Resident Evil 9 leak reveals the return of key characters, a new setting and plot details

A recent Resident Evil 9 leak hints at the return of popular characters, an eerie new setting and other plot details.

Earlier this year, Capcom confirmed that development was underway for the next mainline entry in the Resident Evil series, Resident Evil 9. Since this announcement, the developer has kept the details top secret, leaving fans eagerly awaiting new updates or teasers about the next games in the legendary horror franchise.

There have been several Resident Evil 9 rumors and leaks over the past few months, with some fans hoping that Capcom will release official Resident Evil 9 news soon. But for now, it looks like some new leaks have given us a taste of what might be in store.

Resident Evil 9 rumor reveals familiar faces and a haunting new setting

The latest Resident Evil 9 rumor comes from Biohazard Declassified, who has had credible inside information about the franchise in the past. The information shared by YouTuber Residence of Evil was allegedly leaked by a play tester who claims the game is being featured popular characters such as Jill Valentine and Leon S. Kennedy as protagonists.

Chris Redfield and Barry Burton are also rumored to be returning as supporting characters. While this information is still unconfirmed, it’s exciting for fans who were hoping to see these legendary heroes back in action. However, as always with rumors, this information should be taken with caution.

“Jill will be dressed more tactically, similar to her outfit in Resident Evil 5: Lost in Nightmares, while Leon will look similar to her outfit in Resident Evil: Damnation,” the YouTuber revealed. “Jill will still look the same as she did in Resident Evil: Death Island, while Leon will look much older with an unshaven face and slightly longer hair.”

The leaked details suggest that Resident Evil 9 takes place four years after Resident Evil: Village and focuses on Jill and Leon as they investigate an island linked to Eveline’s origins. According to reports, the island setting will include locations such as an abandoned hospital, dark forests, caves, abandoned houses, a laboratory and even a temple, all ready for survival horror exploration.

“The main enemy of the game will be a evolved zombiewho lives on the island. You can walk and use a variety of Melee weapons How Knives and axeswhich sounds very similar to Ganados in Resident Evil 4.”

Additionally, there will apparently be a stalker enemy for Leon and a monstrous “goat man” who is after Jill. The plot points to the return of Blue umbrella as a “good company”. To make the drama worse, both Jill and Leon are rumored to be infected with the megamycete, causing them to hallucinate and hear Eveline’s voice during the game.

The supporting characters Chris and Barry are supposed to provide guidance through radio calls and even point out the involvement of Rosemary Winters, Ethan’s daughter. Finally, the leak teases the game’s main villain, Mr. Simon, who oversees the island’s bioweapons production.

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With play testing reportedly taking place in April and September, these leaks paint a frightening picture of what Resident Evil 9 could bring, although only time will tell if these will come to fruition.