Capcom's resident evil requiem teasing mercenaries mode? leaked tracks hint at arcade-style return

Resident Evil Requiem fans are abuzz after an alleged datamine leak revealed tense new music tracks that could signal the return of the franchise's classic arcade mode, The Mercenaries.

Leaked tunes suggest arcade action

The mysterious update, set to launch next month, has been shrouded in speculation since its announcement. Now, user @MasyaSYRKOV claims to have unearthed previously unheard tunes while digging through the game's files.

The 10 tracks shared don't seem to follow any specific naming convention, but a few key details have players convinced it could be our first taste of a new Mercenaries mode for the ninth mainline entry.

Tracks 7 and 9, in particular, lean into high-octane sounds reminiscent of the fast-paced action The Mercenaries is known for. Meanwhile, Tracks 3 and 4 are backed by a constant ticking noise, hinting at the time-based events the mode frequently incorporates.

For context, Mercenaries is a staple arcade mode that pits players in arenas for an adrenaline-fueled shooting gallery, often with time limits, special abilities, and varied playable characters.

Capcom confirmed a series of post-launch additions in March, with plans to roll them out in the coming months. A