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Capcom Surprised by Switch 2's Power for RE Requiem
24 Feb
Summary
- Capcom surprised by Resident Evil Requiem's smooth performance.
- The game director expressed initial skepticism about Switch 2.
- Resident Evil Requiem launches February 27 on multiple platforms.
Resident Evil Requiem's upcoming release has generated excitement, especially with its inclusion on the Nintendo Switch 2. Initially, Capcom harbored doubts about the console's capability to handle the graphically intensive title. Director Koshi Nakanishi shared that the development team was so surprised by the game's seamless performance on the system that they "had to do a triple take."
Nakanishi explained that the improved graphical specifications of the Nintendo Switch 2 were put to the test, and the results exceeded expectations. The ease with which Resident Evil Requiem ran led to the decision to develop the game for the platform without alterations, noting its impressive visual quality in handheld mode.
Previewers have also echoed these positive impressions, highlighting clear visuals, smooth cutscenes, and comfortable controls for both first-person and third-person perspectives. Resident Evil Requiem is scheduled for release on February 27, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
