Resident Evil Requiem, Başarılı Köy Testinin Ardından Nintendo Switch 2'ye Geliyor

Resident Evil Requiem is officially coming to Nintendo Switch 2, alongside Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and Resident Evil Village. The announcement was made during the recent Nintendo Direct, and while the reveal surprised fans, it was never part of the original development roadmap.

Speaking with IGN at Tokyo Game Show, producer Masato Kumazawa explained how Capcom approached the idea of porting these titles:

“The Switch 2 hadn’t been announced when we started planning this game, so of course it wasn’t in the original plan. When the Switch 2 was announced we were able to start testing developing games for it, and we thought it would be great if we could bring the Resident Evil series to this platform. We started off with internally porting Resident Evil: Village to see if it would work well on the hardware, and it looked really great, so that gave us the confidence to add a Switch 2 version of Requiem to the plans, and that led us to the recent announcement where we confirmed not only Requiem was coming, but 7 and 8 would also be coming to Nintendo Switch 2 at the same time.” — Masato Kumazawa

Capcom’s internal experiment with Village demonstrated the Switch 2’s ability to handle complex survival horror experiences without losing visual fidelity or performance. According to Kumazawa, Requiem on Switch 2 has no exclusive features or stripped content, which he described as a positive. The game is presented exactly as it is on other platforms, now playable in handheld mode. Early impressions suggest this handheld version is visually strong, even in its unfinished state.

The decision to bring these modern titles to Nintendo’s platform broadens accessibility for players who may not own high-end consoles or PCs. Resident Evil Village previously proved its adaptability across different platforms, including cloud versions, but Switch 2 support offers a native solution that many fans have asked for. This move also strengthens the system’s launch window lineup with major third-party support.

Beyond the announcement, early previews of Resident Evil Requiem shed light on what players can expect from the ninth mainline entry. Dale Driver of IGN provided hands-on impressions at gamescom 2025, focusing on a 20-minute slice of gameplay set inside the Rhodes Hill Chronic Care Center. The protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, navigates dark, claustrophobic spaces armed only with a lighter and throwable bottles. This restricted toolset emphasizes stealth and tension, marking a return to the survival roots of the series.

Requiem continues Capcom’s tradition of including a stalking enemy, a design choice dating back to Jack Baker, Mr. X, Nemesis, and Lady Dimitrescu. The new foe introduced in the demo is an unnamed monster towering in stature, combining physical traits from several past enemies while introducing unique mechanics. With claws, a hunched posture, and the ability to traverse ceilings, the stalker forces Grace into near-constant flight.

“Perhaps Grace’s most valuable weapon, though, as you might have gathered by now, is sneaking. While crouching, you are afforded some moments of mercy, as you take advantage of whatever small pockets of space you can find.” — Dale Driver

The stalker reacts to sound, movement, and light, creating a dynamic cat-and-mouse experience that recalls Alien: Isolation. Unlike its predecessors, this creature is vulnerable to bright white ceiling lights, which burn its skin and force it to retreat. This mechanic updates Resident Evil’s traditional “safe room” concept with a more logical in-world explanation.

The demo highlighted how both first-person and third-person perspectives are supported and optimized. First-person sequences intensify claustrophobia, with scripted scares benefitting from a narrower field of view. Third-person moments, however, employ perspective-specific animations to maintain tension, such as Grace stumbling while pursued. Capcom’s decision to allow players to switch between these perspectives on the fly is notable, giving freedom while preserving the horror tone.

IGN’s preview emphasized how familiar survival horror mechanics return—managing limited inventory, finding unusual keys, and solving environmental puzzles. These elements continue to anchor Requiem within the established framework of Resident Evil while building tension around Grace’s vulnerability.

Despite being a vertical slice, the demo generated speculation about its role in the final game. Past entries have used bespoke demos, such as Resident Evil 7’s “Beginning Hour,” meaning this preview may only represent a tonal showcase rather than a final chapter. Still, impressions suggest Capcom is committed to balancing nostalgia with innovation.

Capcom’s strategy with Requiem also intersects with ongoing community discussion about Leaks. Fans have been combing through datamines and unofficial sources for months, speculating on characters, enemies, and story directions. While the Tokyo Game Show and gamescom reveals confirm some expectations, they also leave enough ambiguity to fuel speculation, particularly around what parts of the demo will carry into the finished product.

Some fans are also discussing whether Requiem contains a Resident Evil 9 hidden teaser, as Capcom has previously embedded connections between entries in early marketing. Nothing concrete has surfaced, but players have pointed out recurring symbolism and cryptic imagery in preview materials that suggest long-term narrative planning.

Capcom’s decision to bring Requiem and other Resident Evil titles to Switch 2 reflects confidence in the platform and its audience. The inclusion of Resident Evil 7 and Village ensures that players can experience the full arc of the modern era of the franchise on one system. For Nintendo, securing this trilogy underscores the Switch 2’s ability to support contemporary third-party games without relying on streaming or compromises.

The announcement also strengthens Resident Evil’s presence heading into 2026. By the time Requiem launches, Capcom will have three major titles available on Switch 2, alongside established releases on PC and other consoles. This ensures wide accessibility for players regardless of hardware preference, something the franchise has historically struggled with when moving between generations.

Requiem’s early previews paint a picture of a horror experience leaning heavily into claustrophobic environments, relentless enemy design, and limited resources. Grace Ashcroft’s vulnerability, paired with Capcom’s dual perspective system, suggests a game aiming to deliver both traditional scares and modern flexibility. The unnamed stalker enemy embodies Capcom’s ongoing experiment with persistent threats, evolving the formula while paying homage to fan favorites.

For Nintendo Switch 2 owners, the promise of carrying Resident Evil’s latest horrors into handheld play represents a significant leap. For Capcom, the successful port of Village and the broader rollout of three titles may set the tone for continued support on the platform. And for players, the looming question is less about whether the hardware can handle the games and more about what terrors Requiem will ultimately bring when it arrives.