Weapons in Resident Evil Requiem are divided into several categories: story‑found weapons, Supply Box purchasable weapons, and bonus/post‑game unlockable weapons that require Challenge Points (CP).
Leon and Grace have distinct arsenals reflecting their differing roles — Leon’s arsenal leans toward classic survival‑action firepower, while Grace relies more on limited weapons and tactical survival.
1. How to Buy and Upgrade Weapons
Upgrading weapons
Progress far enough in Leon’s campaign sections to encounter Supply Boxes. Weapon upgrades are done at these special terminals that appear only during Leon’s playable segments.
- Interact with a Supply Box whenever you find one. These terminals both let you buy weapons and upgrade them, so approach and select the “Upgrade” option when prompted.
- Select a weapon in your inventory that you want to improve. Only Leon’s weapons — not Grace’s — have the upgrade option at Supply Boxes.
- Spend credits to unlock the first set of upgrades. Credits come from selling unwanted loot, scavenging containers, and defeating enemies. Each weapon part (damage, rate of fire, ammo capacity, etc.) will have its own cost.
- Realize that early on, weapons can generally be upgraded to Level 2. This increases core stats like power, reload speed, and handling.
- Collect all 25 Mr. Raccoon figurines scattered across the game. Once you destroy all of them, you unlock the Advanced Tuning mechanic, which allows weapons to be upgraded up to Level 3 at the Supply Box.
2. Starting & In‑Story Weapons
Pistol
These weapons are acquired naturally during your first playthrough and are available without needing to spend CP or credits:
| Weapon | Type | Used By | How to Get/Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alligator Snapper | Handgun | Leon | Spawned as Leon’s starting weapon at the campaign start. |
| Requiem | Revolver | Leon & Grace | Unlocked by default during story progression; hand‑off between characters occurs in Care Centre. |
| B934 | Handgun | Grace | Found on the floor in the Dining Room of the Rhodes Hill Care Center (West Wing). |
| S&S M232 | Handgun | Grace | On the bar counter in the Bar & Lounge (second floor of Care Centre). |
| Makeshift Knife / Hunting Knife | Melee | Grace | Found scattered in early areas; used for close combat early on. |
| MSBG 500 | Shotgun | Leon | Found in the Attic of the Care Centre before the Chunk encounter. |
| Hand Grenades | Explosive | Leon | Dropped by the Chunk monster after defeat. |
| Classic 70 | Rifle | Leon | Picked up during a story sequence where Leon covers Grace’s escape. |
| Gal | SMG | Leon | Found in the Underground Parking Garage in East Raccoon City. |
| Marksman 1A (M1A) | Rifle | Leon | Inside a BSAA supply container on the main street in East Raccoon City. |
| W870 Police | Shotgun | Leon | On a shelf in Kendo’s Gun Shop in Raccoon City Centre. |
3. Supply Box Shop Weapons
Silencer 9
Supply Boxes appear during the Leon campaign and allow the purchase of higher‑tier gear using credits. Leon can sell unwanted weapons at a Supply Box to free up inventory space, then repurchase or upgrade later with credits.
| Weapon | Type | Used By | How to Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silencer 9 | Handgun | Leon | Buy from Supply Box for 9,000 credits. |
| 990‑TAC | Shotgun | Leon | Buy from Supply Box for 7,000 credits. |
| Stiri REVO3 A1 | SMG | Leon | Buy from Supply Box for 6,000 credits. |
4. Bonus/Post‑Game Unlockable Weapons
These weapons are unlocked in the Bonus Content/Special Content menu using Challenge Points (CP) earned by finishing tasks, challenges, or completing the game. Once purchased, they can appear in a Supply Box for use in New Game+ runs.
| Weapon | Type | Used By | CP Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matilda IMP | Burst handgun | Leon | 500 CP. |
| Ghost Grudge | Magnum | Leon | 1,000 CP. |
| Redemption | Assault rifle | Leon | 3,500 CP. |
| Clatter Carbine | Assault rifle | Leon | 6,000 CP. |
| Mortal Edge (Bonus) | Axe / Melee | Leon | 3,000 CP |
| RPG‑7 | Rocket launcher | Leon | 15,000 CP. |
| Freya’s Needle | SMG pistol | Grace | 4,000 CP. |
| Kotetsu Knife | Unbreakable knife | Grace | 5,000 CP |
5. Best Special Bonus Weapons
Shotgun
- Ghost Grudge and Redemption provide powerful alternative firepower for Leon with unique shooting styles.
- Freya’s Needle and Kotetsu Knife give Grace significant upgrades to her limited weapon pool early in New Game+ runs.
- The RPG‑7 is a high‑damage option ideal for bosses or elite enemies if you’ve earned enough CP.
6. Best Early-Game Weapons
Requiem
- Requiem is a high-powered revolver used by both Leon and Grace. It deals massive damage and is ideal for bosses or tougher enemies, but requires careful aim and ammo conservation.
- Alligator Snapper is Leon’s reliable starting handgun. It has moderate damage and accuracy, making it perfect for standard zombies and conserving ammo for bigger threats.
- MSBG 500 is a pump-action shotgun found in the Rhodes Hill Chronic Care Center attic. It excels at close-range crowd control, allowing you to stagger fast enemies and handle groups effectively.
