Resident Evil Requiem PC Release Date 2026: Trailers, Pre-Order Guide, RTX Bundles & System Requirements (Feb 27 Launch)

Resident Evil Requiem (commonly referred to as RE9) arrives February 27, 2026 on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, as well as PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Capcom returns to the haunting legacy of Raccoon City with FBI agent Grace Ashcroft and series icon Leon S. Kennedy. Pre-orders are open with exclusive bonuses, massive global wishlist momentum, and attractive RTX 50-series GPU bundles that include a free copy of the game.

Resident Evil Requiem Release Date & Pre-Order Guide

Release Date: February 27, 2026 worldwide. In some regions, digital copies may unlock slightly earlier (e.g., late Feb 26 depending on time zone). Pre-purchase now to receive the "Apocalypse" costume for Grace and other bonuses. The Deluxe Edition adds extra outfits, weapon skins, charms, and visual filters.

Pre-ordering locks in these extras, helps secure your copy during launch hype, and lets you jump straight into one of the most anticipated horror games of 2026.

Latest Trailers & Gameplay Highlights

Key trailers released to date:

• Reveal Trailer – Introduces Grace Ashcroft, the devastated Raccoon City setting, Leon’s involvement, and classic survival horror atmosphere.
• Third Trailer – Deeper look at story progression, character dynamics, and intense combat/horror moments.
• PC-Focused 4K Path Tracing & DLSS 4 Trailer – Showcases next-gen PC visuals with full ray tracing and NVIDIA DLSS 4 technology.
• Extended Gameplay Overview (January 2026 Showcase) – 12+ minutes covering exploration, puzzles, resource management, and modernized action elements.

Gameplay combines traditional survival horror tension (limited ammo, environmental dread) with refined gunplay, investigative mechanics, and body-horror set pieces deeply connected to the Raccoon City Incident.

RTX GPU Bundles: Free Game with RTX 50-Series Purchases

NVIDIA is bundling a free Standard Edition of Resident Evil Requiem with select GeForce RTX 50-series GPUs, gaming desktops, and laptops (RTX 5070, 5070 Ti, 5080, 5090 and higher). Promotions are available through partners including MSI, ASUS, Gigabyte, and others. This is an excellent opportunity to upgrade and play with path tracing, DLSS 4, and Multi-Frame Generation at peak performance.

Best Setup Recommendation: An RTX 5070 or higher card paired with a strong CPU and 32GB RAM for smooth 1440p/4K ray-traced gameplay.

Resident Evil Requiem PC System Requirements & Performance

The RE Engine continues to deliver excellent optimization. Official PC requirements support advanced features like path tracing and DLSS 4.

PC Standout Features: Full path tracing support, DLSS 4 with Multi-Frame Generation (extremely high frame rates on RTX 50-series), plus FSR and XeSS compatibility. Recommended hardware should deliver 60+ FPS at 1440p or 4K with upscaling enabled.

Celebrity Buzz: The Weeknd’s Early Play Session

The Weeknd visited Capcom’s Japan headquarters for an early demo session, sharing excitement through photos and clips that have amplified pre-launch hype significantly.

Final Thoughts: Pre-Order Resident Evil Requiem Today!

With millions of wishlists worldwide, a return to Raccoon City’s dark legacy, dual protagonists, and cutting-edge PC visuals, Resident Evil Requiem is shaping up to be a defining horror title of 2026. Grab your pre-order bonuses before launch!