Resident Evil Requiem marks the ninth mainline entry in the iconic horror franchise, and it has managed to generate a lot of hype. The main highlight of the game is the return of the iconic Leon Kennedy, and it also introduces a new protagonist in the form of Grace Ashcroft.
Requiem is scheduled to be released on February 27, 2026, which happens to be just around a month away. The game will be available on all modern-gen platforms; however, many are questioning if it will also be playable on the PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
The following section takes a deeper dive into the platform availability of Resident Evil Requiem.
Confirmed platforms for Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem is officially scheduled for release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S on February 27, 2026. The release marks a departure from previous generation support, and it looks like Capcom is going to target the current-generation systems and the newest Nintendo platform.
According to what has been confirmed till now, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One will not be receiving Resident Evil Requiem. This could be an indication of the franchise making a leap over to current-gen systems, leaving last-gen consoles behind.
While there were earlier reports suggesting PS4 compatibility, these have not been officially confirmed by Capcom.
You will have to wait for the game’s official release to know about further specifics.
Nintendo Switch 2 release for Resident Evil Requiem
Unlike the original Nintendo Switch, the Nintendo Switch 2 will receive a version of Resident Evil Requiem. A Nintendo Switch 2 version was not originally considered during planning. However, after the team acquired development kits and successfully tested porting Resident Evil Village to the platform, they decided to bring Requiem to Switch 2 as well.
Resident Evil Requiem special editions and bundles
Capcom is offering a limited-time bundle for Nintendo Switch 2 called Resident Evil Generation Pack. It is available in both physical and digital formats, and includes Requiem, Resident Evil 7 Gold Edition, and Resident Evil Village Gold Edition for $90.
A Resident Evil Requiem-themed Switch 2 Pro Controller is also available for preorder. It is priced at $100, which is $10 more than standard Switch 2 Pro Controllers.
If you own an older console like PS4 or Xbox One, you have no option but to upgrade to current-generation systems. Resident Evil Requiem’s availability across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 ensures that most modern gamers will be able to play the highly anticipated horror title.