Capcom confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth main installment in the saga, was added to more than 4 million wishlists in less than two months before its premiere
In less than two months since its arrival on the market, Resident Evil Requiem has already reached a significant milestone: more than 4 million wishlists on all platforms. Capcom has officially confirmed the figure, reinforcing expectations surrounding the new installment of its emblematic survival horror franchise.
The title will be released on February 27, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, with a simultaneous launch that aims to maximize its global impact. The level of anticipation reached suggests a solid commercial debut and a strong position within the annual release calendar.
New protagonists and the return to Raccoon City
One of the main factors behind the excitement is the introduction of Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst who assumes the leading role. Her story unfolds in the ruins of Raccoon City, almost thirty years after the catastrophe caused by the T-Virus, a setting full of symbolism for longtime followers of the saga.
Éxito asegurado: Resident Evil Requiem supera los 4 millones de listas de deseos
Added to this is the return of Leon S. Kennedy, one of the most iconic characters in Resident Evil. His presence, surrounded by mystery and with new narrative angles, acts as a bridge between nostalgia and renewal, attracting both veterans and new players.
Capcom has also opted for a dual-protagonist structure, with differentiated control styles, which expands the narrative value and offers an experience that functions almost like two games in one.
Gameplay flexibility and a return to classic horror
Resident Evil Requiem introduces a significant innovation: the possibility of choosing between first-person or third-person perspective, an unprecedented option in the main saga. According to Capcom, this decision responds directly to the community's requests, offering greater freedom to adapt the experience to different play styles.
In contrast to current trends, the title completely dispenses with multiplayer modes and seasonal content, focusing exclusively on a single-player campaign. This approach reinforces the return to classic horror, with an emphasis on atmosphere, constant tension, and limited resource management.
Thanks to the RE Engine, the game features substantial improvements in graphics, lighting, and physics. The enemy artificial intelligence is more reactive and adaptable, which forces players to improvise, use stealth, explore alternative routes, and avoid unnecessary confrontations.
Éxito asegurado: Resident Evil Requiem supera los 4 millones de listas de deseos
Impact on the community and global expectations
The announcement of the number of wishlists caused a strong reaction on social networks and specialized forums. On platforms such as Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox, Resident Evil Requiem quickly positioned itself among the most anticipated titles of the year.
In a context dominated by games as a service and multiplayer experiences, Requiem's anticipated success confirms that there is sustained demand for intense, self-contained, horror-focused narrative experiences. The proximity of the franchise's 30th anniversary further reinforces expectations, fueling speculation about possible additional surprises from Capcom.
Everything indicates that Resident Evil Requiem will not only be one of the most important releases of 2026 but also a statement of intent about the future of survival horror.
