Capcom Faces Uphill Battle to Stop Resident Evil Requiem Leaks as Ending Spoilers and Videos Appear Online

IGN

by Tom Phillips

February 19, 2026

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Capcom faces a significant challenge as spoilers for *Resident Evil Requiem* spread rapidly online, with leaks revealing major plot points, endings, and game mechanics. The game’s full contents have been shared through videos, images, and detailed plot reveals, overwhelming platforms like Reddit and IGN. Despite efforts to control the narrative, Capcom struggles to stem the tide of spoilers, which has turned fan discussions into spoiler-heavy memes and analyses. The leaks began when early physical copies of the game were distributed, leading to a wave of spoilers being shared online. On Reddit, fans have meticulously documented the game’s plot, including unrevealed characters, lore connections, and the mechanics of its ending. The main *Resident Evil Requiem* subreddit is dominated by discussions about the leaks, with 17 of the top 20 posts focusing on spoilers. While this might seem alarming, veteran leaker Dusk Golem notes that this leak occurred closer to the release date than previous entries in the series, marking a slight improvement for Capcom. The game’s February 27 release date is just weeks away, and while IGN has pledged to keep its coverage spoiler-free

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Originally published on IGN on 2/19/2026