Capcom's Female Team Helped Create "Attractive Uncle" Leon in Resident Evil Requiem
In Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom's dedicated team of fans, including female staff members, have meticulously refined Leon S. Kennedy's appearance, creating an aged yet charismatic version that resonates with the franchise's long-time followers.
Jonathan Dubinski · 2 min read
With the release of Resident Evil: Requiem approaching, Capcom has revealed details about the development of Leon S. Kennedy's more mature appearance in the ninth installment of the series. According to Director Koshi Nakanishi in an interview with Automaton, Leon's "attractive uncle vibe," or Ikeoji as it's known in Japan, was deliberately crafted through the team's efforts, with significant contributions from Capcom's female staff. They meticulously refined every detail, including Leon's neck wrinkles, to align with fan expectations. Nakanishi noted that many team members, particularly women, are avid fans of the character and were highly selective about his visual presentation. This dedication shaped Leon's aged yet charming look. "We spent ages polishing Leon’s visuals," Nakanishi stated, emphasizing the staff's attention to detail. Beyond appearance, the team also engaged in internal discussions about Leon's personality and history, considering his nearly 30 years in the franchise. These debates, reflecting each team member's vision of the veteran horror survivor, ultimately refined his visual presentation and narrative presence in the game.
Refining Leon Kennedy's Image: A Fresh Look in Resident Evil Requiem (Available Feb 27)
Fans have responded positively to trailers showcasing this new take on Leon, appreciating the blend of classic elements with a fresh, detailed look. Resident Evil: Requiem will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on February 27.
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"From gaming legends getting makeovers to upcoming console shifts and beloved heroes' potential returns, we've got all the latest buzz for you! First up, Capcom is breathing new life into Resident Evil's iconic hero, Leon S. Kennedy, as Jonathan Dubinski reveals in his insightful piece on 'Leon Kennedy's Revamp for Resident Evil Requiem'. Published on January 28th, it delves into how the team aims to create a more mature yet charming 'cool uncle' version of Leon, with a 4K gameplay demo promising to showcase this new side of him soon Capcom Women Aimed to Draw a More Charming Leon Kennedy for Resident Evil Requiem. Meanwhile, tech journalist Jonathan Dubinski explores Sony's latest nudge towards the future in 'Sony Encourages PS4 Users to Switch to PS5; Time to Upgrade', published on the same day. Here, he analyzes how messages appearing on some PS4 consoles hint at an impending shift, with major game exclusives and promotions pushing players towards the PlayStation 5 as online services may start to phase out for the aging console this year Sony Encourages PS4 Users to Switch to PS5; Time to Upgrade. And if you're craving more Marvel Cinematic Universe goodness, Carlos Mendoza has some exciting news in his recent post, 'Deadpool 4 with Ryan Reynolds May Arrive Sooner Than Anticipated'. Published on January 28th, this insightful piece explores how Reynolds is now considering a fourth Deadpool film more seriously than previously thought, so dive in to see if your favorite chimichanga-loving hero might be making a comeback sooner rather than later Deadpool 4 with Ryan Reynolds May Arrive Sooner Than Anticipated!"
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Game info
- Official Name
- Capcom Fighting All-Stars
- Brief Summary
- The shadow of fear was approaching Metro City. A man only known as Death, was running around Metro City with a bomb. The bomb was codenamed "Laughter Sun". Mayor Mike Haggar contacted the characters listed above in order to locate and defeat Death and then defuse the bomb. Codes were needed to disarm the bomb, and that is where the Code Holders subtitle of the game comes into play. D.D. and his teammates, Rook and Ingrid, were the Code Holders. Their codes are Ogre, Fallen Angel, and Isis. The game had a time limit, and depending of how long the player took to finish the game, the ending would vary. Originally, Capcom Fighting All-Stars was planned to be a 2D sequel to Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001, before being converted to 3D. However, due to SNK's financial troubles and restructuring, the title was redesigned as a Capcom-only crossover with twenty former SNK members designing it, using the models previously built for the original title. Like SNK's KOF: Maximum Impact games, it was designed to translate a 2D fighting game series into 3D. This was done previously in the Street Fighter EX series, which Capcom co-produced with Arika. Capcom beta-tested the game, but after negative feedback from players and more months in development, the game was canceled in August 2003. According to an interview with former The King of Fighters director Toyohisa Tanabe, a secret character from Tanabe's old company (SNK) was set to be playable in Capcom Fighting All Stars.. While not confirmed, the figure bears a heavy resemblance to K' or Kyo Kusanagi.
- Platforms
- PlayStation 2, Arcade
- Genre
- Fighting
- Play Modes
- Single player, Multiplayer
- Languages
- English, German
- Genre
- Capcom
- Genre
- Capcom
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