, PC and Switch 2 — no pre-order, no countdown. If you want the scariest night in you will have all year, you can start tonight. That is exactly why I would grab it now while it is the game everyone is talking about.
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FAQ
Is Resident Evil Requiem out yet?
Yes — it released on February 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam, Epic) and Nintendo Switch 2.
Who do you play as?
FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, investigating deaths tied to the Raccoon City survivors, with gameplay also featuring Leon S. Kennedy.
Do I need to play the older games first?
No — it works as an entry point, though returning to Raccoon City hits harder if you know the series.