Leon Kennedy Joins the Roster in Resident Evil Requiem

Absolutely, the rumors were spot on. Leon Kennedy is making his return in Resident Evil Requiem, as confirmed by a recent leak. The exciting twist revealed at the Game Awards 2025 is that he’s a fully playable character in this upcoming sequel.

Check out the new gameplay trailer for Resident Evil Requiem, which gives us our first glimpse of an older, more rugged Leon. And yes, it looks like he’s up against another terrifying foe wielding a chainsaw—talk about bad luck!

In the trailer, we catch Leon investigating some gruesome scenes and eerie happenings tied to Grace Ashcroft’s narrative.

During the reveal, it was mentioned that Leon’s gameplay will lean more towards action, contrasting with Grace’s classic survival horror approach. The footage certainly supports this, showcasing Leon executing finishers and taking down enemies with the same flair we loved in Resident Evil 4. I’m all for it!