Resident Evil Requiem Director Explains Why There’s Third-Person Mode

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Koshi Nakanishi has confirmed that the upcoming game, “Resident Evil Requiem,” will offer a third-person perspective. This decision stems from his previous game, which he directed, being too frightening for some players. The last game he helmed before working on “Resident Evil Requiem” was none other than the terrifyingly scary “RE7,” often considered one of the scariest installments in the Resident Evil series.

Ever since the announcement of Resident Evil Requiem, fans have been buzzing with curiosity about how terrifying the game will be. A significant part of this excitement stems from Nakanishi returning as director, given his penchant for intense horror that fans are well-acquainted with. Now, it appears that the renowned game director’s remarks on a particular gameplay aspect might provide some clues.

Resident Evil Requiem Has a Third-Person Mode to Make It Less Scary

In a chat with GamesRadar+, Koshi Nakanishi confessed that his earlier creation, Resident Evil 7, was perhaps too terrifying. Consequently, he and his colleagues are introducing a third-person perspective to the upcoming title, Resident Evil Requiem. This third-person view is intended to temper the horror aspects, making it friendlier for players who find the intense first-person scenes overwhelming. This might be encouraging news for diehard fans, as Nakanishi’s statement hints that the game could still pack a fearful punch, especially in the first-person mode.

A beneficial aspect of playing in the third-person perspective is that it can temporarily halt the pursuing enemies when they witness the protagonist tripping, falling, or reacting to taunts, allowing players a short respite to regroup and feel more secure. As detailed in an interview with Game Informer, this feature will be incorporated into certain third-person segments of the game.

In the same conversation with Game Informer, Koshi Nakanishi spoke about the level of fright in his upcoming game, Resident Evil 9. The Japanese director clarified that while the game won’t be the most terrifying in the series, it will still be quite scary. To back this up, Masato Kumazawa, the game’s producer, mentioned that Capcom intends to create an immersive narrative experience that combines intense fear with mystery, puzzle-solving, and a bit of action.

Enthusiasts looking forward to playing “Resident Evil Requiem” should note down February 27, 2026, as it’s set to launch worldwide. Moreover, Japanese fans might even get an early taste of the game during the Tokyo Game Show in September – an event that Capcom anticipates will be significant.

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2025-08-28 17:03