Resident Evil Requiem is scheduled to launch on February 27, 2026. However, gameplay videos have already started circulating a week before that release date. Capcom has promised to take action against anyone who posts such gameplay videos.
“To everyone looking forward to Resident Evil Requiem,” began the message the developer shared on X (according to a machine-translated copy).
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“Currently, we have found a large number of gameplay videos of ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ that appears to have been obtained through illegal means. For the sake of our customers who are eagerly awaiting this game, we ask that you refrain from publishing or posting gameplay videos on video streaming services or social media before the game’s release date.
“Posting gameplay videos prior to the release is not only a copyright infringement, but also an act that offends other customers, so we will take firm action, such as deleting videos or issuing warnings as soon as we become aware of such activity.”
Capcom has also asked eager fans to refrain from viewing or sharing such videos. The developer ended by saying, “Through this game we hope to deliver a ‘story that intertwines mystery and tension’ and a ‘thrilling gaming experience that challenges unknown threats’”.
In recent years, many high-profile releases have suffered massive leaks ahead of the launch date, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Companies like Nintendo have taken legal action against pirates, who are accused of ruining the experience for other players.
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