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'Half the fans would want to hang me': Leon Kennedy's voice actor won't say whether he's Team Ada or Team Claire, but he does point to all that Ada has done for Leon
Resident Evil voice actor Nick Apostolides, who voices Leon Kennedy, discussed the long-standing fan debate between Ada Wong and Claire Redfield. While he avoided picking a side to appease fans, he acknowledged Ada Wong's significant role in saving Leon's life multiple times throughout the series.
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Enigma DRM has been removed from Resident Evil 4 Remake, according to Reddit discussions. Additionally, patch notes for War Robots: Frontiers released on March 3, 2026, were also mentioned.
'I did create a whole mood board': Playing Leon Kennedy in Resident Evil Requiem was 'uncharted territory' for Nick Apostolides because the stakes were so high
Voice actor Nick Apostolides discusses his portrayal of Leon Kennedy in Resident Evil Requiem, noting the character's increased weariness and experience compared to the Resident Evil 4 remake. Apostolides explains that creating this version of Leon involved significant character exploration, including the use of a mood board to capture the high stakes and emotional depth required for the role.
Resident Evil Requiem Now Tied For Metacritic's Greatest Game of All Time
Resident Evil Requiem has achieved a Metacritic User Score tying it for the highest-rated game of all time, surpassing titles like Metal Gear Solid and The Witcher 3. The game also set a new series record on Steam with over 330,000 concurrent players. It is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, featuring dual protagonists Leon Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft with swappable first and third-person perspectives.
Marathon Fontslop & New Pokemon Type | TAG
This article covers several gaming news items, including Bungie's decision to keep the "fontslop" UI in Marathon, potential new monster types and mechanics in Pokémon Winds and Waves, preorder bonuses for Pokémon Pokopia, a progress-losing glitch in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, a new expansion for Cities Skylines 1, Nvidia's RTX 5070 topping the Steam Hardware Survey, feedback from Marathon's Server Slam, Capcom removing Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake, and a potential tease for a Fallout: New Vegas remaster from Iron Galaxy Studios.
Resident Evil Requiem tease sparks debate as fans ponder if Leon S. Kennedy really has put a ring on it - and if so who?
Fans are speculating about Leon S. Kennedy's marital status in Resident Evil Requiem after noticing a ring on his finger in the game and concept art. The detail has sparked debate about whether he is married and, if so, to whom, with Ada Wong and Claire Redfield being popular fan theories. Resident Evil Requiem itself is a critical and commercial success, celebrating the series' 30th anniversary.
Street Fighter 6 reveals first Alex gameplay in new Fighting Pass trailer
Capcom has released a new trailer showcasing Alex in the "Alex Arrives!" Fighting Pass for Street Fighter 6. The trailer reveals Alex's updated design and a new stance-based gameplay style. The Fighting Pass also includes new cosmetics and the classic arcade game Black Tiger.
Resident Evil 4 remake has the Enigma Protector DRM removed
Capcom has removed The Enigma Protector DRM from the Resident Evil 4 remake, following the earlier removal of Denuvo. This change, confirmed by SteamDB, is expected to improve game performance across all platforms, including PC, SteamOS, and Linux.
Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Releases This Month
Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection is set to release on March 27 for Nintendo Switch, bringing the complete trilogy to modern hardware. This collection adapts the original Nintendo DS titles, featuring enhanced visuals, a gallery of art assets, a music player, and online support for trading and battles.
Capcom Spotlight broadcast set for March 5 with Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Street Fighter 6
Capcom will host a 30-minute broadcast on March 5, 2026, featuring updates on upcoming titles including Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Street Fighter 6, Mega Man: Dual Override, Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, and PRAGMATA. While specific details for Monster Hunter Stories 3 and PRAGMATA were not revealed, the broadcast will showcase Excellence Awards winners for Mega Man: Dual Override and detail online features for Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection.
Best New PS Plus RPG Has Free DLC on PS Store, Yours to Keep
Capcom's RPG Monster Hunter Rise is among the free PlayStation Plus Essential games for March 2026, available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The game includes several free DLC packs, such as bonus packs and cosmetic items like the Velkhana Costume Palamute layered armor, which players can keep permanently.
Capcom yank Resident Evil 4 Remake's Enigma DRM, which had reportedly impacted the horror flick's performance
Capcom has removed the Enigma DRM from the Resident Evil 4 Remake on PC, following player complaints about performance impacts. The Enigma DRM was only recently added, replacing Denuvo DRM, and reports indicated it negatively affected CPU performance and frame rates.
March Capcom Spotlight Officially Announced
Capcom announced a livestream event for March 5th, showcasing upcoming releases including Mega Man: Dual Override, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, PRAGMATA, and Street Fighter 6. The science-fiction action-adventure game PRAGMATA, featuring unique hacking gameplay, is set to launch on April 24, 2026, with players controlling a spacefarer and an android duo.
Capcom ditches Resident Evil 4 Remake's new, performance-choking DRM
Capcom has removed all DRM software from the PC version of Resident Evil 4 Remake on Steam. The game previously used Enigma Protector, which replaced Denuvo, but has now been stripped of any digital rights management to improve performance.
Capcom Spotlight on Thursday to feature Mega Man: Dual Override and more
Capcom announced a 30-minute video presentation called Capcom Spotlight scheduled for Thursday. The event will provide new details on Mega Man: Dual Override, Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Pragmata, and Street Fighter 6. Mega Man: Dual Override is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
Resident Evil Requiem gains an arachnophobia mode done right, with everyone's favourite steam engine subbed for spiders
A modder named ZombieAli has created an arachnophobia mode for Resident Evil Village, replacing spiders with Thomas the Tank Engine. This mod aims to help players who are afraid of spiders enjoy the game, with other modders offering alternative replacements like blobs or small creatures.
Capcom Pulls Enigma DRM From Resident Evil 4 Remake, Following Performance Complaints - IGN
Capcom has removed the Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake following widespread player complaints about performance degradation. The controversial DRM, which replaced Denuvo anti-piracy protection, was found to cause significant frame rate drops, particularly in cutscenes. Fans and performance analysts have criticized the decision to add DRM to an older game, leading to Capcom's apparent reversal.
Resident Evil Requiem's The Final Puzzle has finally been figured out, and it's just as complicated and long as you'd think: 'We don't get the doll if we don't AFK at the grinder'
The complex "The Final Puzzle" in Resident Evil Requiem has been solved by players after a four-day community effort. The intricate puzzle involves a series of obscure tasks, including waiting for bodies to be ground up and carrying a specific doll through multiple playthroughs, with the reward being in-game currency and a message confirming completion.
Leon S. Kennedy is hiding a huge secret in Resident Evil Requiem, but you'll need to beat the game first to figure…
A secret about Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil Requiem is revealed in the game's final cutscene and concept art, suggesting he may be married. Players can discover a wedding band on his left ring finger after beating the game. Fans are speculating about the identity of his spouse, with theories pointing towards Claire Redfield or Ada Wong.
Capcom Vows To Do Better After Monster Hunter Wilds' PC Issues
Capcom has acknowledged and vowed to address the technical issues plaguing Monster Hunter Wilds on PC, aiming to improve its performance and attract new players. The company plans to leverage the technical expertise gained from these challenges for future PC game development, noting that PC sales now constitute approximately 50% of their total unit sales. A recent patch has already improved performance, and a large-scale expansion is planned for the game.
