During today's Nintendo Partner Direct presentation, Capcom officially confirmed what fans have long speculated: the Leon S. Kennedy amiibo is not just a rumor, it's real! This highly anticipated collectible is set to drop this summer, alongside the previously announced Grace Ashcroft amiibo, as a key piece of merchandise for the upcoming Resident Evil 9: Requiem.
Honestly, Leon's involvement in "Requiem" was heavily rumored long before Capcom's official reveal. It seems the publisher tried to keep it under wraps for a bit longer than necessary! The official word is that Leon will have a role just as significant as his co-protagonist, Grace, so it only makes sense for both characters to get their amiibo debut simultaneously.
While the Direct also revisited several previously announced details—like "Requiem" launching on February 27, 2026, the simultaneous release of Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil 8 Gold Edition, and a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 Pro controller—the official confirmation of the Leon amiibo was undoubtedly the standout moment of the presentation.
As the release date draws closer, "Requiem" has been showcased and playtested across multiple platforms. Early impressions from a Nintendo Switch 2 demo at a previous event were overwhelmingly positive, praising the game's intense sense of dread and thrilling chase sequences. Capcom has also clarified that rumors of the game being open-world are incorrect, reaffirming that the core experience will stick to the series' strengths: rich narrative and a terrifying atmosphere.