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Resident Evil Requiem (RE9, the ninth mainline entry in Capcom’s survival horror series) for PS5 launched today, February 27, 2026—a heart-pounding return to Raccoon City with tense gameplay, upgraded graphics, and chilling new story elements. It’s available digitally on the PlayStation Store and physically via retailers, optimized for PS5/PS5 Pro (with exclusive PSSR upscaling on Pro for 60fps quality modes).
Key Features and PS5 Specifications
- Gameplay: First-person survival horror with resource management, puzzles, combat against zombies/mutants, and branching narratives; supports single-player (no co-op confirmed yet).
- Graphics/Performance: Native 4K/60fps (up to 120fps in performance mode on PS5 Pro), ray tracing, HDR, ultra-fast SSD loading; ~72GB install size.
- PS5 Compatibility: Works on all PS5 models (Slim Digital needs digital purchase); DualSense haptics/adaptive triggers enhance tension.
Performance and Reviews (Launch Day Feedback)
Early reviews hail it as “excellent” with “brilliant PS5 Pro optimizations” (Digital Foundry: PSSR/FSR4 shines for stable 60fps). Critics praise tense horror, nostalgia (Raccoon City vibes), and visuals (8/10+ averages from PCMag/CNET/What Hi-Fi?). Reddit/PS communities buzzing with first-hours streams (e.g., “terrifying new chapter”).



