The embargo has lifted, and the verdict is in. Resident Evil Requiem has officially launched to universal acclaim, cementing itself as one of Capcom's highest-rated titles in recent history. By masterfully blending the relentless survival horror of recent entries with the kinetic action of classic fan favorites, the developer has delivered a true Resident Evil Requiem review consensus that praises the game as a masterpiece.
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1. The "Horror Masterpiece" 10/10 Scores
Many major gaming publications didn't hesitate to award the game top honors, highlighting its detailed craft, terrifying atmosphere, and thrilling cinematic storytelling.
"Resident Evil Requiem is a horror gaming masterpiece and one of the best games Capcom has ever made. It's the ultimate Resident Evil game and will be remembered as fondly as the franchise favorites in the years to come."
"Resident Evil Requiem is my Game of the Year so far... it earns an additional bonus point thanks to the attention to detail and craft that’s gone into every pore of this game."
"Resident Evil Requiem feels like the culmination of everything the series has been building to and building on over the last thirty years."
2. Praise for Grace & Leon's Dual Campaigns
The most celebrated aspect of Capcom's ninth main installment is the stark contrast between the two protagonists. The design choice to physically separate the "Survival Horror" player base from the "Action Shooter" fan base into distinct chapters was lauded as a stroke of genius.
"An outstanding mutation of two distinct gameplay styles. Grace’s more intimate and grounded exploration is married beautifully with Leon’s combat heavy focus. Capcom continues its unbelievable run of excellence."
"Resident Evil Requiem has something for every type of fan. Tension and fear with Grace. Action and terrible humor with Leon. And a story that not only answers questions but touches on more than just the modern era."
3. Mild Criticisms: Pacing & Ambition
Despite the incredibly high average, some reviewers noted that attempting to balance two drastically different game designs under one roof led to occasionally uneven pacing, particularly when switching mechanics rapidly.
"Resident Evil Requiem keeps Capcom’s winning streak going, even if, at times, it does buckle under the weight of its own ambition. I wanted more, especially for Leon, whose sections felt like they weren’t afforded enough opportunities to shine... Requiem feels like it could have benefited from extra time in the oven."
"A very good adventure that suffers from uneven pacing and sudden shifts in gameplay styles. The experiment of squeezing two games into one works well enough to be fun, but it’s unlikely to be remembered as one of the best."
4. The Reddit Community Consensus & r/Games Review Thread
On the flip side of critical discourse, the Resident Evil Requiem review Reddit thread exploded immediately upon the embargo lift. The general fan consensus was incredibly positive, with deep discussions surrounding franchise history, playtime lengths, and AI implementation from past titles like RE5 and RE6 drawing comparisons.
"I’d say 'We’re so back', but RE hasn’t really left since 7, just hit after hit."
"Looking at the reviews I’ve seen as fast as 8 hours up to 20 hours. There is an achievement to beat it under 4 hours. So pretty typical for Resident Evil. I beat it in 12 but that was rushing... sounds like a perfect sweetspot to me. Doesn't overstay its welcome."
"Barring a slight misstep with RE3 remake, Resident Evil has been on a really great streak for years. I'm glad this one is continuing the trend and excited to play it, especially coming off the heels of the absolutely superb RE2 remake."
Conclusion
It's clear from both professional critics and hardcore fans that Resident Evil Requiem is a major success. Whether you are coming in to solve classic puzzles in the dark with Grace or blast through enemy hordes as Leon, this 9th entry stands tall.
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