Topic / Subject
Capcom is asking fans not to share leaks or spoilers for “Resident Evil: Requiem” after reports that early copies are already “out in the wild” ahead of its Feb. 27 release.

TL;DR
If copies are floating early, spoilers are basically inevitable. Capcom’s already in takedown mode — so the next week is a full-on “mute keywords, dodge thumbnails” situation.

Key Details

• Per the official Resident Evil account, Capcom asked players not to post/share pre-release leaks and spoilers and said its legal team will keep issuing takedowns and deletion notices.
• IGN says it has seen a few copies “out in the wild” ahead of the Feb. 27 release date.
• TechRadar reports spoilers/footage have been circulating online following early physical copies leaking, and reiterates the Feb. 27 launch timing mentioned in its coverage.
• What’s unclear: how widespread the early-copy situation is (isolated slip vs. broader street-date break).

Breakdown
This is the classic “street date broke” panic cycle. Once physical copies start showing up early — even a small number — it only takes one person with a capture setup to turn the internet into a spoiler minefield.

Per the Resident Evil account’s statement, Capcom is basically making the “please don’t ruin it for everyone” ask while also letting people know the legal team is active with takedowns. That’s standard, but the tone usually signals a real concern: spoilers are already moving.

IGN’s claim that it has seen a few copies “out in the wild” is the flashing red light. If those copies are legit, then major story beats, bosses, and ending details can leak fast — and the algorithm will shove it into people’s faces whether they want it or not.

What We Know

• Capcom/Resident Evil publicly asked fans not to share pre-release spoilers and said takedowns are ongoing.
• IGN says early copies exist “out in the wild” ahead of Feb. 27.
• TechRadar reports that the request followed early physical leaks and that spoilers/footage have circulated.

What We Don’t Know

• Whether this is a small retail mistake or a bigger street-date break across multiple locations.
• How much of the game is already captured and spreading (early chapters vs. full story/ending).
• Whether Capcom changes anything about rollout timing beyond standard takedowns.

Is This Leak Credible?
What supports it:

• An official anti-spoiler message is usually a response to something real spreading.
• IGN stating it has seen copies “out in the wild” suggests it’s not just a random forum claim.

What weakens it:

• “A few copies” could still be isolated, and online chatter can inflate quickly.
• Without broader confirmation, it’s hard to judge scale (one store vs. multiple regions).

Confidence: Medium

What It Would Mean (Real-World)
Who should care:

• Anyone who plays Resident Evil for story reveals, twists, and set-piece surprises.
• Streamers/creators who don’t want accidental spoiler strikes or takedown trouble.

Practical impact:

• Expect heavier moderation, more takedowns, and more “thumbnail spoilers” floating around.
• If you’re spoiler-averse, the safest play is muting keywords and avoiding recommended feeds until launch.

Spoilers Now vs Wait
If you need something now:

• If you’re going digital anyway, you’re still waiting for the official unlock — use the time to lock down spoilers.

If you can wait:

• Waiting is basically “normal mode” here. The real advantage is avoiding the leak chaos until Feb. 27 hits.

What to Watch Next

• Whether major spoilers (ending/big twist) spread widely before Feb. 27
• Any retailer/account actions that hint the leak is broader than “a few copies”
• Preload/unlock details (if Capcom addresses timing or access changes)
• Platform enforcement waves (takedowns, reuploads, and spoiler tag crackdowns)

Sources
Resident Evil (RE_Games) — A message to the Resident Evil community
IGN — Resident Evil: Requiem has seen a few copies out in the wild… (post)
TechRadar — Capcom asks players not to share Resident Evil Requiem spoilers ahead of launch after early copies leaked…

Comment
Are you muting keywords until Feb. 27, or are you the type who doesn’t care about spoilers for Resident Evil?