Resident Evil Requiem Is Packed With References That Are Impossible to Catch During Your First Playthrough

The game Requiem brings Leon back to Raccoon City, and seeing him return to the police department after so many years is incredibly impactful. While Requiem expertly revisits familiar ground from previous Resident Evil games, it’s more than just nostalgia. It’s already considered one of the best games of 2026, and the incredibly detailed references to the series’ lore make the experience even better. Some of these hidden references are so clever that players have gone to great lengths – even manipulating the game itself – to uncover them.








