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Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Resident Evil Requiem a sequel to RE Outbreak? Possible connection explained
(Image via CAPCOM) With Resident Evil Requiem announced as the ninth mainline title and set to release on February 27, 2026, fans are already deep into theory mode. One of the hottest questions? Whether Requiem is secretly, or not so secretly, a continuation of the Resident Evil Outbreak storyline. Let's break it down. No recycled fan theories. Just the facts, the clues, and what might be Capcom's boldest narrative move yet. A New Hero, But a Familiar Name The lead in Resident Evil Requiem is Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst investigating a mysterious death at Wrenwood Hotel. But what instantly raised eyebrows in the fanbase was her last name: Ashcroft. That's not just any surname in the RE universe. Long-time fans may remember Alyssa Ashcroft, one of the core playable characters in Resident Evil Outbreak and its follow-up File #2 . Alyssa wasn't a trained soldier or a BSAA agent. She was a journalist - headstrong, relentless, and constantly digging into Umbrella's dirty secrets. Now, in Requiem , we find out Alyssa died eight years ago at that same hotel Grace is heading to. Coincidence? Definitely not. 8 CONFIRMED Details That Has Me Excited About Resident Evil Requiem! Wrenwood Hotel: A Crime Scene or an Umbrella Cover-up? The central setting of Requiem might be more than just a spooky location. Considering Umbrella's long history of turning ordinary buildings into bioweapon testing sites, Wrenwood could very well have been one of Alyssa's final investigations. If she died while chasing a lead, possibly tied to leftover Umbrella operations or hidden viral experiments, it's likely that Requiem is picking up where Outbreak left off: mid-conspiracy. And with Grace now walking the same halls her mother died in, this could be Capcom's way of handing the torch to the next generation. Outbreak Characters: More Than Just Easter Eggs? So far, only Alyssa Ashcroft has been confirmed through her connection to Grace. But if Capcom has canonized her role, what's stopping them from reintroducing others from Outbreak ? Kevin Ryman, Yoko Suzuki, and Mark Wilkins could be alive, in hiding, or have left behind critical documents or recordings that help Grace connect the dots. Even subtle callbacks, like newspaper clippings or infected survivors referencing the Outbreak days, would further solidify this link. BACK TO RACCOON CITY! | Resident Evil Requiem Trailer Raccoon City Is Back. And So Is Its Fallout. Another big reveal? Resident Evil Requiem will revisit Raccoon City, yes, the Raccoon City, ground zero for everything Umbrella. While Outbreak gave us a gritty, side-street view of the city's collapse, Requiem seems set to revisit those ruins years after the government's infamous missile strike. Could Grace uncover forgotten clues from Outbreak 's chaos? Maybe even files left behind by Alyssa? If Requiem digs into past locations with fresh tech and a new perspective, it's not just a sequel; it's a rediscovery. Final Word: Not Just Nostalgia, But Legacy Let's be real. Capcom knows fans love continuity, but Requiem doesn't just seem like a nostalgia trip. It's shaping up to be a legacy story, tying a cult classic like Outbreak into the central Resident Evil timeline. If Grace's story is about finishing what Alyssa started, then Resident Evil Requiem is not just connected—it might be the long-awaited narrative payoff Outbreak never got. We'll know more when it launches, but signs point to one thing: Requiem may finally give Outbreak the closure it deserves.
