With the release of Resident Evil Requiem, the 9th installment in the series, the Resident Evil franchise has reached new highs in player counts and sales of all previous games.

The Resident Evil horror game series has always captivated horror fans with its intense fear factor, replayability and difficulty. The newest volume in the series, Resident Evil Requiem, reached an all-time high of 340,000 in concurrent player count on its debut weekend. This is over double that of any of the previous installments.

Requiem’s success is due to many factors, including its incredibly realistic graphics that make the game feel real. This game also marks the return of fan favorite, Leon Kennedy, a staple character in the series whom fans love. The great storyline and environment gives players what they want in a horror game.

The game has seen monumental success and is truly terrifying. Addison Klein, Class of 2026 and big fan of the series, stated, “The game feels truly scary and real. I feel like I could never get tired of the series, and this game solidified that fact.” Requiem’s success spans across all groups of people and leaves a lasting impression in their hearts.