Capcom appears to be skipping a classic Resident Evil Requiem collector’s edition, opting instead for separate premium merchandise and a Steelbook Deluxe Edition with bonus content.
Why Resident Evil Requiem Likely Won’t Get a Traditional Collector’s Edition — Explained
Fans of Capcom’s next survival horror entry, Resident Evil Requiem, may be surprised to learn that the game probably won’t receive a traditional collector’s edition — at least not in the classic sense that includes statues, artbooks, and bundled physical collectibles. Instead, Capcom appears to be splitting up collectible items and offering them separately from the base game release.
The Collector’s Edition Situation
Unlike many recent big-budget games — including other Resident Evil titles — Requiem doesn’t seem to have a full collector’s edition box set planned. According to multiple retail listings and coverage of Requiem’s pre-order offerings, Capcom is instead selling premium standalone statues and advanced physical goods separate from the main game editions.
For example, licensed Leon Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft statues will be available as individual collectible purchases rather than being bundled together with the game itself. Meanwhile, the game does offer a Deluxe Steelbook Edition that includes digital content, cosmetic bonuses, and a limited lenticular card, but still stops short of a full collector’s set with statues or hardcover extras.
A worthy duo to face the terrors.
Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy 1/6 scale statues coming in fall 2026.
More details later this year. pic.twitter.com/Rf56oKs6eq
— Capcom Europe (@CapcomEurope) January 15, 2026
Why This Approach May Have Been Chosen
There are a few practical reasons Capcom may have made this decision:
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Production and Distribution Costs: Full collector’s editions with high-end physical items (statues, artbooks, exclusive packaging) cost significantly more to produce and can complicate international distribution. Splitting collectibles into standalone products allows fans to choose what they want without forcing everyone to pay for a premium bundle.
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Logistical and Legal Complexities: Some reports — including unverified online claims — suggest that export, import, or material regulations may affect physical production, potentially influencing companies to scale back large bundled editions rather than risk supply issues.
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Retail Strategy: Focusing on a Steelbook edition and optional physical merch lets Capcom offer something collectible for fans without committing to the sizable manufacturing and retail costs associated with full collector’s editions. It also gives retailers simpler inventory options.
What Is Available Instead
Although the traditional collector’s edition may not be happening, Requiem still has a few notable premium offerings for fans:
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Deluxe Edition / Steelbook Edition: Includes digital bonuses like costumes, weapon skins, audio packs, and a physical Steelbook case plus a special lenticular card.
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Standalone Statues: Collector-quality figures featuring protagonists Grace and Leon — sold separately rather than bundled.
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Additional Merch: Other licensed items, such as limited-edition watches tied into the game’s themes, are also launching alongside Requiem.
This flexible strategy lets Capcom cater to both casual players and completionists while avoiding the risks and costs of a traditional, expensive collector’s edition package.