Time Out
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Outbreak Festival 2025 in Victoria Park: set times, full lineup, tickets and everything you need to know
Last weekend (June 6-8), LIDO Festival made its debut in Victoria Park. Gig-goers enjoyed sets from Massive Attack, Jamie XX and Nia Archives as they welcomed the brand new event. This weekend (June 13-15) is set to be even bigger, as LIDO welcomes Charli XCX, London Grammar, and an entire sub-festival appropriately called 'Outbreak'. Outbreak Festival was born in Manchester in 2011, and, according to LIDO's organisers, 'has built a major platform to the UK's consistently thriving counterculture'. This year, it's making its way down to the capital and bringing with it a 'diverse and eclectic' host of underground bands and artists. This Friday, for one day only, Londoners will have the chance to experience Outbreak without getting a train up north. Here's everything you need to know about Outbreak at LIDO this weekend. When and where is Outbreak at LIDO Festival? Outbreak will be taking place in Victoria Park on Friday, June 13, ahead of the rest of LIDO's sets on Saturday and Sunday. It will take place in Victoria Park, in the same place and same stages as the wider LIDO fest. Timings Doors will open at 2.30pm, or 2pm if you have an advanced entry ticket. Headliners Alex G and Turnstile will take to the main stage at 7.35pm and 9.25 respectively. What's the full Outbreak LIDO lineup and set times? You can find the rest of the stage splits for the day below: Main Stage Mudi Sama: 2.35pm - 2.55pm Momma: 3.20pm - 3.50pm Fleshwater: 4.20pm - 4.50pm Julie: 5.20pm - 5.50pm Danny Brown: 6.20pm - 6.55pm Alex G: 7.35pm – 8.35pm Turnstile: 9.25pm – 10.55pm Stage 2 Kumo 99: 2.35pm – 3pm Drug Church: 3.30 – 4.05pm Speed: 4.35pm – 5.10pm Superheaven: 5.40pm – 6.10pm Glassjaw: 6.45pm – 7.30pm Knocked Loose: 8.15pm – 9.15pm Stage 3 They Are Gutting a Body of Water: 3.40pm – 4.10pm feeble little horse: 4.40pm – 5.10pm Jane Remover: 5.40pm – 6.10pm Model/Actriz: 6.40pm – 7.25pm Have A Nice Life: 8.15pm – 9.15pm Sunny Day Real Estate: 8.15pm – 9.15pm Festival map The festival map will be the same as the one for the rest of LIDO – you can have a look at it here. How to get to LIDO festival If you're travelling by tube, the best stations to get off at are Mile End (District, Central and Hammersmith and City lines) and Bethnal Green (Central line), both of which are within walking distance of Viccy Park. Just be aware that there are no night services on the Hammersmith and City or District lines. By bus, you can get any of the 8, 277, 309, 339, 388, D3 and D6 services, because they all have stops nearby the venue. If you are using public transportation, make sure to check before you travel, and have a look here for this weekend's disruptions. Are there any tickets left for Outbreak at LIDO Festival 2025? Yes, there are still tickets left for Outbreak, and you can buy them on the official LIDO website here. Day passes begin at £85.55. What's the weather looking like? The weather forecast is currently alright, although it could be better. There is a yellow warning for thunderstorms for Greater London starting from 3pm, but temperatures are looking like they'll be hitting mid-to-high twenties, so bring a light rain jacket to cover all bases. We also recommend you up to date with the latest weather forecasts before you leave for the event tomorrow. Afterparties If all of that somehow isn't enough, you can keep the party going at the Colour Factory, where DJs such as Kumo 99 and LustSickPuppy will be playing. You can grab your tickets for £13 here.
Khaleej Times
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Capcom confirms 'Resident Evil 9' for February 2026
After nearly two years of radio silence from one of gaming's most iconic horror franchises, Capcom has finally lifted the veil on Resident Evil 9, officially titled Resident Evil Requiem. Set to launch on February 27, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, this new chapter in the long-running survival horror saga promises a chilling return to the series' roots—with a few major surprises along the way. The reveal trailer for Resident Evil Requiem opens in classic RE fashion: eerie music, flashing lights, and a murder mystery. Players are introduced to Grace Ashcroft, an FBI agent and the daughter of Alyssa Ashcroft, the investigative reporter from Resident Evil: Outbreak. Grace is called in to investigate a grisly scene at the very hotel where her mother met her end. Things quickly spiral into the bizarre, as a mysterious illness begins claiming lives and grotesque creatures emerge from the shadows. But the biggest shock? A brief shot confirms that players will revisit the ruins of Raccoon City, the ground zero of the Resident Evil outbreak mythos. The iconic Raccoon City Police Department (RPD) even makes a fleeting appearance, sure to stir nostalgia among longtime fans. Despite these tantalising teases, Capcom is keeping major story and gameplay details under wraps—for now. Gameplay specifics are still a mystery. Persistent rumours suggest Resident Evil 9 may adopt an open-world structure, a significant evolution for the series. However, Capcom hasn't confirmed whether the game will be open-world, linear, or somewhere in between. It's also unclear if the game will continue with the first-person perspective used in Resident Evil 7 and Village, or revert to the third-person camera seen in Resident Evil 2 Remake and Resident Evil 4 Remake. Given the cinematic presentation of the trailer, third-person seems more likely—but nothing is off the table. What is confirmed is that Resident Evil Requiem will be playable at Gamescom 2025, with Opening Night Live scheduled for August 19. That event will likely provide a deeper dive into the gameplay systems, tone, and structure of the game. According to industry chatter, Resident Evil 9 is poised to kick off a three-year streak of annual Resident Evil releases. If true, this could mean new entries, remakes, or spin-offs in 2027 and 2028. Capcom seems ready to reignite its flagship horror series in a big way, and Requiem looks to be the catalyst. For now, the wait for February 27, 2026 begins—and with it, the speculation, excitement, and dread that only a Resident Evil title can deliver.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Bug Mass Outbreak Event guide- Start time, rewards, and more
