Resident Evil Requiem Director Issues Warning Over 'Edited Messages' Following Screenshots That Seemed to Confirm Leon S. Kennedy's Love Interest

Koshi Nakanishi, the director of Resident Evil Requiem, has cautioned fans about screenshots that appeared to show him confirming—or at least strongly hinting at—who Leon S. Kennedy has chosen as his long-term partner. Unlockable concept art in Requiem reveals that the series' most eligible bachelor is now married, with the game's ending subtly depicting Leon putting his wedding ring back on after a mission. This detail has sparked intense interest among fans, especially those debating whether Leon wed Ada Wong or Claire Redfield, though the game leaves the identity frustratingly ambiguous.

In search of clues, fans have been reaching out to Nakanishi via social media. Last week, screenshots surfaced online, purportedly showing Nakanishi's responses to these inquiries, with Team Ada claiming victory. One alleged reply read, 'Requiem doesn't make it clear, but if you've played the previous games, you should get an idea!' Another response to a fan asking if Leon and Ada had tied the knot said, 'You already know the answer, don't you?' A fan tweet celebrated, 'I saw so many people messaging Nakanishi about Leon’s marriage. I know it might not be the right thing to do, but I can’t hide how happy this makes me. After all these years, all the waiting, all the debates we can finally say it. Congratulations, Mrs. Ada Wong Kennedy.'

However, the situation has become murky again, this time due to Nakanishi himself. In an Instagram story spotted by Kotaku, he mentioned being 'called out for screenshots of edited messages,' giving Team Claire reason to cheer. It's unclear whether Nakanishi means the messages were deliberately faked or simply edited together in a collage circulating on social media. Only Nakanishi can clarify further, but he has reportedly entered 'hermit mode' to avoid the topic. He's not alone in sidestepping the issue; last week, Leon's English-language voice actor, Nick Apostolides, refrained from sharing his thoughts on Leon's marriage, joking that 'half the fans would want to hang me' if he did.

If you're still navigating Requiem's monsters alongside Leon's love life, IGN's Resident Evil: Requiem guide offers step-by-step assistance through RE9. Check out key tips and tricks before starting, and focus on finding important items early. Our comprehensive walkthrough ensures you don't miss a single Bobblehead or file as you survive from the Rhodes Hill Chronic Care Center all the way to Raccoon City.