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Capcom Unveils ‘Resident Evil: Requiem‘ with Dual Protagonists and Next-Gen Features at Taipei Game Show
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The highly anticipated “Resident Evil: Requiem” is set to deliver a fresh take on the survival horror genre, as showcased at a promotional event during the Taipei International Game Show on Saturday. Capcom officials revealed key details about the game, slated for release on February 27, emphasizing a dual-protagonist system and innovative gameplay mechanics designed to appeal to both veteran fans and newcomers.
First Look at ‘Requiem’s’ Narrative and Characters
Masato Kumazawa,producer of “resident Evil: Requiem,” made his first visit to both Taiwan and the Taipei Game Show,directly addressing fans in Chinese and outlining the game’s core concept: allowing players to experience the thrill of overcoming fear. To achieve this, the game features two distinct playable characters: FBI analyst Grace and the iconic Leon S. Kennedy.
According to Kumazawa, grace represents the perspective of a newcomer facing the horrors of a zombie outbreak for the first time, offering a raw and visceral experience of the “Evil Dead Series.” In contrast, Leon, a seasoned veteran of countless biohazard incidents, brings powerful combat skills and a sense of weary determination, reminiscent of the action-packed gameplay of resident Evil 4, 5, and 6. He is described as feeling frustrated by the seemingly endless cycle of conflict and the lack of lasting peace.
Gameplay Innovations: Perspective, Combat, and Resource Management
The event featured demonstrations of gameplay clips highlighting several key features. Players will have the option to choose between first-person and third-person perspectives, catering to individual preferences and preparing them for encounters with zombies exhibiting a heightened degree of intelligence and unpredictability.
Combat mechanics differ substantially between the two protagonists.Leon boasts a full arsenal of firearms and retains the satisfying physical attacks introduced in Resident Evil 4, allowing players to strategically stun enemies before delivering devastating blows with kicks, hatchets, and knife attacks. A unique element is the ability for both players and enemies to pick up and utilize dropped weapons, including a functional chainsaw that continues to pose a threat even on the ground.
Grace, less experienced in combat, relies heavily on stealth and environmental interactions for survival. She begins the game with a single-bullet “Requiem” revolver, a symbolic nod to the game’s title, and must scavenge for resources. A key survival mechanic involves using an extractor to absorb bloodstains left by enemies,combining them with other found items to craft essential supplies like healing items and ammunition.
Story Accessibility and Pre-Order Bonuses
Addressing concerns about story continuity, Xiong Zeyaden, game producer, assured players that the narrative is designed to be accessible to newcomers. He recommended playing Resident Evil 2 Remastered and Resident Evil 3 Remastered to gain a deeper understanding of the events leading up to “Requiem” and the intricacies of Raccoon City.
Pre-order bonuses will include Grace’s “Doomsday” costume for the standard edition, while the deluxe version will offer five additional costumes, including Leon’s classic leather jacket from Resident Evil 4 and Grace dressed as the imposing Countess Dimitrescu from the same game.
Next-Gen Hardware and Amiibo Support
Capcom also announced the simultaneous release of Switch 2 versions of Resident Evil 7, Resident Evil 7: biohazard, and Resident Evil 4, alongside a co-branded “Resident Evil 4 Requiem” Switch 2 Pro wireless controller. Furthermore,an Amiibo figure of Grace is scheduled to launch this summer,adding another layer of collectibility for fans.
