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CNET
9 hours ago
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Resident Evil 9: Why Isn't Leon Returning? Because Capcom Wants You to Feel the Horror
Capcom held an event Thursday to show off some of its big games coming soon and titles it has already released. The star of the show was Resident Evil Requiem, where the developers of the game made it clear that Leon Kennedy will not return, although it's hard to fully believe the word of Capcom since it's been known to swerve expectations. Resident Evil: Requiem, also referred to as Resident Evil 9, will focus on Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst, allowing players to experience the horror from the character's perspective, which the team referred to as "addictive fear." The developers say Grace will overcome her fears as the game progresses. The game's developers did mention fan-favorite character Leon, star of Resident Evil 2 and 4, who was rumored to be a playable character for the game, or perhaps a secondary character. They explained that Leon was initially intended to be the star of the game, but it was difficult to make a horror-focused game based around him, as no one wants to see the suave action hero jump at a loud noise. This focus on fear and a new protagonist seemingly matches up with Resident Evil 7, which raised the level of horror for the franchise. In that game, players controlled Ethan Winters, who was just a regular guy searching for his wife in the swamps of Louisiana. In that game, Resident Evil mainstay Chris Redfield made an appearance at the very end and played a bigger role in Resident Evil Village. The Resident Evil developers also confirmed a few more details about the game. RE9 will be an offline, single-player game, and the events of the game will take place in Raccoon City, 30 years after the missile strike in Resident Evil 2. Clearly, something evil has remained in the ashes. Capcom did say there are more interviews with the development team regarding the game at its Resident Evil Portal site. However, once the website was mentioned during Capcom's livestream, it immediately began to crash, likely due to the sheer number of people trying to visit it. Resident Evil Requiem will be released on Feb. 27, 2026, for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series consoles.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Resident Evil 9 connected to RE Village?
Image via Capcom The series Resident Evil has always been based on interconnected stories, and Resident Evil Village (RE8) left fans with multiple unanswered questions. With rumors circulating about Resident Evil 9 (RE9), many fans are wondering if it will pick up where the village has left off. As of now, Capcom has not officially confirmed RE9 yet, the climax of Resident Evil 8, which suggests that the upcoming game can follow the lingering plot threads. Let's break down some clues and figure out how RE9 might be connected to the Village. How Resident Evil 9 Could Continue RE Village's Story Resident Evil 9 - It's Finally Happening! Resident Evil Village wrapped up Ethan Winters' tragic journey, though it also sets the stage for future events. Here are the biggest clues that RE9 will continue the story: Rose Winters ' future The 'Father's Story' epilogue head starts 16 years earlier, showing Ethan's daughter, Rose, as a teenager with strange abilities. She has seen under a shadowy organization (possibly the BSAA or Chris Redfield 's team). Her connection with Mold, she could have been the Resident Evil 9 (RE9) new protagonist, or even a target for new villains in the game. Chris Redfield's ongoing mission Chris has been a major player since Resident Evil 7, and the village left him in a purely complicated position. The post-credit scene in the game hints that the BSAA is using bioweapons, which could force Chris to go rogue in Resident Evil 9. Chris's story is not yet over, and in the next game, Resident Evil 9, he might explore the fight against corruption within the organizations. The legacy of the Megamycete The giant fungal hive mind was destroyed in the village, but its genetic material would still be out there. The villainous group The Connection might return to weaponize its power. If Resident Evil 9 revisits the concept, we could see even more deadly mutations. The BSAA's downfall The ending of Village implies the BSAA has deployed its own bioweapons and has become just as dangerous as the threats they fight, which suggests a moral downfall that Resident Evil 9 could address. While Resident Evil 9 remains unconfirmed, Resident Evil Village laid ample groundwork for a direct sequel. From Rose Winters' powers to the BSAA's corruption, the narrative seeds are firmly planted. If RE9 follows these threads, it could deliver a continuation that satisfies fans while expanding the Resident Evil universe further. Until Capcom makes an official announcement, speculation will continue, but the ties between the two games appear undeniable.
