Resident Evil Requiem's Massive File Size Hints at Epic Campaign Length

The wait for Resident Evil Requiem is almost over, and new details about the game's file size have emerged that suggest Capcom is delivering their most ambitious entry yet. According to PlayStation Game Size, the PS5 version of RE9 will require a hefty 72.88 GB download, making it the largest installment in the franchise's history.

This substantial file size immediately puts Resident Evil Requiem in rare company among PS5 titles. While many modern games easily exceed 100 GB—with several Call of Duty entries and Gran Turismo 7 pushing those boundaries—RE9's 72.88 GB footprint represents a significant leap for the survival horror series.

To put this in perspective, the 2023 Resident Evil 4 remake launched at around 58 GB, expanding to 70 GB with its Separate Ways DLC. The 2021 Resident Evil Village, which some players criticized for feeling too brief, was a mere 27.3 GB on PS4/PS5. This dramatic increase in RE9's file size suggests Capcom is packing considerably more content into this latest entry.

For PS5 owners, the timing is particularly relevant. With the February 27th release date approaching, Sony console owners can begin pre-loading the game on February 25th. The midnight release on February 27th will likely roll out across different time zones, giving players around the world simultaneous access to the game.

The massive file size raises interesting questions about what exactly Capcom has included. The campaign structure offers one clue—players will guide both Grace Ashcroft and Leon Kennedy through the story, with some previews suggesting a 15-hour completion time. However, insider Dusk Golem believes the actual playtime could be closer to the 16-20 hour range of the RE4 remake, depending on player skill and difficulty settings.

Visual fidelity appears to be another major contributor to the file size. While ray tracing remains an option as it was in previous entries, trailers showcase even higher-quality 4K textures than before. This visual upgrade comes at a cost in storage space, though interestingly, the Switch 2 port requires only 29.2 GB—suggesting Capcom has compressed assets more aggressively for Nintendo's handheld console.

For Xbox Series X and Steam players, pre-load times haven't been officially announced yet. However, given the cross-platform nature of modern game development, it's reasonable to expect similar installation sizes across all platforms when RE9 launches on February 27th.

The file size revelation has sparked discussion among fans about what this means for gameplay. Unlike live-service games that regularly receive new content and updates, survival horror titles typically don't require massive storage allocations. RE9's size suggests Capcom is delivering a complete, feature-rich experience from day one—though some players may need to make room by deleting other favorites from their SSD.

As the February 27th release date approaches, Resident Evil Requiem appears poised to set new standards for the series in terms of both scope and technical ambition. Whether the massive file size translates to proportionally epic gameplay remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Capcom isn't holding back for this latest entry in their legendary horror franchise.