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Resident Evil Requiem Icon Update Confirms Leon, Ahead of Expected TGA Reveal
Accidental Reveal Confirms Leon’s Appearance
Leon S. Kennedy’s involvement in Resident Evil Requiem has finally been confirmed, although not through any formal announcement from Capcom.
After months of speculation and leaked social posts hinting at his return, confirmation came from an unexpected source. Players who preordered the game on PlayStation found a new dashboard icon that prominently features Leon standing behind the newly introduced protagonist, Grace Ashcroft.
The image quickly spread across social platforms and community forums, with users in multiple regions reporting the same icon. The artwork’s consistency effectively ruled out edited images or regional mockups, leading most fans to view the discovery as a genuine early reveal.
PlayStation has made similar errors in the past, most notably the premature leak of Jill Valentine’s redesigned appearance for the Resident Evil 3 Remake. The situation closely mirrors that incident, adding further weight to the authenticity of the Requiem icon update.
Leon’s Design Matches RE4 Remake With Age Progression
Although Capcom has not issued a comment, the leaked icon’s design of Leon closely resembles his appearance in Resident Evil 4 Remake, with noticeable signs of age. This visual update aligns with the current timeline and suggests that Resident Evil Requiem intends to build directly on the modern reinterpretation of the character rather than reimagine him.
The artwork continues Capcom’s recent trend of maintaining design continuity across titles while reflecting character growth. For long-time fans, it also signals that Leon’s narrative arc is likely continuing from the events of previous remakes rather than returning to an earlier depiction.
A short clip circulating on X shows the dashboard icon change in real time, adding additional credibility to the leak:
Fans Expect Official Reveal at The Game Awards 2025
The timing of the leak has intensified speculation that Capcom is preparing to showcase Leon formally during The Game Awards 2025. Industry insiders have hinted for months that the company plans to use the global stage to highlight Requiem’s expanded cast. With the icon update now public, expectations are high that the event will feature a new trailer or character spotlight.
Capcom previously confirmed that Resident Evil Requiem will launch on February 25, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Leon’s unofficial confirmation adds significant momentum to the lead-up, setting the stage for a likely full reveal before the year ends.
