Resident Evil 9: Apocalypse Awaits – Everything You Need To Know Before Pre-Ordering

As one of the most iconic survival horror franchises, Resident Evil always manages to keep developing with every consecutive installment. Resident Evil 9, tentatively known as Resident Evil Apocalypse, promises to take what its predecessors have built upon to the next level. While official information is rather scarce, here's what fans and newcomers should look out for based on the current leaks, rumors, and trends.

 

 

Expected Date of Release

While Capcom has not officially announced a release date for Resident Evil 9, industry patterns suggest a 2024 or early 2025 launch. Previous installments, such as Resident Evil Village (2021), indicate a typical 2–3 year development cycle between major releases. The long wait hints that this game might be Capcom's most ambitious yet​

Storyline and Setting

Rumors surrounding Resident Evil 9 indicate that the location might be a North American wilderness, a location related to caves, forests, and rivers. It could be centered on the "ninth moon cycle," where there might emerge new terrifying enemies, perhaps like human-voice imitators as a variation of Wendigo. Another rumoured plot point refers to a mysterious woman in gold and brown clothes who is supposed to play the central role in the story​

It could be an end cap to the Resident Evil series, maybe bringing out a former fan favorite such as Chris Redfield, Jill Valentine, or Leon S. Kennedy.

Gameplay Mechanics

With survival horror as its foundation, Resident Evil 9 could tend more toward action-based gameplay, much like in the cases of Resident Evil 4 and 5. According to rumors, there could even be open-world elements where players get to explore bigger connected environments. This would bring more free-roam freedom from the more linear Resident Evil games but still maintain the tense atmosphere that the series is renowned for​

Capcom is probably using the RE Engine to render visually appealing environments and immersive experiences. The RE Engine provided the game power for both Resident Evil Village and Dragon's Dogma 2, so fans can expect cutting-edge graphics and dynamic mechanics​.

 

 

PC and Hardware Requirements

Official PC specs are yet to be known but with the history of the franchise in stressing graphics fidelity, players can expect Resident Evil 9 to require a mid-to-high-end gaming configuration. Inspired by the specifications of Resident Evil Village, preparation is best done for these: 

Minimum: 

• GTX 1050 Ti or equal
• 8 GB
• Adequate quad core CPU

Recommended: 

• GTX 1660 Super or more
• 16 GB
• Ryzen 5 or Intel i5 processor.

Players seeking the ultimate experience should aim for those RTX cards that can handle real-time ray tracing, since the game, using the RE Engine, employs this to great effect​

 

Also Read: Resident Evil 9: Gameplay Expectations and Post Release Potential

 

What's New and Different?

Capcom is supposedly throwing its largest budget and longest development cycle ever at Resident Evil 9. This could mean a game that not only looks forward to fan expectations but also sets a new scale in survival horror. Leaks suggest it will be the culmination of ongoing storylines, so must-play for long-time fans
 

Should You Pre-Order?

While it is almost tempting to order pre- pre-orders based on the hype, fans should wait for official trailers and gameplay reveals. Capcom does polish well, but more details at major gaming events or showcases will provide clearer insight into whether this title aligns with individual preferences.

Stay tuned for official updates, as Resident Evil 9 is ready to redefine the genre once again. Keep your gaming rigs ready—horror is going to reach new heights!