Resident Evil Requiem Release Date, Platforms, and Launch-Day Guide

TL;DR (the quick answers)

• Official release date: February 27, 2026
• Why some stores show Feb 26: global unlock timing + regional time zones (example: Steam listing)
• Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, plus Nintendo Switch 2
• Spoilers are already a problem: Capcom is asking people not to share leaks and issuing takedowns
• Best launch move: preload if available, mute keywords, and avoid “recommended” feeds until you finish the opening hours.

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Release date and the “Feb 26 vs Feb 27” confusion

Capcom’s official communications put Resident Evil Requiem’s release date at February 27, 2026.

So why does it sometimes look earlier?

Some storefronts (notably Steam) display “Coming Feb 26, 2026”—which typically points to how unlock times roll across time zones (for example, late evening Feb 26 in North America can align with early morning Feb 27 in Europe).

Practical takeaway: Treat Feb 27 as the official launch date, but don’t be shocked if your platform unlocks late Feb 26 depending on where you live and how that store labels the release.

What platforms is Resident Evil Requiem on?

Capcom confirms Requiem is launching on:

• PlayStation 5
• Xbox Series X|S
• PC
• Nintendo Switch 2

What is Resident Evil Requiem? (Spoiler-free)

Capcom describes Resident Evil Requiem as the ninth mainline Resident Evil title, built as a high-intensity survival horror experience.

No lore deep-dives here, no “ending” talk, no screenshots that ruin anything. This article is meant to help you hit launch day prepared and spoiler-free.

Launch-week reality: Capcom is actively fighting spoilers

This is important: Capcom has publicly asked players not to share pre-release leaks or spoilers and has said takedowns are happening.

If you want the clean experience, treat the next few days like a spoiler dodge mission.

Launch-day checklist (do this before you play)

1) Check your platform’s unlock time
Storefront timing can differ by region (and that’s where the Feb 26/27 confusion usually comes from).

2) Preload if your platform supports it
If preload is available for your platform/edition, do it—launch-day servers and downloads can be chaos (especially for big releases).

3) Mute keywords for 48 hours
Mute: “Resident Evil Requiem”, “RE Requiem”, “ending”, “final boss”, character names (if you already know them), and any hashtag variants. Capcom has explicitly called out the spoiler issue this week.

4) Avoid algorithm feeds
TikTok/YouTube “recommended”, Twitter/X trends, Reddit front pages—these are the fastest ways to get spoiled even if you never click anything.

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FAQ

When does Resident Evil Requiem release?

February 27, 2026 is the official release date stated by Capcom.

Why does Steam say February 26, 2026?

Steam’s listing shows Feb 26, 2026, which commonly happens when a game unlocks at a specific global time and different regions see a different calendar date.

What platforms can I play it on?

Capcom confirms PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Are spoilers already leaking?

Yes—multiple outlets report that spoilers are spreading and Capcom is asking fans not to share leaks while issuing takedowns.

Before You Hit Start

If this is your “play it day one” game: go spoiler-dark, preload if you can, and don’t trust your feed. Requiem is one of those releases where the first few hours hit way harder when you go in clean.

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