Resident Evil Requiem Ignites Fan Frenzy with New Trailer and 5 Million Wishlists

The horrible thing is coming back, and this time, millions of people are ready to answer. The next mainline game in Capcom's long-running survival horror series, Resident Evil Requiem, has finally crossed 5 million wishlists before it comes out. That number tells you a lot. Clearly, people's desire for zombies, biohazards, and mysterious plots hasn't gone away—it's gotten stronger.

A brand-new trailer shown at a recent State of Play event gave fans a better look at what's to come. The video showed intense action scenes, creepy settings, and story hints that have already caused a lot of talk online. Some people thought the video might have shown more than they were expecting, but most people are really excited about it.

Over the past ten years, Resident Evil has gone through some interesting changes.

There was a time when the show seemed to be looking for its way. After that, Resident Evil 7 Biohazard brought the series back to being a true horror series. It was back at the top of its genre thanks to the popular remakes that came after Resident Evil Village. And now, with Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom looks like it's ready to really build on that.

One of the most important things that makes people so excited? Kennedy, Leon S., is back in a lead part. Leon is more than just a figure for many fans; he's a big part of what made Resident Evil so memorable in the first place. His roles in Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 made an impression that will last, and adding him to Requiem feels like a smart choice. There is a natural link between the past and the present.

Leon won't be by himself, though. FBI agent Grace Ashcroft is added as a second possible main character in the game. The story will be told from both of their points of view. People say that Grace's parts are more like standard survival horror—they are slower, more tense, and focus on having few resources. Leon, on the other hand, offers fast-paced action and fights that last a long time. One story, two ways.

As for the interesting part, you will be able to switch between first-person and third-person views whenever you want. Want to feel like you're really there and close to every sound and shadow? You can do it in first-person view. Want a bigger view to make fighting go more smoothly? There is also a third person. Because it's flexible, it could make the game feel more personal for different types of players.

There are also new figures getting more attention.

Emily, a strange and weak girl found in the Roadsill Chronic Care Center, seems to be very important to Grace's story. Grace's boss at the FBI, Nathan Dempsey, tells her to look into a disturbing string of deaths happening all over the United States. The main suspect in all of this is Victor Gideon. People who know Gideon say that he used to work on T-virus studies at the infamous Umbrella Corporation, which was also responsible for the Raccoon City disaster. Fans are already scratching their heads over that detail.

Besides the big announcements, Capcom also showed off gameplay during a Nintendo Direct partner presentation. It has been revealed that Resident Evil Requiem will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. The series has usually worked well on a wide range of hardware, and early reviews of the new game suggest it will also work well on Nintendo's upcoming console.

The Switch 2 will likely get Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 7 Biohazard, which will make the series even more popular there. Promotion hasn't stopped with gaming videos. A short movie called "Evil Has Always Had a Name" came out not long ago. It focuses on atmosphere rather than giving away the story. The short film's goal is to build tension and mood without giving away major plot points. It leans toward the creepy, strange, and just a little bit haunting tone that Resident Evil fans love.

You can already pre-order Resident Evil Requiem.

The standard version costs $70, which is the first time that a mainline game in the series has had that price tag. The deluxe version comes with extra costumes for Grace, weapon skins, filters, charms, an audio pack, and in-game files that you can collect. Reports say that some special versions sold out very quickly, which shows how popular they are.

All pre-orders come with an extra "Apocalypse" costume for Grace, which is a small bonus for people who buy early. Online communities are very busy. To get ready for Leon's return, fans are playing old games like Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4. Some people are breaking down each frame of the trailer to look for hints.

It's not just a number that you can make five million wish lists. It means you have faith in yourself. Over the years, this shows that it can still scare and interest people. Resident Evil Requiem is the only game that counts right now. It will either be the biggest game in the series so far, or it will surprise everyone in ways that no one saw coming.