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Capcom has released a playable demo for Resident Evil Requiem across PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, letting players experience early stages of the survival horror title; note that demo save data cannot be transferred to the full game.
An in-depth look traces the nickname Mr. X for Resident Evil 2’s Tyrant to early development materials, including a Japanese alias, Nazo no Otoko X, used in scripts and licensing text before the final game. Capcom confirms the official name is Tyrant and that Mr. X was used to refer to the human form, with licensing art and interviews supporting its use, suggesting the moniker originated with the development team rather than a US guide mistake; the exact rationale behind choosing the nickname remains unclear.
A Capcom insider tied to Dusk Golem leaks that Devil May Cry 1 is being remade and Capcom plans multiple Resident Evil remakes (including RE1, RE0, and RE10) with codenames like Project Chambers, Fallen, and Redlife. RE1R is reportedly in full production, RE10 would feature Claire Redfield, and Zero/RE10 would use the REX Engine. Ada Wong is said to appear in RE9 DLC, and Capcom allegedly shut down fan remakes. These claims are unconfirmed rumors.
Capcom released a free update for Resident Evil: Requiem adding 'Leon Must Die Forever,' a post‑story gauntlet where Leon S. Kennedy and players face tougher enemies and bosses across familiar areas, race against the clock across five ranks, and unlock enhancer abilities by filling an upgrade gauge.
Capcom has no plan to age out Resident Evil’s core heroes, stating that iconic characters like Leon can return long after their first appearances, and that the series will continue to feature its legacy cast rather than force aging or retirement.
Capcom producer Masato Kumazawa says the fan backlash to Grace’s DLSS 5 AI redesign was a positive sign, suggesting Grace quickly became a fan favorite and that Capcom got her design right, while avoiding direct criticism of Nvidia’s tech amid the Capcom–NVIDIA partnership.
Zach Cregger explains he created an original character for his Resident Evil movie instead of retelling Leon’s story, using Austin Abrams as a relatable ‘avatar’ who navigates a nightmarish Raccoon City as a medical courier. The film, co-written with Shay Hatten and featuring a cast that includes Zach Cherry, Kali Reis, Paul Walter Hauser and Johnno Wilson, adapts the 1996 Capcom game and opens in theaters on Sept. 18.
Sony Pictures taps Zach Cregger to direct an original Resident Evil story set in the game universe, not a direct adaptation. Led by Austin Abrams with Paul Walter Hauser and others, the film aims for a grounded survival-horror vibe and was teased at CinemaCon; it opens in theaters on September 18, 2026, after the previous reboot Welcome to Raccoon City underperformed and a Netflix series was canceled.
Director Zach Cregger is making a standalone Resident Evil movie for Sony/Columbia, blending the video game mythos with his own cinematic voice. The film stars Austin Abrams as a medical courier who finds himself in a chaotic, survival-driven night, and is described as a true Cregger movie that still honors the game franchise. Release date is set for September 18.
Sony released the trailer for the new Resident Evil movie, directed and co-written by Zach Cregger, offering an original story with a new courier-protagonist amid a Raccoon City outbreak and no appearances from classic characters like Leon or Jill; produced by Constantin Film, with Shay Hatten co-writing, the reboot hits theaters on Sept. 18, continuing the franchise after six previous installments.
Capcom says Resident Evil Requiem's post-launch story DLC is in production, with RE9 director Akishi Nakanishi and producer Masato Kumazawa offering only light details; a mini-game arrival is imminent, but the content is not disclosed. The timeline for the DLC has been pushed to late-2026 or possibly 2027, per Dusk Golem, and Capcom is rumored to be working on a Code Veronica Remake. Fans are invited to share ideas via Insider Gaming Discord.
A fan datamine reportedly uncovers new Resident Evil Requiem music, fueling speculation that a Mercenaries mode and a May minigame/update are in the works. Capcom teased a future update, and the discovered tracks—especially a ticking motif—have fans guessing about a Mercenaries return; official details are not confirmed. Resident Evil Requiem is on Nintendo Switch 2 with planned expansion DLC.
Wuthering Waves' second anniversary update arrives on 30 April, delivering 20 free login pulls, reset of top-up bonuses, and a wealth of new content including the Dimn Plains area with three story quests, two new characters (Hiyuki and Denia), an improved outfit/accessory system, expedition motorbikes, an aerial mode, and a new aerial-tactics module. Licensed motorcycle skins inspired by Resident Evil, Pragmata, Kaiju No 8, and Haikyu will be available for free during the event, though they won’t persist after the update cycle.
Capcom’s legal team asked YouTuber GrizzoUK to remove NSFW mods based on Capcom properties (Resident Evil and Stellar Blade), citing IP rights and terms of service; the channel was briefly suspended by YouTube and later reinstated. Capcom says mods that damage the game's image or reputation can invite action, while the modding community questions consistency. Kotaku is seeking comment and will update.
Capcom has released the original Resident Evil trilogy on Steam via GOG, making classic PSX-era titles accessible without a PlayStation but as PC ports with DRM and imperfect compatibility (e.g., Steam Deck issues and 4:3 scaling quirks). The move, aided by GOG, underscores a broader industry pattern of publishers shrinking official retro catalogs, pushing emulation or fan work as the default path and highlighting the ongoing preservation challenge for gaming history.