Directive 8020 vs Resident Evil Requiem

• Perspective: Third-Person
• Multiplayer: 2-Player Online Co-op, 5-Player Local/Online Co-op
• Setting: Deep Space / Alien Planet (Tau Ceti f)
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
• Release Window: 2026
• Unique Feature: A cinematic sci-fi horror story that introduces a 'Turning Points' rewind mechanic and full third-person stealth/action controls to the series.

• Perspective: First-Person and Third-Person (Switchable)
• Setting: Raccoon City, Wrenwood Hotel
• Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam)
• Protagonist: Grace Ashcroft
• Unique Feature: Ability to switch between first-person and third-person camera perspectives at any time during gameplay.

• Crew Members: The game revolves around five protagonists. In co-op, players control separate characters, making shared decisions and managing inventory together. The enemy's ability to mimic means any companion can become a threat.
  Human (Player/AI)

• Scanner: A tool housed in the utility strap. Used to scan for electronics or spot the alien entity capable of mimicking crew members.
• Messenger: A utility strap tool used for silent communication between crew members, even when potential alien 'imposters' are nearby.
• The Dark Pictures Heirlooms: Hidden dolls and relics from previous games. Finding them unlocks secrets that connect Directive 8020 to the wider anthology universe.

• Sci-Fi Horror
• Survival Horror
• Body Horror
• Cosmic Horror
• Interactive Drama
• Player Choice
• Paranoia
• Isolation

• Survival Horror
• Psychological Horror
• Bio-Terrorism
• Conspiracy
• Corporate Malfeasance
• Legacy and Family

• Character Outfits: Details on character customization and alternate costumes have not been announced. Previous games in the series have often included unlockable costumes as rewards for completing the game or as part of deluxe editions.

The game does not feature traditional RPG leveling. Progression is narrative and inventory-based. Players find and use key items and gadgets to solve environmental puzzles. The 'Turning Points' system is a key feature, allowing players to 'rewind' pivotal decisions to explore alternate narrative paths, though irreversible 'Survival Mode' is also available.

Specific skill and upgrade systems have not been detailed. Based on series conventions, players can expect to find and upgrade a variety of weapons. The protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, is described as less of a combat expert than previous protagonists, suggesting that evasion, puzzle-solving, and resource management will be heavily emphasized. Crafting of healing items and ammunition is also expected to return.

The game is a linear, cinematic adventure. Locations include the claustrophobic corridors of the crashed starship Cassiopeia and the surface of the hostile alien planet, Tau Ceti f. The game features full, player-controlled exploration, a significant departure from the fixed cameras of previous series installments.

Confirmed locations include the Wrenwood Hotel and the devastated Raccoon City, including the iconic Raccoon City Police Department building. The extent and size of these areas are currently unknown, but previews suggest claustrophobic, horror-focused environments rather than a large open world.

• Brianna Young ('Young'): Playable Protagonist
  The co-pilot of the Cassiopeia and one of the five playable main characters. Portrayed by Lashana Lynch.
• Nolan Stafford ('Stafford'): Playable Protagonist
  The mission Commander and the founding father of the space program, mentoring Brianna Young.
• Laura Eisele ('Eisele'): Playable Protagonist
  The senior mission officer and the architect of the Cassiopeia, known for her cold, rational brilliance.
• Josef Cernan ('Cernan'): Playable Protagonist
  The technical engineer and 'resident philosopher' of the crew, dedicated to living a life he could be proud of.
• Samantha Cooper ('Cooper'): Playable Protagonist
  The medical specialist and sole survivor of a previous tragedy, highly dedicated to protecting life.

• Grace Ashcroft: Playable Protagonist
  An FBI technical analyst investigating a mysterious case tied to her family's past. She is portrayed as more vulnerable and less combat-proficient than other Resident Evil heroes.
• Alyssa Ashcroft (mentioned): Key Story Character
  Grace's mother and a journalist who was a playable character in the Resident Evil Outbreak series. Her past investigations and murder are central to Requiem's plot.
• Hooded Man: Antagonist (Speculative)
  A mysterious hooded figure seen in the reveal trailer who appears to be a central villain.

• Episodic Campaign
  The game is structured into eight, hour-long episodes. The main objective is to guide the five crew members to survive the alien threat and the hostile environment, with the story branching dramatically based on player choices.

• Main Story Campaign
  The primary mission will be to guide Grace Ashcroft through the game's story, investigating the Wrenwood Hotel and the ruins of Raccoon City to uncover the truth behind her mother's death and a new bio-organic threat. This will involve puzzle-solving, exploration, resource management, and combat/evasion.

