Capcom Confirms Leon S. Kennedy Will Star in Resident Evil Requiem
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Capcom used The Game Awards 2025 to officially confirm that Leon S. Kennedy will be a playable protagonist in Resident Evil Requiem, featuring in his own action-heavy campaign alongside survival horror lead Grace Ashcroft.
Following months of heavy speculation and an unavoidable leak earlier this week, Capcom has officially confirmed that Leon S. Kennedy is stepping back into the spotlight for Resident Evil Requiem. Revealed during a high-profile trailer at The Game Awards 2025, the veteran zombie fighter was shown swinging into action, putting to rest one of the worst-kept secrets in recent gaming history. While Capcom previously sidestepped direct questions about his involvement at Gamescom and argued that his veteran status made him ill-suited for the series quieter, scarier moments, players now know the truth.
Rather than carrying the full game alone, Leon will serve as one of two playable protagonists, sharing the spotlight with the previously announced Grace Ashcroft. The campaign structure splits the experience into distinct gameplay styles to satisfy different player preferences. Grace will anchor the traditional survival horror elements, while Leon handles the explosive, action-packed sequences that fans of his later adventures expect.
This dual-protagonist approach is a smart way to bridge the gap between old-school tension and modern blockbuster pacing. For a community that splits its time between slow-burn survival titles and high-octane multiplayer games, offering contrasting campaigns in a single release keeps everyone happy. As we get closer to the launch, all eyes will be on how Capcom balances these two contrasting tones without losing the atmosphere that makes the franchise a staple of modern gaming culture. Original reporting by Tom Phillips over at IGN South Africa provides the full breakdown of the reveal.
Tags: Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom, The Game Awards 2025, Leon S. Kennedy, Action Horror
Original article: IGN South Africa