Resident Evil Requiem: 10 things you need to know

Resident Evil Requiem: Story
Grace is writing a summary report on her investigation into a series of deaths due to an unidentifiable disease, when her boss interrupts and asks to see her in his cabin. He informs Grace there that the mysterious disease seems to have claimed another life at the abandoned Wrenwood Hotel and wants her to go there and investigate the crime scene.

Grace Ashcroft’s connection to the Wrenwood Hotel
Grace is visibly shocked to hear the name of the hotel, as it brings horrific memories. The Wrenwood Hotel is the same hotel where her mother, Alyssa, was murdered eight years ago.

Story themes
As per Capcom, Resident Evil Requiem’s story will “explore the legacy of the Umbrella Corporation and Grace's confrontation with her past.” The developer adds that RE: Requiem has rich characters and the gameplay is “more immersive than ever before.”

The truth behind the T-virus outbreak
The Wrenwood Hotel case will lead Grace to uncover the hidden truth behind 1998’s zombie outbreak in Raccoon City.

Resident Evil Requiem: Support for both FPP and TPP
Resident Evil Requiem supports both first-person and third-person views/ perspectives. You can switch between the two at any time while playing.

Resident Evil Requiem: Gameplay elements
As Grace Ashcroft, you will have to manage your resources wisely as you progress in your investigation. Some puzzles are also thrown in the mix. But most importantly, she is going to fight for her life as she progresses in her assigned case.

Platforms and release date
Resident Evil Requiem will launch on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on February 27, 2026.