Capcom has officially confirmed the existence of Resident Evil 9, and work on the project is currently ongoing. While not much has been revealed officially, past rumors have pointed to the return of fan-favorite characters like Leon Kennedy and Jill Valentine.
Amid the excitement, a trusted insider has joined the rumor mill again, bringing his own information to the table. He suggests that Leon Kennedy is 100% returning as the next game’s lead.
Why it matters: Very few Resident Evil characters are as popular as Leon Kennedy. As such, fans will be glad to see him returning to the series after his recent portrayal in the latest remake.
This information comes from Dusk Golem, an insider known for his reliable horror game leaks. As per his latest scoop, most of the past leaks were inaccurate.
Unfortunately, he also states that Jill Valentine will not accompany Leon as the next game’s lead. In fact, Jill’s role is said to be limited to a small reference at best, with Leon being the center of attention.
Elsewhere, the insider states that most of the recent information regarding Resident Evil 9 is false. The title has certainly seen its fair share of rumors already, so Dusk Golem has warned fans to look out for fake information floating amid such rumors.
Because Capcom is being so secretive about the title, it’s clear that Resident Evil 9 is set to be the studio’s most ambitious game. The team is reportedly aiming for a 90/100 Metacritic score and is experimenting with an open-world setting.
More official information about the title should also be made available later this year, with Resident Evil 9 expected to launch during Fiscal Year 2026.
