The game director of Resident Evil Requiem did not want to give a sense of "easy" victories when playing as Leon.

Resident Evil Requiem Receives Adult ESRB Rating: Blood, Dismemberment, and In-Game Store

Resident Evil Requiem received an ESRB rating of "M" a month before release, confirming its status as a game for mature audiences. The rating description mentions chainsaws, intense violence, and frightening locations, promising a balance between action and survival. The rating also notes in-game purchases, which could hint at future DLC, possibly related to the character Alyssa Ashcroft.