Capcom announced that Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed 5 million units sold worldwide since its February 27, 2026 release. The latest entry in the iconic survival horror franchise celebrates the series' 30th anniversary this month, continuing its legacy of blending intense fear with exhilarating action.

Developed using RE ENGINE, the game delivers photorealistic visuals including detailed character models with skin textures, teary eyes, and flowing hair. Players can switch between first-person and third-person perspectives in real-time and choose from multiple difficulty settings, making the experience accessible to both newcomers and veteran players. The game earned significant pre-release acclaim, winning four awards at Gamescom 2025 including Most Epic for its breath-taking presentation.

This milestone adds to the franchise's impressive legacy, with cumulative sales exceeding 183 million units since the original 1996 release. The achievement demonstrates continued strong demand for survival horror experiences and validates Capcom's approach to evolving the series while maintaining its core tension between vulnerability and empowerment.