Tech Desk 
Apr 20, 2026
Resident Evil Requiem is rumoured to get new content, including a story expansion, while Capcom, developer company, has not shared any official details about this update.
As per new leak, Capcom is expected to add a mini game to Resident Evil Requiem in May, while fans believe the mini game to be the arcade-style Mercenaries mode seen in previous games in the series
Resident Evil Requiem game files to uncover pieces of music that could be related to a 'future mode / Mercenaries'. The leaked tracks feature tense, high-tempo music, suggesting they could be backing tracks for an upcoming Mercenaries mode.
Some of the tracks also feature the sound of a ticking clock that further hints at the timed arcade mode coming to Resident Evil Requiem.
What is Mercenaries mode in Resident Evil?
The Mercenaries mode is a recurring arcade minigame in the Resident Evil series that was introduced in Resident Evil 3. The arcade mode largely requires players to dispatch hordes of enemies within a time limit and reach a highscore on the leaderboard.
Last month, Capcom announced a story expansion for Resident Evil Requiem was in development. While the expansion will likely release later, more content for the game is on its way. The developer company said that it was working on new in-game content, including a much-requested photo mode.
It is important to note that game director Koshi Nakanishi confirmed that a mini game was coming to Requiem in May.
Is Resident Evil Requiem launched?
Yes, Resident Evil Requiem launched on February 27, 2026 for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Nintendo Switch 2. The game has received positive reviews, with some reporting it sold out on launch day
