Resident Evil Requiem Demo Available, New Roguelite Mode Released
A free demo for the critically acclaimed Resident Evil Requiem is now available across multiple platforms. Players can experience early game sections featuring Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy. Additionally, a new free roguelite mode, 'Leon Must Die Forever,' has been released, focusing on Leon's combat skills.
Coverage across 33 outlets
Resident Evil Requiem is currently Metacritic users' top-rated game of all time
Resident Evil Requiem has become Metacritic users' highest-rated game of all time, according to new statistics. The game has achieved a top position on Metacritic's user score charts.
Games Inbox: Does Resident Evil Requiem live up to the hype?
Readers share their thoughts on Resident Evil Requiem, with some praising its intense moments and graphics while others found it a step backward. Discussions also touch upon Capcom's recent performance, the merits of console exclusives on PC, and the importance of company leadership in the gaming industry.
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.
Resident Evil Requiem review - legendary horror at an all-time high
Resident Evil Requiem is a celebratory return for the legendary series, masterfully blending suffocating horror with nostalgic action elements. The game features two distinct halves, one focusing on first-person horror with agent Grace Ashcroft and the other on action-packed sequences with series icon Leon S. Kennedy. Despite a jarring shift in tone midway through, the game is a spectacular, polished blockbuster that pays homage to the franchise's 30-year history.
Resident Evil Requiem review - a cathartic cross-breed of creeps and carnage
Resident Evil Requiem attempts to blend the survival horror of Resident Evil 7 with the action of Resident Evil 4 Remake, creating a hybrid that is mostly successful. The game features a new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, and a mix of tense stealth and intense combat, though the narrative falters in its latter half.
Resident Evil Requiem Review | Giant Bomb
Resident Evil Requiem offers a "greatest hits" approach to the franchise, blending survival horror elements with action-packed gameplay. The game shifts between new protagonist Grace Ashcroft's tense, first-person horror segments and series mainstay Leon S. Kennedy's over-the-shoulder action, drawing heavily from Resident Evil 4 and 7. Despite some feeling that certain sections are glimpses of a larger game, Resident Evil Requiem is considered an excellent culmination of Capcom's 30 years in the franchise.
Resident Evil Requiem Review
Resident Evil Requiem offers a "greatest hits" approach to the franchise, blending survival horror elements reminiscent of Resident Evil 7 with the action-heavy gameplay of Resident Evil 4. The game features dual protagonists, Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy, each with distinct gameplay styles and tones. While the article praises the innovative horror sections and the cathartic action, it suggests that the "kitchen sink" approach leaves the player wanting more of each individual element.
Resident Evil Requiem DLC is already well underway – what should we expect?
Insider Dusk Golem suggests that downloadable content for the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem is further along in development than anticipated. This speculation follows reports of the game's development being delayed and retooled multiple times. The DLC is expected to be fresh story content, potentially exploring events related to characters like Alyssa Ashcroft.
Resident Evil 7 Review | Giant Bomb
Resident Evil 7 marks a successful return to the series' survival horror roots with a new first-person perspective and a compelling narrative. The game effectively blends familiar exploration and puzzle-solving elements with intense scares, particularly when experienced in PlayStation VR2. While some boss encounters can feel clunky, the overall experience is a strong revitalization for the franchise.
Resident Evil 7 Review
Resident Evil 7 marks a successful return to the series' survival horror roots, adopting a first-person perspective and a more focused narrative. While it experiments with new elements, it retains familiar gameplay loops like exploration, resource management, and puzzle-solving, offering a fresh yet classic Resident Evil experience.