As May draws to a close, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet trainers are in for a busy and buggy weekend. From May 30 at 5 PM PT to June 1 at 4:59 PM PT, a special Bug-type Mass Outbreak Event is set to take over the regions of Paldea, Kitakami, and the Blueberry Academy's Terarium. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Centered around silk-spinnings, this event not only presents a top chance at Shiny hunting but also a celebration of some of the franchise's less-celebrated Pokémon types. Creepy Collectibles: What to Expect Mass Outbreaks are old hat for Scarlet and Violet players, providing rare Pokémon in abundance all over the map. This weekend's event, however, focuses on a "silken" theme bringing Tarountula to Paldea, Spinarak to Kitakami, and Venonat to the Terarium. These web-slinging, silk-based Pokémon will spawn at double the rate, rendering them perfect catches for players trying to finish filling up their Pokédex or nabbing highly sought-after Shiny forms. With increased Shiny rates during the event, trainers have a much higher opportunity of encountering those elusive color-swapped variants. New Limited Time SHINY Events in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Double the Challenge If silk is not your style, don't fret—this weekend is not strictly for Bug enthusiasts. Parallel to the Mass Outbreak is a returning Seven-Star Tera Raid starring Garchomp the Unrivaled. This powerful Ground Tera-type adds an additional level of challenge and reward, providing competitive trainers with a worthy opponent. Whether you're playing for the rush or the high-IV beast, this double event weekend has something for every type of trainer. Tips and Tricks For those not familiar with Mass Outbreak mechanics, here's the brief summary: the more Pokémon you knock out or catch per mass outbreak, the better your chances of seeing a Shiny. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Add that in with Sparkling Sandwich boosts and natural event bonuses, and the odds can rise to around 1 in 512—a significant departure from the typical base rate. Targeting Venonat, Spinarak, or Tarountula with this strategy in their respective area might have astounding yield both in terms of quantity and quality. LIMITED TIME! SHINY Bug MASS OUTBREAK Event for Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Mystery Gift: Porygon2 on the Horizon Even after the weekend ends, players still have a reason to sign in soon. As a prize following the South Korea Pokémon Trainers Cup Finals on June 7–8, Game Freak will hand out a Mystery Gift code for Porygon2. While this isn't tied to the Bug Outbreak, it shows how Game Freak keeps adding new content and giving out rewards. Whatever your motive ,the Shiny hunt, the competitive battle, or simply to witness hordes of silk-spinning Pokémon in play – this Bug-type Mass Outbreak Event of this weekend is one you don't want to miss. So grab your Poké Balls, stock your sandwiches, and be set to spin your own web of success in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
Glasgow Times
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Plea to save Glasgow festival amid ticket sales struggle
Wasteland Festival, which was scheduled to take place between Friday and Sunday, June 6 and 8, 2025, was advertised as a vibrant event hosted across several Glasgow venues. But, organisers today announced on Instagram that the celebration may no longer go ahead because of a lack of interest. In an emotional statement, the officials said: "We have really been struggling with ticket sales, even after putting in a crazy amount of time, effort and a whole lot of money into both digital and physical marketing for the event, we're still sitting at less than 80 tickets sold for the event since October 18, when the tickets went live. "It's extremely heartbreaking (and pretty embarrassing) to be where we are for this, after having the whole backlash from the venue change, it just seems this first edition is cursed from the get-go." The note went on to say that if the festival were to go ahead now, the people behind it would be "financially destroyed". It also stated that tickets will be available to buy for 24 hours, for those who wish to participate. Wastelands would offer a selection of gigs, club spaces, locally-based craft vendors and more. For more information, visit here. READ NEXT: Glasgow's Barras psychic who gives readings with cards pays tribute to venue Supporters of the event were devastated in the comment section. One person said: "I'm gutted for you guys, I have been buzzing for it since Xmas. Fingers crossed for you all." Another added: "This is sad! I actually really fancied going to this but I had already bought a ticket to Primavera at the time and then Outbreak the week after. Is it maybe the time of year?" A third commented: "That's a shame. I thought your posters and sales pitches looked good, but for me, the hardcore/heavy bands were not quite high enough calibre when we have the Unrest guys getting world-class acts into the city and the other genres not hugely my thing."
