Resident Evil '9' Requiem has some of the most incredible lighting I've seen in a game — and Capcom uses it as a weapon

Resident Evil Requiem promotional image.

Ahead of Gamescom 2025, I was lucky enough to be among the first members of the public to go hands-on with Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth mainline entry in the industry-leading horror series.

Resident Evil has had its ups and downs over the years, but remains one of the most prolific video game franchises in history — a rare feat for the horror genre, which many find too uncomfortable to experience.