Resident Evil Brings Huge Surprises for Millions of Players

Enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Brings Triumphant Resident Evil Series Debut with Ray Tracing and Three Major Titles

The Nintendo Switch 2's enhanced hardware will significantly improve its capability to handle major third-party games that its predecessor struggled with. Following extensive speculation, today's Nintendo Direct officially confirmed several significant titles, including Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza. The event also revealed major new experiences from Capcom's Resident Evil series for the console. Before today's Nintendo Direct, rumors strongly suggested that major third-party games, specifically Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil 9 Requiem, might be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Direct confirmed these speculations: Resident Evil 7, Resident Evil Village, and Resident Evil 9 Requiem are all officially slated for release on the Switch 2. Resident Evil 9 Requiem will launch on February 27, 2026, simultaneously with its PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S versions. On the same date, Capcom will also release Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village as a compilation for the Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 itself is also launching on February 27, 2026, with the Resident Evil series leading its launch titles. Capcom specifically optimized these games for the Switch 2, incorporating features like ray tracing to deliver a cutting-edge hybrid gaming experience.

Resident Evil Triumph on Enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 with Ray Tracing and Immersive First-Person Gameplay

These three Resident Evil titles—Requiem, Village, and Resident Evil 7—are designed to showcase the Switch 2's advanced technology. Players can expect smooth gameplay, consistent frame rates, and modern features such as ray tracing. The games will also support an immersive first-person play experience, allowing players to use the Joy-Con controllers like a mouse.

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If you're a fan of all things Nintendo and can't wait for the latest updates on your favorite consoles, be sure to mark your calendars! Jonathan Dubinski has the scoop on the highly anticipated Nintendo Direct scheduled for this Friday, September 12th. With an hour-long presentation starting at 2 PM (Portugal Standard Time) and 10 AM (Brasilia Time), Nintendo is set to reveal exciting news for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, especially in light of Super Mario Bros.' 40th anniversary. Don't miss out on the chance to see what's next for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and more—tune in via the official Nintendo YouTube channel or the Nintendo Today! mobile app (check it out Nintendo Direct Scheduled for Friday Lasting 60 Minutes). Exciting news for all Resident Evil fans out there! Jonathan Dubinski’s latest piece, "Resident Evil Requiem on Nintendo Switch 2" (published September 13, 2025), reveals that Capcom is bringing three highly anticipated titles to the Nintendo Switch 2. From the launch of the new console comes a trio of horror masterpieces: Resident Evil 7, Resident Evil Village, and the newly announced Resident Evil: Requiem. These games will hit shelves simultaneously on February 27th, marking an intriguing departure from their usual release patterns. To get all the details, be sure to dive into Resident Evil Requiem on Nintendo Switch 2. For all you Resident Evil fans out there, don't miss the big news about Capcom's upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch 2! Ahmed Hassan breaks down the details in his latest post from September 12th. From Resident Evil Requiem hitting shelves on February 27, 2026, to the Gold Editions of Resident Evil 7 Biohazard and Resident Evil Village making their debut, there's plenty to get excited about. Head over to our blog (Capcom Confirms Resident Evil Requiem and Two Other Series Games for Nintendo Switch 2) to learn more!