Is Leon Too Cool for Real Horror?

Capcom’s decision to sideline Leon Kennedy in Resident Evil 9 Requiem has the fandom buzzing. Director Koshi Nakanishi claims Leon’s fearless swagger just doesn’t fit the ‘addictive fear’ vibe they’re aiming for. Instead, we get Grace Ashcroft—a more relatable, easily rattled protagonist. Does a less heroic lead make horror games scarier, or do we lose the thrill of playing as an icon? Would you rather face Raccoon City’s nightmares as a legend or an underdog? #ResidentEvil9 #GameDesign #HorrorGames #Games #VideoGames