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Fans Bite Their Nails: Capcom Surprises and Announces Resident Evil 9, With Release Date Set and Return to the Iconic City of Raccoon City — Who Will Be the Protagonist?

Published on 09/06/2025 at 13:40
Updated on 09/06/2025 at 13:48
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Capcom Surprises at Summer Game Fest by Revealing Resident Evil 9: Requiem, Set to Premiere in 2026, Starring Grace Ashcroft and the Return of Raccoon City to the Plot

During the Summer Game Fest held on Friday (6), Capcom surprised the audience by revealing Resident Evil 9: Requiem. The announcement confirmed the release date for February 27, 2026. The new chapter of the famous franchise will be available for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam.

The trailer introduced the protagonist Grace Ashcroft. She is the daughter of Alyssa Ashcroft, a character who appeared in the spin-off Resident Evil: Outbreak on PS2.

In the storyline, Grace works as an FBI investigator and faces the mysteries of a hotel. This location is directly linked to the character’s tragic past, as it was where her mother was murdered.

The preview also confirmed the return of Raccoon City, one of the most iconic cities in the series. Fans will be able to revisit the setting filled with suspense and dangers, maintaining the characteristic atmosphere of the franchise.

There is still no official confirmation regarding the gameplay perspective. The last main titles, Resident Evil 7 and 8, were in the first person. Meanwhile, the remakes of episodes 2, 3, and 4 utilized third person.

Capcom has not announced which approach will be taken in this new title. With the reveal, anticipation for Resident Evil 9: Requiem is already stirring the gaming community.

One of the Most Famous Franchises in Gaming

Resident Evil is one of the most iconic franchises in the gaming industry. Launched by Capcom in 1996, the series blends horror, action, and investigation in plots involving lethal viruses and terrifying creatures.

With dozens of games, movies, and spin-off products, it has garnered millions of fans over the decades. Each new title keeps the interest alive and renews the global success of the saga.

With information from ND Mais Games.

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