Resident Evil Requiem details game mechanics and plot

The Resident Evil Showcase was held by Capcom in the last week of January 2026, presenting technical information about Resident Evil Requiem. The title marks the franchise's return to Raccoon City, introducing a hybrid perspective system that allows players to switch between first and third person at any time. The narrative will be led by the duo of Leon S. Kennedy, an agent of the DSO, and Grace Ashcroft, an analyst from the FBI, whose paths connect through the mystery involving the term Elpis and the death of Alyssa Ashcroft.

The diversification of survival mechanics is a positive point for the longevity of the series. While Leon focuses on tactical combat, using a new axe and parry mechanics, Grace introduces elements of strict resource management in a sanatorium. The ability to create essential items using infected blood and the strategic use of the Requiem revolver demonstrate a technical care in offering distinct experiences for each protagonist, balancing modern action with traditional survival horror.

"Leon is investigating a series of suspicious deaths that may have been caused by an unknown virus. Grace begins her journey in a sanatorium, requiring difficult decisions when choosing which enemies to face and which to avoid. Limited resources force the player to make critical decisions."

However, the implementation of specific behaviors in zombies is subject to severe criticism. It is regrettable that Capcom has opted for enemies that maintain everyday habits, such as a chef or janitors cleaning mirrors, which could compromise the biological horror atmosphere in favor of predictable exploration mechanics. Additionally, the requirement of Ink Ribbons for saves only in Grace's campaign in Standard mode creates a technical inconsistency in the difficulty curve between the two characters, fragmenting the gaming experience in an arbitrary way.

"The keyword Elpis connects everything: Grace's mother's death, her own past, and the story linked to Leon. The Standard (Classic) mode increases tension, requiring Ink Ribbons for each save while playing as Grace, demanding strategy in resource management."

The title offers difficulties ranging from Casual, with aim assistance and greater damage tolerance, to the Classic mode, which rescues technical limitations of saving from the first Capcom games. Exploring the residual behaviors of the undead will be a pillar for overcoming obstacles, although the narrative effectiveness of this feature still needs to be proven in the final version of the software.

Will the introduction of zombies with routine behaviors in Resident Evil Requiem enrich tactical gameplay or end up diluting the constant sense of danger characteristic of the franchise?