Capcom Reveals Dual Protagonists for Resident Evil Requiem

Written by Brandon Hofer on December 12, 2025

News: Players will get the chance to play as two different characters in the next chapter of the Resident Evil series, with one of them being an iconic favo

During The Game Awards Capcom revealed a key piece of information about the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem (Resident Evil 9). Leon S. Kennedy will be joining the party as part of a dual protagonist team with Grace Ashcroft. They will investigate a series of strange deaths that may just lead to uncovering the hidden truth behind the infamous 1998 Raccoon City incident. Leon begins it off by investigating a dead body found in an abandoned hotel, the same hotel that FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft is simultaneously investigating.

Dual protagonists in Resident Evil Requiem will provide a blend of gameplay that will shake the very core of players’ souls with Leon handling business via exhilarating, death-defying action, while Grace steels herself through spine-tingling survival horror.

Additional updates were also unveiled at The Game Awards, including:

Buckle Up for a Legendary Ride: Resident Evil and Porsche, the world-renowned vehicle manufacturer that has captivated car enthusiasts worldwide for decades, are teaming up for the ride of a lifetime. Together, the two iconic brands will debut a unique Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT in-game as Leon’s trusted ride, providing a legendary ride for a legendary character.

Even More Deluxe Edition: The Resident Evil Requiem Deluxe Edition now also includes three Leon Costumes – Resident Evil 4, “Apocalypse,” and “Film Noir” – plus a DSO emblem weapon charm.

Don’t forget all the bone-chilling previously announced updates, including:

Special Pre-Order Bonus: Pre-orders are available now, and all pre-orders will receive Grace’s gritty costume “Apocalypse” as a bonus.

Switch Things Up: Resident Evil 7 biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil Village Gold Edition will also release on Nintendo Switch 2 the same day that Resident Evil Requiem drops, featuring post-story scenarios and extra game modes. Grab the full bundle with the Resident Evil Generation Pack, exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2, featuring Resident Evil 7 Biohazard Gold Edition, Resident Evil Village Gold Edition, and the all-new Resident Evil Requiem.

Get Your Popcorn Ready!: A jaw-dropping “Resident Evil Showcase” will premiere in early 2026 with an even deeper look at Resident Evil Requiem.

Flaunt Your Fandom in Fortnite: In celebration of Capcom’s introduction into the Epic Games Store, players who purchase Resident Evil Requiem via Epic Games Store will receive special Resident Evil-themed collaboration items in Fortnite like the Grace outfit. Fortnite collaboration items will be distributed after the release of Resident Evil Requiem and we’ll have more details to share soon.

Play Like a Pro: The special edition Resident Evil Requiem Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller featuring designs from the game and styled in gunmetal-inspired black will be available from Nintendo on launch day.

First-Ever Resident Evil Amiibo: Grace from Resident Evil Requiem will become the first-ever Resident Evil amiibo, available starting in Summer 2026.

Nerves of Steel: Experience Resident Evil Requiem like never before with the Premium Steelbook Edition featuring the full game, Deluxe Edition contents, and a limited-edition lenticular card exclusive to this release. Available while supplies last.

Check out the new trailer and then tell us what you think. Are you excited to see Leon return in Resident Evil Requiem?