Over 1 Million Wishlists for Resident Evil Requiem: A Major Milestone for the Survival Horror Franchise
As players begin to mark their calendars for the release of Resident Evil Requiem in 2026, it's clear that the ninth entry in the hit survival horror franchise has already captured the imaginations of fans worldwide. Capcom has announced that the game has surpassed 1 million wishlists across Steam and the PlayStation store, setting the stage for what is sure to be a highly anticipated title.
The first trailer for Resident Evil Requiem was released during Summer Game Fest 2025 and received a celebratory response from both gaming fans and horror enthusiasts. The game follows Grace Ashcroft, the daughter of Resident Evil Outbreak's Alyssa Ashcroft, as she investigates a series of mysterious deaths caused by an unknown infection. Players will once again make a surprising return to the ruined Raccoon City, which has sparked early speculation and excitement for the next major Resident Evil release.
The official RE social media accounts announced on June 23 that Resident Evil Requiem has already garnered over 1 million wishlists, marking a major milestone ahead of the game's scheduled launch on February 27, 2026. Four years have passed since the last new mainline entry in the Resident Evil game series, and player anticipation for Requiem is quickly climbing. Many have shared their delight at the reveal of a fresh protagonist, as opposed to franchise familiar characters, and the reveal of both a first-person and third-person camera mode has helped to increase hype among old-school fans and newer players.
At the time of writing, the first Requiem trailer on the official Resident Evil YouTube channel boasts over 2.7 million views, so it should come as no surprise that the title has quickly amassed an impressive number of wishlists. The Resident Evil franchise is considered by many to house some of the best survival horror video games of all time, and the massive resurgence of the series after the launch of Resident Evil 7 and RE Village has noticeably helped to put the iconic world of zombies and bioweapons back in the spotlight.
Horror gaming has been experiencing a renaissance in recent years, with remakes of horror classics like the early Resident Evil titles and Silent Hill 2 helping to reignite interest among veteran and first-time players. While wishlists are not always a guarantee of a game's success or popularity, the early audience hype plus diehard fandom support could bode well for Resident Evil Requiem when it launches for PC and consoles in early 2026.
The excitement surrounding Resident Evil Requiem is palpable, and fans are eagerly awaiting its release to see what new horrors await in this latest installment in the iconic survival horror series. With over 1 million wishlists already secured, it's clear that this game is poised to be a major hit when it finally arrives in 2026.
