TECHNOLOGY
When is the Resident Evil Requiem DLC coming out and what do I need to know?
A mini-game DLC is arriving in May and requires a completed save file to access; story DLC is still in development with no release date announced.
| Mini-game Release | May 2026, arriving after Japan's Golden Week (April 29 - May 6) |
|---|---|
| Requirement | Must complete the main story to unlock the mini-game |
| Mini-game Type | Single-player mode based on battles from the main game; likely the Mercenaries mode variant |
| Story DLC Status | Currently in full production with no release date; expected late 2026 or 2027 |
| Director Advice | Players should finish the main story during Golden Week to be ready for the mini-game |
Sources
- Resident Evil Requiem Director Warns You'll Need a Complete Save File to Play Its Upcoming New Mode (ign.com)
- Resident Evil Requiem producer says players should try to beat the game next week to prepare for DLC (videogameschronicle.com)
- Resident Evil Requiem Devs Give First Update On Story DLC (insider-gaming.com)