Chris Redfield Won’t Appear in Resident Evil Requiem — He’s Off on Another Mission
Director Hints at Chris’ Absence
When Capcom shared plans for Resident Evil Requiem, fans immediately wondered whether beloved classic characters like Chris Redfield would return. Director Kōshi Nakanishi addressed that question. He hinted that Chris is likely absent from this entry because his story thread is tied to actions happening elsewhere in the world—not where Requiem is focused—making his appearance in this installment very unlikely.
Why Chris Isn’t Central This Time
Resident Evil Requiem centers on a new protagonist, FBI agent Grace Ashcroft, returning to Raccoon City to uncover dark mysteries tied to her past and the city’s burial beneath decay. Since Chris was away pursuing investigations in Europe during the major events of earlier games, Nakanishi didn’t find it necessary to incorporate him—even as a cameo—in this storyline.
What It Means for the Game
With Chris occupied elsewhere, the game can stay tightly focused on Grace and the haunting journey through a devastated Raccoon City. Rather than offering fanservice via returning characters, Capcom is committed to delivering a pure, emotionally immersive survival horror experience built around a fresh protagonist.
Capcom’s choice to keep Chris Redfield off-screen in Requiem may surprise longtime fans, but it reflects a bold storytelling shift. By prioritizing the narrative of Grace Ashcroft and the chilling atmosphere of Raccoon City, the game carves out its own emotional identity—unfettered by ties to franchise veterans. Sometimes, absence speaks louder than presence, and in horror, that can be its own form of haunting.
