Resident Evil Requiem Reviews
Resident Evil Requiem is an installment that carries the weight of thirty years of history on its shoulders and, for the most part, manages to bear it with a certain dignity and self-awareness. The dual-protagonist structure works exceptionally well in representing the two souls of the franchise; Grace Ashcroft stands out as one of the most interesting additions to the series’ roster; and the return to Raccoon City is handled with the respect and care that fans deserved. The RE Engine reaches new technical heights, and the overall atmosphere is among the darkest and most immersive the series has ever offered.
Review in Italian | Read full review
A sum of its parts indeed, Resident Evil Requiem silences any doubts about the previous entries it's mutated from. A mix of tense survival horror and action setpieces, Requiem is a welcome addition, perhaps even surpassing those you already hold high. It's beautiful, it's disgusting, it's over-the-top... it's Resident Evil, that's for sure.
Resident Evil Requiem blends Grace’s classic horror with Leon’s overwhelming action, delivering an intense, spectacular, and complete entry that brings the saga back to the top.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem is a fantastic return for the franchise, and it can safely be said that Capcom celebrated its thirtieth anniversary in grand style with this title.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
As a longtime Resident Evil and Nintendo fan, I had to wait a very long time for Requiem, so I was all the happier to be able to play the latest installment on the Nintendo Switch 2. Resident Evil 7 biohazard and Resident Evil Village were bold reinterpretations of the series, and Resident Evil Requiem takes the best of both. The developers pulled off the bold experiment—switching between characters—with flying colors, and it provides plenty of variety. The overall package, combining story, graphics, and sound design, is impressive. With about 13–18 hours of gameplay for the first playthrough, the title fits right in with the other Resident Evil games, which offered a similar playtime. Horror games are often misunderstood and can trigger an overwhelming sense of exhilaration. Not every game has to be colorful and put a smile on your face—it’s okay to let yourself get scared or shocked every once in a while. With Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom has presented us with the spin-off of the horror series that fans have been expecting and deserve. Those who want more in terms of technical capabilities than the Nintendo Switch 2 can currently offer should opt for a different console or a PC.
Review in German | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem is an enjoyable sequel that successfully blends the different gameplay styles Capcom has developed over the years into a single cohesive experience. It is also likely the highest-production example of the survival horror genre to date. While its expensive development process clearly shows through strengths such as smooth optimization, innovative gameplay mechanics, and intricate level design, the game still carries some of the series’ familiar weaknesses, particularly in pacing and screenplay writing. Bringing together both old and new generations of players, Resident Evil Requiem feels like a celebration of everything the franchise has offered so far. Despite its flaws, it ultimately succeeds as an exciting experiment within today’s increasingly soulless gaming industry.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
As a long-time fan, it’s hard to ask for much more from a Resident Evil game. Resident Evil Requiem feels like a fitting and memorable send-off, the last chapter in a story that has been going on for more than 30 years.
Resident Evil Requiem restores the franchise’s defining principle: survival is not about defeating fear, but enduring it.
Resident Evil Requiem fully embraces the series’ horror roots while recreating the experiences that made the series beloved. At its core, it reimagines what it felt like to face the Spencer Mansion’s horrors in the first game. The difference is that it has more than 30 years of history to draw from, along with the return of a beloved hero. The result is one of the best original entries in the series and one of this generation’s best horror games that is not a remake.
Resident Evil Requiem showcases the franchise’s ongoing evolution, delivering its boldest entry yet. It feels at times like two distinct games coexisting within the same space, yet that daring duality is precisely what makes it stand out. By embracing risk and experimentation, Capcom has crafted a chapter that pushes the series into uncharted territory while still honoring its roots.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
The ninth installment of the Resident Evil series was able to take us on a journey that might be one of the best in the history of the series—a journey that blends revealing the secrets of the past and paving the way for the future, amidst an atmosphere saturated with horror and excitement throughout the experience. Capcom succeeded in presenting a wonderful story and a distinctive gameplay style; it even provided an experience that satisfied two audiences at once: the horror audience with the tension, survival, and mystery it carried, and the excitement audience with the enthusiastic encounters and thrilling moments it included. Despite the presence of some padding here and there, and the discarding of an important element that was an authentic part of the series' identity, which is puzzles, the final result was very strong and distinctive.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Overall, Resident Evil: Requiem is a very fun game that blends horror and chaotic gunplay well together, allowing for two different gameplay genres to blend together in a way that doesn’t force the player into a bad situation but allows them to alter their gameplay style on the fly. The game’s overall story is brilliant, with a lot of memorable moments that will stick with gamers for years, while also bringing back old memories from the original games. The game’s world is beautiful with so much detail that players will never be able to spot it all, while also being able to use this game world to their advantage within the gameplay loop.
Resident Evil Requiem stands out as one of the series’ strongest entries, combining intense horror, memorable characters, and classic gameplay elements into a thrilling and atmospheric experience.
Review in German | Read full review
After thoroughly immersing myself in this installment of the Resident Evil series, I can confidently assert that Resident Evil Requiem stands out as one of the best entries in the franchise. The combination of thrilling action, well-developed characters, and a gripping plot not only kept me on the edge of my seat but also made me reflect on the choices I had to make throughout the game.
It goes without saying that Resident Evil is back with a brand-new chapter that will stay with players for a long time. Not only have the developers managed to restore the series to its former glory, but they’ve also introduced enough new features to convince all fans to give it a try. Grace and Leon are a joy to play, and their duality adds plenty of variety throughout the 10 to 12 hours it takes to complete the game. Honestly, this bodes very well for what’s to come, whether it’s a remake or a new title. All that’s left is to be patient—which is far from easy!
Review in French | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem is a triumph. It successfully caters to both factions of the divided fanbase, offering the terrifying, puzzle-heavy dread of the early games alongside the slick, bombastic combat of the modern era. Grace Ashcroft is a fantastic addition to the lore, and Leon S. Kennedy remains the undisputed king of survival horror action. With its breathtaking visuals, incredible sound design, and near-perfect pacing, Requiem is an essential experience for horror fans and a crowning achievement for Capcom.
Resident Evil: Requiem brings everything we love within the Resident Evil franchise and delivers it at a very high level. Creepy exciting survival horror and action horror full of adrenaline and gore go hand in hand without walking in front of each other's feet. But good too, because those who stumble are torn apart in this game world. This Resident Evil looks beautiful, sounds great and plays damn smooth. Puzzles, horrors and plot twists keep you on the edge of your seat.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem might be THE best Resident Evil sequel in years. It finds a good balance between horror and action, introduces a tone of reframing and new content that ties into all of the original plotlines from RE 1 – 8. This attention to detail and flipping of some established Resident Evil lore make Requiem one to remember. With the best use of the RE engine so far, and an incredible script with fantastic acting. This is not just one for the fans; this is Capcom flexing its powerful biceps.
Resident Evil Requiem is a masterclass in survival horror. It expertly blends the classic style with more action-oriented outings, features outstanding stage design, and contains some of the most interesting zombies ever seen in a video game. Capcom has proven itself yet again; one can’t help but feel a bit sad when the credits roll—not because of the story, but because you know you’ll never get to experience this game for the first time again. It is truly something special.
I had a phenomenal time with Resident Evil Requiem and only had a couple minor issues with a possible challenge that may not be working and a puzzle that stumped me for way too long. As a complete package, this is a remarkable new installment in a franchise that delivers on so much but still has me itching for more.