Resident Evil 6
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Resident Evil 10 – 5 Ways It Could Build on RequiemThis article discusses potential improvements for the next mainline Resident Evil title, Resident Evil 10, drawing lessons from Resident Evil Requiem. Key suggestions include moving away from Raccoon City, refocusing on stealth gameplay over action, evolving level design with more backtracking and verticality, featuring more of the supporting cast like Ada Wong and Jill Valentine, and concluding the 'The Connections' storyline.
Resident Evil Requiem Hides a Secret Website Address — But the Domain Has Now Been Snatched Up By a Gabe Newell Fan - IGNA secret website address, NEWDAWN-capcom.com, hidden within Resident Evil Requiem has been registered by a fan of Valve founder Gabe Newell. The domain was claimed shortly after being discovered by players, potentially thwarting Capcom's plans for the URL. Fans are speculating about the meaning of 'New Dawn' and its connection to the Resident Evil series.
Games Inbox: Is buying physical video games becoming more popular?Readers discuss the resurgence of physical game sales, drawing parallels to vinyl and other retro media. Concerns are raised about the future of the Fallout franchise under Bethesda and Todd Howard's direction, with a preference for Obsidian's involvement. The success of Pokémon Pokopia is highlighted as a risk rewarded, while the Nintendo vs. Sega rivalry is revisited, noting Nintendo's current dominance.
Games Inbox: Should Capcom remake Resident Evil 6?This collection of reader letters discusses various gaming topics, including the potential for a Resident Evil 6 remake, the rising cost of amiibo figures, and the future of Xbox's hardware strategy. Other points of discussion include the design of Nintendo's Virtual Boy games, the marketing of Fortnite, and the perceived lack of major releases from Naughty Dog this generation.
Resident Evil Requiem Director Confirms New Story Content and Mini Game Are In The WorksKoshi Nakanishi, director of Resident Evil Requiem, confirmed that new content is in development, including a story expansion and a mini-game. The game has sold over five million units since its release less than two weeks ago. Additional planned content includes a photo mode, with the story expansion aiming for a May release.
Resident Evil Requiem Is Hooking Millions of Players – Here’s WhyResident Evil Requiem has achieved significant success, with over five million copies sold in its first week and a peak Steam concurrent player count of 344,214, surpassing previous series entries. The game's appeal is attributed to its semi-open-world Raccoon City exploration, dual-character gameplay with Leon and Grace, engaging survival horror mechanics, and sublime gameplay that encourages replayability through unlockable content and difficulty options.
A Silent Hill Super Fan Plays Resident Evil For the First TimeA self-proclaimed Silent Hill superfan shares their journey into the Resident Evil franchise for the first time, overcoming initial apprehension with survival horror mechanics. After a failed attempt with the Resident Evil 2 remake, they successfully completed it and are now committed to playing through key titles featuring main characters before tackling Resident Evil 9.
Resident Evil Requiem's "fan service" is entirely earned - and it's much more than that tooResident Evil Requiem is lauded for its earned fan service, weaving nostalgic elements and callbacks into its core mechanics and narrative. The article argues that after 30 years, the series and its characters, like Leon, deserve this celebratory victory lap, which masterfully blends old and new era Resident Evil elements.
Resident Evil Requiem Is Suffering an Identity Crisis - IGNThis opinion piece argues that Resident Evil Requiem suffers from an identity crisis by attempting to blend its survival horror roots with more action-oriented gameplay. While the game received high scores, the author feels the tonal shifts between playing as Grace and Leon undermine the overall experience, making it feel fractured and reminiscent of the poorly received Resident Evil 6.- Resident Evil Requiem Is Suffering an Idenitiy Crisis - IGNThis opinion piece argues that Resident Evil Requiem suffers from an identity crisis by attempting to blend its survival horror roots with more action-oriented gameplay. The author feels the game's tonal shifts between playing as Grace and Leon undermine the tension and overall cohesion, making it feel like a less focused experience compared to previous entries like Resident Evil 7 and Village.
Feature: "I Literally Got Goosebumps" - Nick Apostolides On Returning As Leon In Resident Evil RequiemVoice actor Nick Apostolides discusses his return as Leon Kennedy in the new survival horror title Resident Evil Requiem, noting the challenges of portraying an older, more experienced Leon and returning to Raccoon City. He also touches on his collaboration with co-star Angela Sant'Albano and the future direction of the Resident Evil series.
Resident Evil Requiem Records Strong Japanese Sales, But Still Dwarfed by Resident Evil 5 and 6Resident Evil Requiem has achieved over five million units sold worldwide since its launch. In Japan, the game sold nearly 200,000 physical copies during its opening week, with the PlayStation 5 version leading sales. Despite a strong performance, these figures are significantly lower than the opening week sales of Resident Evil 5 and Resident Evil 6 in the region.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloadsPlayStation has revealed the top downloaded games for February 2026 across PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play titles in various regions. Resident Evil 4 and its zombie-themed content dominated the charts in both US/Canada and Asia for PS5.
Games Inbox: Will Resident Evil Requiem get a Mercenaries mode?Readers discuss the potential addition of a Mercenaries mode to Resident Evil Requiem and the future of the Resident Evil series, including the possibility of remaking older titles. Other topics include the merits of console exclusives, the perceived lack of effort in game announcements, and the performance of games on the Nintendo Switch compared to other platforms.
Review – Resident Evil: Requiem (PlayStation 5)Resident Evil: Requiem is a masterfully crafted survival horror experience that celebrates the franchise's 30th anniversary. The game features dual protagonists Leon S. Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft, a compelling narrative connecting past lore, and a blend of classic survival horror gameplay with stylish action. While performance on the base PlayStation 5 can dip, the overall presentation and gameplay make it a must-play for fans.- PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloadsResident Evil Requiem led the download charts for PlayStation 5 in both the US and EU regions for February 2026. The article provides comprehensive download rankings for PS5, PS4, PS VR2, and free-to-play titles on the PlayStation Store.
Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed 5m copies | TAGResident Evil Requiem has achieved over 5 million sales in less than a week, marking a significant success for Capcom and the survival horror genre. The game launched on February 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, and has received strong critical and user reviews. The article also touches on Dungeons & Dragons' "5.5e" update, Pokémon Pokopia's global release, and Capcom's commitment to addressing PC performance issues in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Resident Evil Requiem DLC plans and new remake news leaksResident Evil Requiem has sold over five million copies, setting a new franchise record. Insider "Dusk Golem" claims DLC for the game is in late-stage development, potentially featuring Leon S. Kennedy. Additionally, leaks suggest Capcom is in full production for a remake of the original Resident Evil, with Resident Evil Code: Veronica and Resident Evil Zero remakes also rumored.
Resident Evil Requiem Is a Kick-Ass Leon Kennedy Legacy Sequel - IGNResident Evil Requiem is a highly acclaimed legacy sequel that successfully brings back fan-favorite character Leon S. Kennedy for a new adventure, 14 years after his last original outing in Resident Evil 6. The game is praised for its engaging narrative, which allows Leon to age and mature while retaining his signature charm and combat prowess, offering a fresh yet familiar experience for fans of the series, particularly Resident Evil 4.- FZ berättar historien om Resident Evil – från herrgård till RequiemThis article chronicles the 30-year history of Capcom's Resident Evil series, from its survival horror origins in 1996 to its future with Resident Evil Requiem in 2026. It details the evolution of the franchise through various installments, including remakes and spin-offs, highlighting its shifts between horror and action genres and its impact on the industry.