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Resident Evil 2 director Hideki Kamiya has revealed the protagonist Leon Kennedy was named after Jean Reno's character in the 1994 film 'Léon: The Professional'. The character's latest appearance is in 'Resident Evil Requiem', which has become the fastest-selling game in the series for Capcom. New content for the game, including a story DLC and a minigame, is in development.
Facts First
- Leon Kennedy's name originated from the film 'Léon: The Professional', as revealed by director Hideki Kamiya.
- 'Resident Evil Requiem' is the fastest-selling game in the Resident Evil series for publisher Capcom.
- New content for 'Resident Evil Requiem' is in development, including a story DLC and a minigame expected in May.
- The film connection extends to a game handgun named 'Matilda', though Kamiya stated he did not personally choose that name.
- Leon Kennedy is in his early 50s in the latest game, 'Resident Evil Requiem'.
What Happened
Resident Evil 2 director Hideki Kamiya shared on social media that he proposed the name 'Leon' for the game's protagonist during development, suggesting it be taken from the 1994 film 'Léon: The Professional'. Series creator Shinji Mikami agreed to the name. The film also featured the feature film debut of Natalie Portman as 12-year-old Mathilda. In the Resident Evil games, a handgun is named Matilda, though Kamiya stated he did not personally name it. The character Leon Kennedy's latest appearance is in 'Resident Evil Requiem', where he is in his early 50s. Capcom has announced that 'Resident Evil Requiem' is the fastest-selling game in the Resident Evil series.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of the Resident Evil series, this revelation provides a direct link between a beloved character and a classic film. The commercial success of 'Resident Evil Requiem' likely signals strong continued support from Capcom, which could mean more resources for future games and DLC. The confirmed development of new story DLC and a minigame suggests your experience with the latest title may be expanded upon in the near future.
What's Next
A story DLC (Downloadable Content) for 'Resident Evil Requiem' is currently in development. A new minigame for 'Resident Evil Requiem' is expected to be released in May.