Resident Evil Requiem Pre-Order Guide
Quick Summary
Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth mainline installment in the Resident Evil series, was released on February 27, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. Pre-orders offered various bonuses, including exclusive in-game costumes and weapon skins, with different editions providing additional content like a custom sound pack, screen filters, and physical collector's items. A themed Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller and a Grace Ashcroft amiibo were also announced.
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- 01 About Resident Evil Requiem
- 02 Pre-Order Availability and Bonuses
- 03 Resident Evil Requiem Editions
- 04 Exclusive Merchandise
- 05 Release Information
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About Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem is a 2026 survival horror game developed and published by Capcom, serving as a major installment in the Resident Evil series following Resident Evil Village (2021). The game features a new playable character, FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, who investigates mysterious deaths related to Raccoon City incident survivors, alongside returning protagonist Leon S. Kennedy.Gameplay in Resident Evil Requiem alternates between Grace's survival horror sections, emphasizing limited resources, evasion, puzzles, and inventory management, and Leon's action-oriented segments. Players can switch between first-person and third-person perspectives. The game was praised by critics for its dark tone, story, atmosphere, and the balance between survival horror and action.
Pre-Order Availability and Bonuses
Pre-orders for Resident Evil Requiem began on October 29, 2025, in the US, and were officially open by November 26, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Steam, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and Epic Games Store.All pre-orders of the game included Grace's 'Apocalypse' costume. This wasteland-style outfit for Grace was a digital bonus, with the weapon shown in promotional art being earnable in-game.
Resident Evil Requiem Editions
Resident Evil Requiem was available in several editions, each offering different content:Standard Edition
The Standard Edition included the base game. Its MSRP was $69.99, with PC gamers able to find discounts on Steam codes at some retailers. Physical copies purchased from Amazon reportedly came with a free poster.Deluxe Edition
The Deluxe Edition of Resident Evil Requiem featured the full game along with a variety of digital extras. These included:Deluxe Steelbook Edition
For collectors, the Deluxe Steelbook Edition included everything from the Deluxe Edition, plus physical extras such as a steelbook case and a limited-edition lenticular card. This edition was noted to be going fast due to its limited availability.Collector's Edition (Japan Only, Potential for Other Regions)
A Collector's Edition was announced as Japan-only initially, but with the possibility of release in other regions. This edition included the Deluxe Edition of the game, an original steelbook, an acrylic display stand of Grace, and special binding sleeve and display packaging. A 1/6 scale Grace Ashcroft figure was also in development, scheduled for release in Fall 2026.Nintendo Switch 2 Generation Pack
For Nintendo Switch 2 users, a 'Resident Evil Generation Pack' was offered. This bundle included Resident Evil Requiem, Resident Evil 7 Biohazard Gold Edition, and Resident Evil Village Gold Edition, serving as a way for new players to experience the modern first-person era of Resident Evil games.Exclusive Merchandise
Capcom released several exclusive items alongside Resident Evil Requiem:Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller
An original Resident Evil Requiem-themed Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller was launched on February 27, 2026, the same day as the game. This was the first limited-edition Switch 2 Pro controller released by Nintendo since the console's launch. It retailed for $99.99.Grace Ashcroft amiibo
Capcom also announced the release of a Grace Ashcroft amiibo in Summer 2026, marking the first official Resident Evil amiibo. Pre-orders for the amiibo were not available at the time of the game's release.Fortnite Skin
Ordering Resident Evil Requiem on the Epic Games Store provided a Grace Ashcroft Fortnite skin, among other items, which were distributed after the game's release.Release Information
Resident Evil Requiem was officially released on Friday, February 27, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows (Steam and Epic Games Store), and Xbox Series X/S. Due to global time zones, some players could access the game as early as February 26. The game was developed with the RE Engine and was the first Resident Evil game designed for ninth-generation consoles. It quickly became the fastest-selling Resident Evil game, selling 5 million copies in five days and over 7 million units within two months.[ System Notice ]
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FAQ Database
Q.01 When was Resident Evil Requiem released?
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Resident Evil Requiem was released on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Q.02 What platforms is Resident Evil Requiem available on?
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Resident Evil Requiem is available on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows (Steam and Epic Games Store), and Xbox Series X/S.
Q.03 What was included with a pre-order of Resident Evil Requiem?
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All pre-orders of Resident Evil Requiem included Grace's 'Apocalypse' costume.
Q.04 What content did the Deluxe Edition of Resident Evil Requiem include?
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The Deluxe Edition included the full game, five costumes, four weapon skins, two charms, two screen filters, a custom sound pack ('Raccoon City Classic' audio pack), and additional in-game files ('Letters from 1998').
Q.05 Was there a special Nintendo Switch 2 controller for Resident Evil Requiem?
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Yes, an original Resident Evil Requiem-themed Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller was released on February 27, 2026, alongside the game.
Q.06 Is there a Resident Evil Requiem amiibo?
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Yes, a Grace Ashcroft amiibo was announced for release in Summer 2026, making it the first official Resident Evil amiibo.