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Spoilers Ruin Launches: A Plea for Change
22 Feb
Summary
- Resident Evil Requiem leaked a week before release.
- Physical game copies enable pre-launch spoilers.
- Digital licenses don't equate to true ownership.
The premature leak of Resident Evil Requiem, occurring a full week before its February 27, 2026, launch, highlights a persistent problem with physical game copies. Crucial plot points, including the game's ending, became available online due to early distribution to retailers. This mirrors the leak of the Resident Evil 4 remake two weeks before its March 24, 2023, release.
While physical media is vital for game preservation, its early availability often leads to spoilers that diminish the intended player experience. The author expresses frustration with having to actively avoid spoilers online, even in unrelated internet spaces. This situation prompts a call for publishers to implement measures like release-day activation for physical copies or delaying their distribution entirely.
Such propositions, while controversial, aim to prevent spoilers for highly anticipated titles like GTA 6, which was rumored to consider delaying physical copies to avoid pre-release leaks. The author argues that the blame lies with those who upload spoiler content and that players shouldn't have to navigate the internet cautiously to avoid spoilers for games they eagerly await.
