Resident Evil Requiem Achieves 5 Million Units in Sales, Celebrating 30 Years of Survival Horror

Capcom’s latest installment in the iconic Resident Evil series, Resident Evil Requiem, has surpassed 5 million units sold worldwide. This milestone was reached less than a month after the game’s release on February 27, 2026, marking a significant success for the franchise as it celebrates its 30th anniversary this month.

A New Chapter in the Resident Evil Saga

Resident Evil Requiem follows the story of FBI agent Grace Ashcroft and DSO operative Leon S. Kennedy as they investigate a series of mysterious deaths connected to survivors of the Raccoon City outbreak. Their investigation leads them to Victor Gideon, a former Umbrella scientist. The game allows players to switch between first-person and third-person perspectives and features gameplay that adapts to the characters – more action-focused for Leon and classic survival horror for Grace, who is new to the world of bio-terrorism. [Source – PSU]

Record-Breaking Sales and Critical Acclaim

This launch has been the fastest in the series’ history. Resident Evil Requiem reached the 5 million unit mark in its first week, surpassing previous titles like Resident Evil 4 Remake (which took approximately four months) and Resident Evil 5 (three months) to achieve the same milestone. [Source – Push Square]

Prior to its release, Resident Evil Requiem garnered praise, including four awards at Gamescom 2025, such as “Most Epic,” recognizing its breathtaking and awe-inspiring experience. [Source – Capcom]

Developed with RE Engine

Resident Evil Requiem was developed using Capcom’s proprietary RE Engine, enabling photorealistic visuals, including detailed character models and lighting effects. [Source – Capcom]

Franchise Legacy

The Resident Evil franchise, which began on March 22, 1996, for the original PlayStation, has sold a total of 183 million units as of December 31, 2025. [Source – Push Square]

Capcom remains committed to expanding the Resident Evil universe, with potential DLC for Requiem and further remakes planned. [Source – PSU]