Capcom silences Leon rumors and lays out a bold path for Resident Evil Requiem
In a recent sit-down, Capcom producer Masato Kumazawa shut down talk of Leon S. Kennedy returning in Resident Evil Requiem. He called leaks fake news and even hinted some images may be AI-made. Kumazawa urged fans to trust only official Capcom updates. While he did not fully rule out Leon, he made Grace Ashcroft the focus of the story, signaling a fresh start for the series.
A fresh lead over familiar faces
Resident Evil Requiem does not have a playable demo planned at launch. Players can pick between first-person and third-person views. Grace Ashcroft is built to feel green and easily scared, which raises tension in every moment. That design helps horror rise, even when you peek around corners in third person.
How Requiem fits into the wider lore
Developers say the title links deeper to the series lore by tying into Outbreak. Grace Ashcroft is Alyssa Ashcroft's daughter, a connection that brings the past back to life. This lets veterans see a clear thread to Raccoon City after the city’s fall. It also gives new players a straightforward entry point for the franchise. The focus stays on survival horror, stepping away from an early multiplayer idea that felt less scary.
A new path that respects the series’ history
Capcom has kept the official line simple: Grace is the lead, with a longer arc tied to Outbreak lore. Fans curious about eye-patch Leon can still watch for official updates, not rumor posts. Grace’s path marks a fresh start while preserving ties to the wider series.
Where to learn more
Official site for the game is live with details and media. Visit https://www.residentevil.com/requiem/en-us/ for updates. Stakeholders and players will want to keep an eye on Capcom's official feeds.
Resident Evil Requiem is shaping up as a new path for the series, keeping fear front and center as it moves forward.
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