Resident Evil Requiem has a surprising RE7 connection that's nearly impossible to find.

This article was updated by Andrea Trama on March 20, 2026 with reference to the “Clangers” TV show mentioned on Grace Ashcroft's computer. First published March 10.

Resident Evil Requiem includes nods to the following events: resident evil 7But there's a good chance you didn't notice it while playing. Resident Evil Requiem In many ways, this is a love letter to the other person. resident evil The entire franchise – this is how we celebrate our 30th anniversary. It's mainly a tribute. resident evil 2Especially in 2019 resident evil 2 Although it was a remake, it also gave nods to various other games in the franchise.

Resident Evil Requiem It famously saw Leon S. Kennedy return to Raccoon City, and he even visited the remains of the Raccoon City Police Department. Leon's Trial resident evil 4 Also referenced in . Resident Evil RequiemLike the chainsaw-wielding enemies and various single lines thrown by Kennedy. Requiem's villains. Lots of classics resident evil Game References Requiem It's pretty obvious but one RE7 Easter eggs are very difficult to find.

Grace looking at the screen of Resident Evil Requiem.

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Resident Evil Requiem has some clever Easter eggs that reference RE1 and RE0.

Resident Evil Requiem players discover a quirky Easter egg referencing RE1 and RE0 that's very easy to miss.

Grace's Notebook references the events of Resident Evil 7

In fact, the only way we know about this is because Reddit user KnyH_82 used the freecam tool on the PC version of the game to get a closer look at Grace's laptop in one of the game's early cutscenes. flashback at the beginning Resident Evil Requiem Our new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, is sitting in a hotel with her mother, typing on her laptop. We only get a brief glimpse of the laptop's screen in the cutscene, but Reddit user KnyH_82 was able to use the FreeCam tool to show us exactly what's on that screen.

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A closer look at Grace's laptop, shared by Reddit user GMAERS_07, shows that Grace is on Reddit (or a fake one). resident evil Same as Universe Reddit) and look at threads discussing the event. resident evil 7. Commenters discuss various characters who have died. resident evil 7 And they theorize that it may have something to do with the “giant black monster” seen in the area. This thread in particular discusses the Baker family themselves and what could have happened to them. In the thread major spoilers for resident evil 7So read this only if you've completed that game.

A Closer Look at Grace's Notebook in Resident Evil Requiem

On the side of the screen, you can see other threads on Grace's laptop. These include conspiracy theories that the government is conducting experiments on children, alien rats living on a moon-like planet, and more.Clanger,' There are people who ask if there are still infected people in the world and people who do not believe in BSAA (an organization in space that fights biological and organic weapons).

The Clangers reference is an in-depth reference to a television show for children that aired in the UK between 1969 and 1974 and was later re-aired on the BBC between 2015 and 2020 with Monty Python's Michael Palin as the narrator. The series followed the story of a family of pink rat-like creatures living in space.

This is a fascinating detail, especially since it's not visible by default in-game. Maybe Capcom expected that. Resident Evil Requiem PC players use things like freecam tools to get a better look at the game, and we leave things like this out for them to discover. Whatever the case, Grace's Internet habits are also reflected in her character's choices in the film. Requiem.

According to Grace's Reddit habits, she was potentially considering pursuing a career similar to her mother, Alyssa Ashcroft. For the uninitiated, Alyssa is a journalist, so it's only natural that Grace would want to follow in her mother's footsteps. But perhaps it's because of Grace's experience mentioned earlier. Requiem In a flashback to the laptop cutscene, she eventually decides to seek out law enforcement and becomes an FBI agent.

Grace is currently an FBI agent in charge of the case. Resident Evil RequiemBut she still lacks experience when it comes to surviving biohazard events. This is highlighted in Grace's section. Resident Evil Requiem It's slower and scarier than the much more action-packed Leon. Players are also encouraged to play Grace's section. Resident Evil Requiem In the first person, this is another way she connects to the following. resident evil 7.