Resident Evil Requiem sweeps sales and is already the best-selling game of 2026 in the United States

The new Resident Evil leads the US market according to the latest data.

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Capcom is once again showcasing the strength of one of its most important franchises. According to data shared by Mat Piscatella, an analyst at Circana, Resident Evil Requiem has officially become the best-selling game in the United States so far in 2026.

The title has managed to position itself above other recent major releases, consolidating a very powerful debut for Capcom’s horror franchise.

Resident Evil Requiem leads 2026 sales in the United States

• Although exact sales figures have not been released, the report confirms that Resident Evil Requiem currently holds the top spot in the US market in terms of revenue and cumulative sales for the year.

The game arrived with huge expectations and quickly became one of the most talked-about releases of 2026, something that is now also reflected in sales.

Part of the success seems to be related to:

• The return to the most intense horror in the franchise
• Its strong presence on social media and streaming platforms
• Capcom’s commercial momentum after several solid years
• The interest generated from its first trailers and demos

Additionally, Capcom continues to experience one of the best moments in its recent history, chaining commercial and critical successes with several of its main franchises.

With this start, Resident Evil Requiem is already positioning itself as one of the strongest candidates to dominate a significant part of 2026 within the industry.