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Capcom Moves to Quash Resident Evil Requiem Leaks Before Launch

The publisher urges fans to avoid pre-release footage to preserve the intended day-one story experience.

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Overview

  • Capcom’s official Biohazard account on X said it has identified numerous unauthorized gameplay videos circulating online.
  • The company asked players not to watch or share the footage and said it is pursuing removals, warnings, and legal takedowns.
  • Early retail copies that broke street date enabled the leaks, with spoilers spreading across Reddit and major video platforms.
  • Industry watcher Dusk Golem noted the leak timing is closer to release than prior Resident Evil entries reported to have leaked earlier.
  • The review embargo is set for February 25, with the global launch on February 27 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.