Resident Evil Requiem Director Confirms Major Story Expansion and Mini Game in Development

Koshi Nakanishi, the director of Resident Evil Requiem, has officially announced that a significant story expansion is in the works for the game, alongside other exciting updates scheduled for the coming months.

In a video message shared on social media this morning, Nakanishi expressed gratitude to fans for the game's overwhelming success, noting that Resident Evil Requiem has already sold 5 million copies as of last week. Capcom is not stopping there, with plans to introduce a photo mode, a "mini game" set to launch in May, and the highly anticipated story expansion.

"We're planning to add more add-on content," Nakanishi stated in the video. "First up is the long-awaited photo mode. Additionally, we have a surprise coming around May—a mini game. We aim to continue supporting Resident Evil Requiem to match its positive reception."

Nakanishi added a playful note, sifting through a stack of humorous add-on ideas, including a potential Leon S. Kennedy romance spin-off and a version featuring Leon and Grace Kennedy as cats. "One more thing," he said, "we are planning to make extra story content! In this expansion, we'll explore the world of Requiem more deeply. We're working hard on it now, but it will take some time, so please be patient and look forward to it. Thank you for all your support!"

No specific details were revealed about the expansion's focus, setting, or playable characters, leaving fans to speculate. Could characters like Ada or Claire make an appearance? Will we learn more about Leon's romantic life? And does the finale's mention of a classic Resident Evil hero hint at their return?

For players diving into Resident Evil Requiem, IGN's guide offers essential tips and tricks, a comprehensive walkthrough, and advice on finding key items and collectibles, from the Rhodes Hill Chronic Care Center to Raccoon City.