Leon Must Die Forever DLC adds free roguelike mode to Resident Evil Requiem

13 articles · Updated · Polygon · May 8

Unlocked after finishing the game, the mode puts Leon Kennedy on nine maps, including four boss arenas, with a timed run ending in a fight against Victor.
Players start on Main Street, choose routes through campaign locations via fixed red doors, gather weapons and ammo, and earn random enhancers after scoring 100 points.
Death ends a run and wipes upgrades and guns, while tougher areas offer stronger enemies and rarer weapons, including drops from rare zombies and mini-bosses such as the chef and singers.

Is Resident Evil's new roguelike a brilliant challenge or a frustrating departure from what fans truly wanted?

Is this free DLC a simple gift, or a strategic move to build hype for the major 2026 story expansion?