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Resident Evil Requiem Director Warns of 'Edited Messages' After Screenshots Initially Appear to Confirm Leon S. Kennedy's Love Interest - IGN
Resident Evil Requiem director Koshi Nakanishi has cautioned fans about edited screenshots circulating online that appear to confirm Leon S. Kennedy's love interest. While concept art suggests Leon is married, the game leaves his partner ambiguous, leading to fan speculation about Ada Wong or Claire Redfield. Nakanishi has since stated he is going into 'hermit mode' to avoid further discussion on the matter.
Feature: "I've Always Loved Doing Guttural Screams" - Angela Sant'Albano On Joining The World Of Resident Evil
Voice actor Angela Sant'Albano discusses her first role in the video game industry as Grace Ashcroft in Resident Evil Requiem. She shares her experience with performance capture, preparing for intense scenes, and the supportive nature of the Resident Evil fanbase. Sant'Albano also expresses her newfound appreciation for the franchise and her desire to explore more of its titles.
Feature: "I Literally Got Goosebumps" - Nick Apostolides On Returning As Leon In Resident Evil Requiem
Voice 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 Actor Has Seen All Of Your Leon Memes
Nick Apostolides, the voice actor for Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil Requiem, is aware of the fan-made memes and edits featuring his character. He noted that many fans are drawn to the game specifically because of these edits. Director Koshi Nakanishi also commented on the effort put into making Leon's design appealing.
Resident Evil Requiem Japanese players fight "immersion-breaking" censorship
Japanese players of Resident Evil Village are expressing frustration over what they describe as immersion-breaking censorship in the game's gore. Black boxes obscure violent scenes, a practice that differs from some international releases and even the PC version in Japan, despite director Koshi Nakanishi's prior statements about comparability.
Resident Evil Requiem Criticized for 'Immersion-Breaking' Gore Censorship in Japan - IGN
Players of the Japanese version of Resident Evil Requiem are criticizing Capcom's censorship of gore, finding it immersion-breaking and less creative than in previous titles. The game's director, Koshi Nakanishi, had suggested the Japanese version would be comparable to the global release, but players report noticeable blacked-out areas that detract from the experience. This censorship is due to Japan's CERO game ratings board, which has strict guidelines on depictions of violence.
Resident Evil: Requiem | Critical Consensus
Resident Evil: Requiem, the ninth mainline entry in the series, has received generally favorable reviews, with critics praising its blend of classic survival horror elements and modern gameplay. The game features dual protagonists, Leon S. Kennedy and newcomer Grace Ashcroft, offering both intense action and tense exploration. While some reviewers noted a reliance on nostalgia and occasional tonal shifts, the overall consensus is that Capcom has delivered a polished and satisfying experience that celebrates the franchise's legacy.
Capcom says Resident Evil Requiem is closer to Resident Evil 2's style of survival horror
Capcom has stated that Resident Evil Requiem will lean more towards the survival horror style of Resident Evil 2, rather than the action-heavy approach of later titles like Resident Evil 5 and 6. Director Koshi Nakanishi explained that the team aimed to create an experience that is an upgrade of the Resident Evil 2 formula. The game is set to release on February 27th, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch and other platforms.
