Capcom just shadow-dropped one of the most exciting free updates for Resident Evil Requiem, and the gaming community is buzzing. The latest patch, version 1.300 (complete version 1.300.000), is now live and adds the brand-new “Leon Must Die Forever” mode completely free of charge. If you’ve been searching for Leon Must Die Forever, you’re in the right place — here’s everything you need to know about how to unlock it, what it offers, and why fans are already obsessed.
What Is Leon Must Die Forever?
Leon Must Die Forever is a roguelike spin on the main Resident Evil Requiem campaign, featuring branching paths, no cutscenes, and brutal permadeath mechanics. Think of it as a supercharged action gauntlet built entirely for replayability and speed.
The mode puts you in the shoes of Leon S. Kennedy as he battles through familiar areas from the main game — all with stronger enemy variants, five increasingly difficult ranks, and a relentless race against the clock. Players fill an enhancement gauge by defeating enemies to unlock exclusive “enhancer abilities,” and since the order of areas and ability options change with every run, no two playthroughs are ever the same.
In short, if you loved the hard-hitting combat energy of Leon’s story sections in Resident Evil Requiem, this mode cranks that up to eleven.
How to Unlock and Access Leon Must Die Forever
Getting into the mode is straightforward, but there are a couple of requirements:
Step 1: Complete the main story of Resident Evil Requiem. Step 2: Update your game to version 1.300.000 (the update is approximately 2.1 GB on PS5). Step 3: Go to the Main Menu and select the “Extra Games” option. Step 4: Click “Leon Must Die Forever” to begin.
What Makes This Mode Unique?
Roguelike Structure with Permadeath
The mode tasks players with fighting through 20 levels of increasing difficulty, featuring random enemy spawns, randomized weapons, and permadeath — culminating in a high-stakes boss battle with Victor. Die once, and it’s back to the very beginning. That’s the challenge, and that’s the thrill.
Exclusive Enhancer Abilities
Unlike the main campaign, Leon Must Die Forever introduces exclusive enhancer abilities not available anywhere else in the game. These power-ups can be game-changers — but you have to earn them mid-run by defeating enemies and filling your enhancement gauge.
Replayability Built In
The order and progression of each area, as well as the options for Leon’s enhancer abilities, differ among every single run. Combined with randomized enemy placements and weapons, every attempt feels genuinely fresh and unpredictable.
Use Your Completion Points
Players can redeem points earned during the main story to unlock new items within the mode. There are also 11 brand-new challenges to complete, each rewarding additional challenge points.
Multiple Difficulty Levels
Multiple difficulty levels are available, ranging from standard options all the way up to an extreme high-difficulty mode designed only for the most seasoned players. Casual survivors need not apply.
Is It Similar to Ethan Must Die from RE7?
Yes — and that’s high praise. The mode draws direct comparison to the iconic Ethan Must Die mode from Resident Evil 7, where players navigate a brutal dungeon-style series of rooms and fight waves of enemies under punishing conditions. Veteran RE players who conquered that challenge will feel right at home here — and equally humbled by the difficulty.
Is It Free?
Absolutely. Leon Must Die Forever is a completely free addition to Resident Evil Requiem across all supported platforms. There is no paywall, no microtransaction, no battle pass — just download update 1.300 and play.
What Platforms Support Leon Must Die Forever?
Resident Evil Requiem — and the Leon Must Die Forever update — is available right now on:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
- Nintendo Switch 2
- PC via Steam
- PC via Epic Games Store
- GeForce NOW
What Else Came with Update 1.300?
Beyond the new mode, update 1.300 also brings various bug fixes across all platforms, improving the overall stability of the game.
On the merchandise side, all-new Leon Must Die Forever branded apparel — including t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies — is now available on Amazon for fans who want to rep the mode in style.
And for collectors, the first-ever Resident Evil amiibo figures are set to release on July 30, featuring the two main characters from Resident Evil Requiem: Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy.
Is More DLC Coming?
Yes. It’s important to note that Leon Must Die Forever is not the main Resident Evil Requiem story expansion DLC, which is still currently in development. A confirmed release window for the post-game story content has not yet been announced, so fans will need to stay tuned for future updates from Capcom.
Final Verdict
Leon Must Die Forever is a genuinely exciting and completely free addition to Resident Evil Requiem. It gives players a high-octane reason to jump back in after the credits roll, packed with roguelike randomization, permadeath tension, exclusive abilities, and serious replay value. Capcom shadow-dropping this update without any prior announcement only adds to the hype.
If you haven’t yet completed the main campaign, now is the perfect time to push through — Leon still has work to do, and so do you.