Resident Evil Requiem Reviews
Resident Evil Requiem feels like the perfect capstone for everything Capcom has been working towards since 2017, and for one of the most impressive franchise reinventions the industry has ever seen. Its execution of action and horror is masterful, both in terms of how they deliver that to the player through its larger environments and its more linear set pieces. It’s a step up in terms of character performances and storytelling, pulling off emotional moments in a way no previous Resident Evil has accomplished before. All of this is wrapped into an incredibly well-paced journey with not a single bit of fat to trim, yet still leaves you wanting more. While I think its partial retreading of scenarios and increased linearity holds it back from being the very best the franchise has delivered thus far, it is the perfect game to mark 30 years of one of gaming’s most important franchises, celebrating everything that has come before it, and getting you amped up for everything that will come after.
Resident Evil Requiem is a major success for Nintendo Switch 2. Capcom clearly invested time and care into making this version run smoothly while preserving the core experience. To have this on the Switch 2 at launch alongside the other platforms is exciting. I do hope other developers take note in the future to put their titles day and date on Switch 2 hardware. Though other platforms may offer sharper visuals, the Switch 2 edition stands confidently on its own—especially with the flexibility of handheld play. This release proves the system can handle modern blockbusters when given proper attention.
Resident Evil: Requiem is a high-quality, polished title that manages to be enjoyable both as a survival horror experience and as an action game. If you haven’t played the recent entries or remakes but want to give Requiem a try, I can assure you that you won’t be disappointed by the overall experience. Just be prepared for some drastic shifts between the sections featuring Grace and Leon, as well as some inevitable confusion when it comes to the series’ lore.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem is yet another masterpiece and a prime example of Capcom's craftsmanship. At least if you look at it as "just" another Resident Evil. In that case, it’s a title with the ambition to become one of the most beloved entries among fans. This is mainly due to its flawless audiovisuals, presentation, and narrative pacing, which is exceptionally well-balanced by the series' standards. It's a shame the developers didn't have a bit more confidence in the new mechanics they experimented with, particularly in the first half. It could have been a true evolution, but getting another brand-new installment, though in many ways typical, is certainly nothing to complain about. Quite the opposite. A major contender for one of this year's best games is here.
Review in Czech | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem is a great survival horror, whether you’ve been here since the beginning of the series or have just arrived. It does know how to cater to its audience, offering a fresh start while simultaneously not forgetting about its heritage, making it one of the few long-running franchises that figured out how to strike a rare balance.
Resident Evil Requiem remains an excellent title on a pure gameplay level, with one of the most technically impressive works of the current generation. But it's also a chapter that leaves a sense of missed opportunity.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem is a "best of" collection for the Resident Evil series. It combines elements from both the classic and modern eras without feeling forced or lacking in any way. You grow fond of the characters, and the gameplay is superb. It is a shame, however, that the villains don't quite measure up to those of the past and the puzzles leave something to be desired. That said, this is really just nitpicking.
Review in German | Read full review
If you’re a long-time fan, there’s a lot here that will make you smile. And if you’re new to the series, Resident Evil Requiem is an excellent place to experience what makes this franchise so enduring.
Resident Evil Requiem is a showcase of the entire series in its modern form: a meticulously designed survival horror game that can be both claustrophobic and epic, all while keeping players on the edge of their seats. It takes what worked so well in RE4 and RE7 and brings it all together with confidence and top-notch production quality. I can’t think of a single reason why I should discourage anyone from playing it, but at the same time, expect the game to stick to well-trodden, tried-and-true paths and never try anything new.
Review in Czech | Read full review
Requiem brings together the best of what the Resident Evil franchise has done in recent years into a single game. Betting on two distinct gameplay styles and giving the player the choice to experience the adventure in first and/or third-person, Capcom seems to have found a perfect balance of mechanics, making the survival horror moments with Grace masterfully complemented by the action segments with Leon. This refinement is certainly the result of a deep analysis of everything the series has built throughout its thirty-year history.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Capcom had the courage to introduce a brand-new protagonist alongside an iconic one, and it pays off. Requiem speaks two languages — whispered terror and thunderous action — with equal mastery. Not flawless, but unforgettable. Capcom still knows how to make you afraid. And much, much more.
Review in Italian | Read full review
All in all, Resident Evil Requiem both pushes the series forward and stays true to its roots. Longtime fans will undoubtedly enjoy it, and newcomers will get the best possible introduction to this beloved franchise.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Quite simply, no one does it better than Capcom. The sheer amount of care and thought that has gone into the game design and the level design in Resident Evil Requiem is staggering, and that’s before you mention the sound effects, the art, the music, etc. It’s just such a polished piece of entertainment and the move to the dual-genre approach is a bold one that will please most gamers. Don’t let this doddery old fool put you off; Resident Evil Requiem is the first true AAA sensation on the Nintendo Switch 2 and is the beginning of an exciting future for Nintendo players.
Resident Evil Requiem is not just a return to the series’ roots, but a mature synthesis of its entire legacy, balancing claustrophobic horror, cinematic action, and emotional weight with remarkable confidence.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Requiem is Capcom's statement: honoring 30 years of Resident Evil without feeling old. Leon's side is pure action bliss; Grace's side is pure terror. One of the best of the year.
Review in Persian | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem is a triumph — Capcom has united the claustrophobic horror of the early entries, the satisfying action of RE4, and an emotional depth that makes this the best entry in the series since the remake that redefined it.
Review in German | Read full review
Resident Evil Requiem hits the mark perfectly. A game that can be terrifying, spectacular, nostalgic and eccentric without ever losing coherence with itself or with the past.
Review in Italian | Read full review
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