Resident Evil Requiem Explores Raccoon City 30 Years On
United Gaming – Ever since its announcement, Resident Evil Requiem has sparked excitement among fans. What’s got gamers buzzing even more is the return of iconic elements like Alyssa Ashcroft and the infamously haunting Raccoon City.
In a revealing conversation, Game Director Koshi Nakanishi and Producer Masato Kumazawa shared that they deliberately crafted Requiem around two core elements: Grace Ashcroft and Raccoon City. These choices laid the groundwork for a shockingly emotional storyline.
Grace embarks on a deeply moving journey to uncover the truth behind her mother Alyssa’s fate. She must face heartbreak, confusion, and a sense of vulnerability unlike any before. Through Grace’s eyes, players will feel every pang of her struggle.
Nakanishi said he always wanted to revisit Raccoon City. He used an unforgettable metaphor: it’s like checking forgotten rice in a cooker after a week—something you’d never intentionally reopen, yet curiosity draws you in. For him, that compelling pull made the story impossible to ignore.
The title “Requiem” reflects more than horror—it’s a tribute. The surviving victims remember Alyssa and others lost in the catastrophe. This game doesn’t seek to romanticize tragedy, but to honor memory and resilience.
With Ethan Winters’ arc concluded in Resident Evil Village, developers saw Requiem as the perfect tribute to Raccoon City. It stands like a bow—and a reminder—that past scars can still hold meaning and voice.
