PlayStation Store Leaks Key Art for Resident Evil Requiem, Featuring Older Leon
PlayStation Store Leaks Key Character Art for Resident Evil Requiem
Anticipation for the new details of Resident Evil Requiem is high, especially with a major reveal expected at The Game Awards this weekend. Since its initial announcement, little information beyond brief gameplay snippets has been shown. However, users who pre-ordered the game on the PlayStation Store recently discovered that the game’s icon had been updated.
IGN was the first to report the news and showcase the full-size image. The artwork, which originally showed only the protagonist Grace Ashcroft, has been changed. The new image features Grace standing in the center, with the franchise’s significant character, Leon S. Kennedy, standing behind her in the rain.
The Appearance of Leon S. Kennedy
The leaked artwork shows a 51-year-old Leon, consistent with the game’s current timeline of 2028. He is seen wearing a heavy coat and features noticeable aging, including wrinkles and facial hair.
This accidental disclosure is not unprecedented for the PlayStation Store. A similar issue occurred with the update for the Resident Evil 3 remake project, where artwork of all the main characters—Jill, Carlos, and Nemesis—was prematurely shown before the official reveal. The nature of Leon’s role in Resident Evil Requiem remains a key point of speculation, especially since the official video premiere is just days away.
About Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem is the latest sequel in the survival horror series. The plot follows Grace Ashcroft, the daughter of Alyssa Ashcroft, a tough journalist who survived the original T-Virus outbreak in 1998. Grace’s mother is mysteriously murdered, leading Grace on a journey back to the nightmarish location of her mother’s dark memories. The investigation may also connect to the forgotten history of the doomed city.
The game is officially the ninth main installment in the franchise. It is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. It promises a thrilling and terrifying experience powered by the advanced RE Engine. The game is being developed specifically for next-gen devices, offering unprecedented realism in character models, environments, and storytelling.
The PlayStation Store leaking this image is a perfect, classic Resident Evil moment—accidental horror revealed before its time! The sight of an older, grizzled Leon S. Kennedy, looking like he’s seen just about everything, is the exact kind of fan service the community needs. His appearance suggests a deep, meaningful connection to Grace’s story. If Leon is still active in 2028, he’s probably the last line of defense, and we can’t wait to see what kind of global horror he’s fighting now.
Source: IGN
