The preloads for Resident Evil Requiem are live on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Therefore, you can download the whole thing before the launch. As long as you have a digital pre-order, you can start downloading the files now instead of watching a progress bar on launch night.
Release Date & Size
Capcom’s ninth core Resident Evil game will launch on all platforms on February 27, 2026, with preloads going live worldwide on February 24-25, depending on the store and your region. Be prepared for a large download size: around 73 GB on PC, 72.88 GB on PS5, 68.5 GB on Xbox Series X/S, and 27-29 GB on Nintendo Switch 2, plus a little extra for the deluxe editions.
How to preload on PC (Steam/Epic)
On PC, preloading is available for digital pre-orders on Steam and Epic Games Store.
- Open Steam / Epic and search for Resident Evil Requiem.
- Pre-purchase the game, then go to your Library.
- Find out Resident Evil Requiem and hit the Pre-load/Install button to start the download.
How to preload on PS5
Sony’s store backend confirms preloads for digital PS5 buyers ahead of launch.
- Open the PlayStation Store page for Resident Evil Requiem.
- Complete your pre-order, then head to your Game Library.
- Highlight Resident Evil Requiem and choose Download to begin the preload.
How to preload on Xbox Series X/S
Xbox owners with digital pre-orders can also get in early.
- Open the Microsoft Store on your console and find Resident Evil Requiem.
- If you haven’t already, pre-purchase the game.
- Select the Pre-install/Preload option and let the download finish in the background.
How to preload on Nintendo Switch 2
Requiem is the first mainline Resident Evil launching day‑and‑date on Switch 2, with eShop preloads now live.
- Open the Nintendo eShop on your Switch 2 and search for Resident Evil Requiem.
- Pre-order the digital version.
- Hit Preload/Download on the game’s page; the system will unpack everything ahead of launch and auto‑unlock on release day.