The article emphasizes purchasing before preload and provides platform-specific steps to initiate the preload process.

The article stresses completing the steps to ensure the game is ready at launch and highlights regional release timing.

No additional details beyond preload instructions and release timing are provided.

Resident Evil Requiem preload is live across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2, allowing players to download before launch.

On PC, preloads are available via Steam and Epic Games Store after digital pre-order; users should pre-purchase, go to their library, and select Pre-load/Install.

Console releases unlock at midnight local time on February 27, 2026, with a 9:00 p.m. start on February 26 for Pacific Standard Time regions.

The article includes a brief author bio for Rhys, TechRadar's Hardware Editor, and notes on a site commentary prompt requiring a display name.

The overall tone is an informative guide for players preparing for the multi-platform launch.

Capcom announced the February 27, 2026 global launch date for Resident Evil Requiem.

Nintendo Switch 2 timing includes 11:00 p.m. CST on February 26 for Central North America and 2:00 a.m. BRT on February 26 for Brazil in CST/BRT regions.

Resident Evil Requiem launches on Nintendo Switch 2 day-and-date with other versions, marking a first for the series.

There is a New Zealand trick for playing earlier on Xbox by setting NZ time or purchasing from the NZ store, though it requires a NZ account and may affect other games.