Resident Evil Requiem Cover Featuring Leon Leaked on PS Store

Despite Capcom’s efforts to maintain an air of mystery surrounding **Resident Evil Requiem**, details continue to slip out. Recently, a new image surfaced in the PlayStation Store, revealing updated artwork for those who pre-ordered the standard edition of the ninth installment.

The image features the protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, with a character resembling a weary Leon Kennedy in the background. Previously, the developers had indicated plans to center **Requiem** around him. However, they determined that Leon’s experience as an operative hindered the horror elements they aimed to incorporate.

All rumors regarding Leon’s involvement in «the ninth» were dismissed as false by Capcom. Yet, many users have reported seeing the image simultaneously. Insider Dusk Golem confirmed that this leak is authentic. Nevertheless, Capcom’s inflexibility has led to some lighthearted speculation online that this isn’t Leon, but rather his twin brother Beon.

Meanwhile, on another front, GameStop has released additional information about the upcoming **Resident Evil**. According to the description of the Deluxe edition, purchasers will receive cosmetic items for Rose Winters, the lead character of the **Shadows of Rose** expansion for **RE Village**, and Ethan Winters’ daughter. It remains uncertain whether players will have the opportunity to control her in the main storyline of «the ninth» or in a separate mode similar to «Mercenaries.»

**Resident Evil Requiem** is set to launch on February 27, 2026, for PC (via Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. The game will feature complete Russian localization. The ninth installment is expected to make an appearance at The Game Awards, where it’s likely that Capcom will finally acknowledge Leon’s role in **Requiem**.