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

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Man, I’ve been playing Resident Evil Requiem and it’s seriously awesome! It’s a huge win for Capcom and the whole Resident Evil series. This ninth main game is packed with both terrifying scares and non-stop action, and I’m really enjoying playing as both Grace Ashcroft and Leon Kennedy. Plus, with the game coming out so close to Resident Evil‘s 30th anniversary, there are moments that just hit different – super nostalgic!

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.

Requiem’s Nearly Impossible-to-Find Resident Evil 7 Easter Egg

PC players have discovered a subtle connection between the game Requiem and Resident Evil 7. By using a freecam tool, they were able to view the content on a laptop screen during a scene with characters Grace and Alyssa. The laptop displays a website resembling Reddit, where users are discussing the events surrounding the Dulvey Incident – specifically, the Baker family from Resident Evil 7, the missing Deputy Anderson, and even the game’s massive Mold monster. It’s an unexpected detail that most players likely wouldn’t have noticed.

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This Easter egg marks another connection between the two games. In Resident Evil 7, players can find an article by Alyssa Ashcroft about people who went missing near Dulvey. While it’s a brief appearance, it adds significant weight to the reference in Requiem. It’s likely Grace was with Alyssa while she investigated those disappearances, which would explain Grace’s strong interest in the case.

Resident Evil 1 and Resident Evil Zero Even Make a Small Appearance in Requiem

There are two hidden references in the game that are easy to miss, but thankfully don’t require any special tools to find. During the orphanage section in Raccoon City, players can find Easter eggs that seem to allude to both the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil Zero. Specifically, in the playroom, some of the toys are arranged in a deliberate way.

  • A mansion-like dollhouse with four teddy bears standing in front of it.
  • A small toy train

Fans have noticed some intriguing details that might hint at references to classic Resident Evil games. The dollhouse and teddy bears could be a nod to the original game, specifically the characters entering Spencer Mansion. Similarly, the toy train seems to reference the events on the Ecliptic Express from another early game. Because both games happen around the same time, it’s logical to think they’re being connected as Easter eggs. While the train alone might not mean much, combined with the dollhouse and bears, it feels more intentional. With excitement building for a remake of the first Resident Evil game, some believe these details could be teasers of what’s to come. And it’s not just this – players are also spotting other clues that suggest future plans for the franchise.

Could Requiem Be Teasing the Long-Awaited Code: Veronica Remake?

A possible hint for a Resident Evil Code: Veronica remake has appeared in the Requiem game, though it might just be a playful trick by the developers. Players exploring the Rhodes Hill Chronic Care Center noticed a liquor bottle with the label “AVERNICO,” which they quickly realized is an anagram for “Veronica,” sparking excitement among fans hoping for a remake.

The Rhodes Hill Chronic Care center in Requiem is a remarkably detailed location, and players are still finding hidden references within it. While this discovery is exciting, it’s best not to jump to conclusions. Fans have been hoping for an announcement about a Resident Evil Code: Veronica remake, but this could just be a subtle tribute to the original game rather than a hint of something more.

For years, fans have hoped for a new Resident Evil game starring Claire Redfield. While seeing her in just another remake wouldn’t be ideal, it would still be a welcome addition.

Resident Evil Village Makes a Surprise Appearance in Requiem

The story of Ethan Winters is a key part of the overall Resident Evil story, so it was a nice surprise to find a connection to Village in Requiem. A Reddit user named Apodecte noticed Emily reading a book in braille during gameplay and translated the text. It turned out to be the line, “greeted her warmly and bit his own wing.” This is a direct quote from the storybook Mia reads to baby Rosemary in the opening scene of Resident Evil Village – Emily is reading the exact same book! Just like the details on Grace’s laptop, this shows how much effort the developers put into the hidden details, or Easter eggs, in Requiem. It’s a cool reminder that everything in the Resident Evil universe is connected.

Requiem’s Upcoming DLC Could Hold Even More Secrets

With the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem DLC confirmed, fans are excited to see what secrets it holds. While Capcom hasn’t announced remakes of Resident Evil 1 or Code: Veronica yet, the DLC might offer hints about them. For now, players are hoping for a major announcement soon, and in the meantime, they’ll be carefully exploring Requiem for clues and references to older games.

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2026-03-25 22:06