Resident Evil Requiem Confirms Leon S. Kennedy as Playable Character
- Yash Choudhary
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Capcom has officially revealed the biggest surprise from the Game Awards 2025 — Leon S. Kennedy is returning in *Resident Evil Requiem*, and he’s fully playable. The long-anticipated sequel premiered a new trailer during the event, offering fans their first real glimpse of the legendary hero’s comeback, along with the new character Grace Ashcroft.
The game is set to release during the 30th anniversary of the *Resident Evil* series, and it’s shaping up to be one of Capcom’s most significant entries so far.
The reveal confirms months of rumors and speculation, finally settling the mystery around the sequel’s second main character. The trailer shows Leon S. Kennedy as a playable character, alongside Grace Ashcroft, confirming that both will be central to the story. It also features a more intense and darker take on Raccoon City.
Leon S. Kennedy Returns as a Playable Protagonist in Resident Evil Requiem
After weeks of rumors, Capcom has officially announced that Leon S. Kennedy will share the main role with Grace Ashcroft, making both characters playable. The trailer shows Leon returning to action, proving that the experienced agent is still in top shape despite the game taking place 30 years after the events of Resident Evil 2.
Even though the timeline suggests Leon is about 50 years old, his appearance in the game looks surprisingly young. This is different from earlier leaks, which had mentioned an eyepatch. Instead, Capcom has chosen to show Leon in his best condition, combining his traditional look with a more mature and experienced feel.
A Return to Raccoon City’s Ruins
Requiem brings players back to a ruined version of Raccoon City, many years after the city was destroyed. The trailer shows a more intense and gloomy setting, with both main characters dealing with mutated monsters and dangerous threats in the city's ruins.
A notable scene features Leon fighting an infected enemy with a chainsaw—a familiar sight for fans that brings back memories.
Introducing a New Villain: Victor Gideon in Resident Evil Requiem
The trailer also reveals the game's main villain: Victor Gideon, a disturbed scientist showing obvious signs of infection.
His role seems crucial to the growing mayhem, and Capcom hints that he is one of the key figures pushing the game's horror storyline forward.
Grace Ashcroft and Leon: Two Stories, Two Perspectives
Grace Ashcroft was initially shown as the main character, but the latest trailer shows Capcom was trying to mislead players. Now, gamers can switch between two very different storylines, each with its own unique way of fighting and looking at the mystery in Requiem.
Grace’s story focuses on psychological stress and survival, while Leon’s offers fast-paced, intense action based on his years of battle experience.
Resident Evil Requiem is set to come out on February 27, 2026, and it's the main title celebrating the franchise's 30th anniversary. With Leon back, a new terrifying villain, and a story told from two different viewpoints, Requiem is shaping up to be one of the most exciting horror games of 2026.