Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom’s latest survival horror title, sold more than 5 million units worldwide within days of its February 27, 2026 release, the company said on March 4, 2026. The milestone marks a strong commercial start for the franchise’s newest entry.
The gaming title launched during a significant moment for the series. Resident Evil Requiem arrives as the Resident Evil franchise celebrates its 30th anniversary in March 2026, with cumulative series sales exceeding 183 million units as of December 31, 2025.
RE ENGINE Powers Photorealistic Visuals
Capcom developed Resident Evil Requiem using RE ENGINE, the company’s proprietary game engine. The engine enables detailed visual rendering, including characters’ skin textures, teary eyes, flowing hair, and light translucency effects.
Gameplay Features and Accessibility Options
The title offers multiple difficulty settings designed to accommodate players of all experience levels, from newcomers to veterans. Moreover, players can switch between first-person and third-person perspectives in real time, adapting the experience to individual play styles.
Resident Evil Requiem Wins Four Awards at Gamescom 2025
Prior to its release, the game received significant recognition at Gamescom 2025, Europe’s largest gaming trade show, held in August 2025. Resident Evil Requiem won four awards at the event, including the Most Epic award, which recognizes the game delivering the most striking and awe-inspiring experience.
“Capcom remains firmly committed to satisfying the expectations of all users by leveraging its game development capabilities in order to create highly entertaining gameplay experiences.”
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About the Resident Evil Franchise
The Resident Evil series debuted in 1996 and centers on survival horror gameplay. Players use weapons and items to navigate dangerous scenarios. The franchise has built a large global fanbase over its three-decade history.
Capcom (TOKYO: 9697) was founded in 1983 and operates as a developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment software. The company maintains offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, and Tokyo, with its headquarters in Osaka, Japan. Its portfolio includes franchises such as Monster Hunter, Street Fighter, Mega Man, Devil May Cry, and Ace Attorney.
Future Outlook
The 5 million unit figure was recorded within approximately five days of launch, suggesting strong early demand. Capcom has not provided a revised sales forecast or announced additional content for the title as of the date of this report. However, the company’s track record with the Resident Evil series indicates continued post-launch support is likely. The commercial performance of Resident Evil Requiem will be reflected in Capcom’s upcoming financial disclosures.