Resident Evil Requiem Pre Orders Opening

Resident Evil Requiem (known as Biohazard Requiem in Japan) is an upcoming survival horror video game developed and published by Capcom. It serves as the ninth mainline entry in the Resident Evil franchise, following Resident Evil Village (2021). The game promises a return to the series’ roots with intense, heart-pounding horror elements, blending exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat against grotesque enemies. It is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026, and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC (via Steam), and Nintendo Switch 2.

Story and Setting
Set approximately 30 years after the infamous Raccoon City outbreak from Resident Evil 2 and 3, the game revisits a devastated version of the city, including iconic locations like the Raccoon City Police Department. The narrative centers on a new protagonist, FBI agent Grace Ashcroft, a young analyst investigating a series of bizarre murders. As she delves deeper, Grace confronts not only external horrors but also personal trauma tied to the death of her mother, journalist Alyssa Ashcroft (a character from Resident Evil Outbreak). Early trailers suggest themes of grief, memory, and “requiem for the dead,” with footage showing pursuits by a deranged serial killer-like figure amid zombie-infested ruins.

Gameplay
Resident Evil Requiem introduces flexible perspective switching between first-person (default for tense, immersive horror) and third-person (for more action-oriented play), marking a departure from the series’ recent first-person exclusives like RE7 and Village. Powered by Capcom’s RE Engine, it emphasizes survival mechanics such as resource management, inventory puzzles, and cinematic set pieces. Expect a mix of zombies, bio-organic weapons, and psychological horror, with dynamic lighting and ray tracing enhancing the atmosphere.

Update on Resident Evil Requiem Collector’s Edition
As of September 19, 2025, Capcom has not yet announced any Collector’s Edition (or other special editions like Deluxe or Gold) for Resident Evil Requiem. The game was revealed just three months ago at Summer Game Fest on June 6, 2025, with a full release slated for February 27, 2026. Given the timeline, pre-order details and premium editions are typically revealed 3-6 months before launch, so expect news sometime between late 2025 and early 2026—possibly tied to events like Tokyo Game Show (September 26-October 5, 2025) or The Game Awards in December.

Why the Delay?

Historical Patterns: Recent Resident Evil titles like Village (2021) and Resident Evil 4 Remake (2023) had their Collector’s Editions announced around 4-6 months pre-launch, often alongside deeper gameplay reveals. For Requiem, Capcom has focused so far on core announcements, including the Nintendo Switch 2 port during the September 11 Nintendo Direct.