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The announcement and release date of 'Resident Evil 9' leaked: what is known so far

Insiders claim that Capcom will announce Resident Evil 9 in June and release it in the first quarter of 2026

Rumors about Resident Evil 9 keep growing. Everything indicates that Capcom will reveal the game in question within days.

According to several leaks, the official presentation would take place during the Summer Game Fest, and the release would arrive in 2026.

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Rumors about Resident Evil 9 keep growing | La Derecha Diario

When would Resident Evil 9 be announced?

Journalist Andi, from ScreeFire Germany, stated that Capcom is going to present Resident Evil 9 during the Summer Game Fest. The event begins on June 6, 2025.

This matches the release pattern of the saga, which usually features announcements at major events and launches at the beginning of the year.

What would the release date be?

According to the same leak, the game would arrive between January 1 and March 31, 2026. Although there is no official confirmation yet, the window sounds plausible.

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They claim that Capcom is going to present Resident Evil 9 during the Summer Game Fest | La Derecha Diario

This information gains strength because it was backed by Dusk Golem, one of the most recognized insiders in the Resident Evil universe.

Who is Dusk Golem and why does his word matter?

Dusk Golem has a long track record of accurate leaks about Capcom. Although he is not always right, his involvement in this rumor gives it more weight.

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Dusk Golem has a long track record of accurate leaks about Capcom | La Derecha Diario

In the past, he anticipated key details of Resident Evil Village and other titles in the franchise.

What is known about the development of Resident Evil 9?

Capcom has not confirmed anything officially. However, several reports agree that the game has been in development for years and would have a more open and ambitious approach.

There is also speculation that this installment would close the trilogy that began with Resident Evil 7 and continued with Village.

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Koshi Nakanishi, director of Resident Evil 9 | La Derecha Diario

Which platforms would receive it?

Everything indicates that Resident Evil 9 would arrive on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. There are no clear signs of a version for previous-generation consoles.

If Capcom keeps its current approach, it could also be compatible with iOS or cloud gaming services.

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How reliable is this leak?

As always, these rumors should be taken with caution. Until Capcom confirms it, there is no guarantee that Resident Evil 9 will be announced in June or released in 2026.

Nevertheless, the alignment of sources and the track record of those involved make this leak more credible than in previous cases.

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