The Digital Deluxe Edition includes the base game, the 'Dark Pictures Outfit Pack' (iconic outfits from previous games), a 'BONUS MISSION: THE DARK PICTURES HEIRLOOMS RETRIEVAL,' three cinematic filters (60's Black and White, 70's Gritty, 80's VHS), an artbook, and the exclusive soundtrack.

• Q: What is Directive 8020?
  A: It is the fifth installment in The Dark Pictures Anthology, a series of cinematic, interactive horror games. This installment is a sci-fi horror story about the crew of a crashed spaceship being hunted by a shapeshifting alien.
• Q: How is it different from other Dark Pictures games?
  A: It marks a significant evolution for the series, moving from fixed camera angles to full third-person player control. It also introduces deeper gameplay mechanics like real-time stealth, a full inventory system, and the 'Turning Points' system to retry decisions.
• Q: What is the 'Turning Points' system?
  A: It's a major new feature that allows players to 'rewind' to a pivotal decision they have made and retry the sequence, enabling them to explore alternate narrative paths without losing overall story progress.
• Q: Can I play with friends?
  A: Yes, the game supports two main co-op modes: a 2-player online 'Shared Story' mode and a 5-player local/online 'Movie Night' mode.

• Q: What is Resident Evil Requiem?
  A: Resident Evil Requiem is the ninth mainline installment in the Resident Evil survival horror series, featuring a new protagonist named Grace Ashcroft and a return to Raccoon City.
• Q: When will Resident Evil Requiem be released?
  A: The game is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026.
• Q: What platforms will Resident Evil Requiem be on?
  A: It will be available on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
• Q: Can I play in third-person?
  A: Yes, for the first time in a new mainline Resident Evil game at launch, you can switch between first-person and third-person perspectives freely.
• Q: Is Resident Evil Requiem a sequel to Resident Evil Village?
  A: Yes, it is the next main entry in the series after Resident Evil Village.
• Q: Is this a multiplayer game?
  A: No, Resident Evil Requiem has been announced as a single-player experience.

• OFFICIAL PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS. These specifications reflect the demands of the Unreal Engine 5 build, which is a first for the series.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop performance will vary based on the model's cooling and TGP. The game's graphically rich world and cinematic presentation will require a powerful gaming laptop.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU is essential to handle the advanced graphical features, ray tracing, and maintain stable framerates.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: The game's visually rich world and intense combat will require a laptop with a cutting-edge cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: A powerful multi-core mobile CPU will be critical for handling the complex AI and physics-based combat.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is a critical feature for reducing latency and ensuring the best possible performance in the game's real-time stealth and action sequences.
• Game Name: Directive 8020

• The official detailed system requirements for Resident Evil Requiem have not yet been released. The following are preliminary minimum and recommended requirements based on news reports and are subject to change. The detailed breakdown is an estimation based on recent RE Engine titles.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop equivalents of the desktop GPUs listed below will be required for similar performance. Performance will vary based on the laptop's power delivery (TGP) and cooling system. Newer gaming laptops should handle the game well, but specifications will become clearer closer to launch.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: A higher Total Graphics Power (TGP) will be crucial for achieving stable framerates, especially at higher resolutions and settings.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Efficient cooling will be necessary to prevent thermal throttling during intense gameplay sessions.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: A modern multi-core CPU will be important for handling both the graphical and gameplay demands of the RE Engine.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is recommended for optimal performance by bypassing the integrated GPU.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Support for upscaling technologies like DLSS, FSR, and XeSS is highly anticipated to achieve better performance at higher resolutions, though not officially confirmed.
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Lighting, and Anti-Aliasing will likely be the most performance-intensive settings.
• Game Name: Resident Evil Requiem

• Upscaling Tech: Support for upscaling technologies like DLSS, FSR, and XeSS is highly anticipated to achieve better performance at higher resolutions, though not officially confirmed.
• Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Volumetric Lighting, and Anti-Aliasing will likely be the most performance-intensive settings.

• G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU is essential to handle the advanced graphical features, ray tracing, and maintain stable framerates.
• Cooling Thermals: The game's visually rich world and intense combat will require a laptop with a cutting-edge cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.
• C P U Power Limits: A powerful multi-core mobile CPU will be critical for handling the complex AI and physics-based combat.
• M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is a critical feature for reducing latency and ensuring the best possible performance in the game's real-time stealth and action sequences.

• G P U T G P: A higher Total Graphics Power (TGP) will be crucial for achieving stable framerates, especially at higher resolutions and settings.
• Cooling Thermals: Efficient cooling will be necessary to prevent thermal throttling during intense gameplay sessions.
• C P U Power Limits: A modern multi-core CPU will be important for handling both the graphical and gameplay demands of the RE Engine.
• M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is recommended for optimal performance by bypassing the integrated GPU.