Resident Evil Requiem surpasses 1 million wishlists

Resident Evil fans were caught completely off guard during this year’s Summer Game Fest when Capcom unveiled Resident Evil Requiem with a chilling surprise trailer. While the game won’t release until early 2026, that hasn’t stopped fans from showing their excitement in a major way—by flooding the Steam wishlist page.

Resident Evil Requiem marks the next major installment in Capcom’s legendary survival horror series. While details are still scarce, the game appears to be both a departure and a return—with fresh characters rumored to connect to past spin-offs, and lingering speculation that long-time series icon Leon Kennedy could make a return. The trailer sparked intense fan theories across social media, sending the community into overdrive.

Steam Wishlist Numbers Already Through the Roof

In a post from the official Resident Evil X account (formerly Twitter), Capcom revealed that Resident Evil Requiem has already passed one million wishlists on Steam.

“Requiem for the dead. Nightmare for the over one million of you who wishlisted #ResidentEvilRequiem! Thank you!”

While wishlisting doesn’t guarantee sales, it’s one of the strongest indicators of early demand—especially on PC—and a sign that Capcom’s marketing strategy is already paying off.

The next big moment for the game is expected at Gamescom 2025, where Resident Evil Requiem will have its first hands-on public demo. Those unable to attend can likely expect a new trailer during Opening Night Live, offering more insight into the game’s story, setting, and cast.

With Resident Evil Village having sold over 3 million copies in just four days, it’s clear Capcom is aiming even higher for Resident Evil Requiem. The one million wishlists suggest they’re well on their way.

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