How to Play Resident Evil 9 Requiem on Any PC or Mac
Resident Evil Requiem is coming out on February 27, 2026, and like most recent AAA games, it requires powerful hardware. But what if you don't have a gaming PC? With Shadow PC, you can play Resident Evil 9 on any computer, MacBook, old laptop, or classic desktop, without changing your hardware.
Play Resident Evil 9 on any computer with Shadow PC
Shadow PC is a high-performance Windows gaming PC in the cloud. That means: No graphics card required, no hardware upgrades, no compatibility issues. Just install Resident Evil Requiem from Steam or the Epic Games Store directly into your Shadow. Your device only streams the game: all the power is off-site.
AMD EPYC CPU, 8 cores (2.6 GHz); 12 GB RAM; NVIDIA Quadro RTX 4000 GPU, 8 GB (GeForce GTX 1080–class GPU with ray tracing); 256 GB SSD
AMD EPYC CPU, 8 cores (3.25 GHz); 16 GB RAM; NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada GPU, 16 GB (GeForce RTX 4060-class GPU); 512 GB SSD
AMD EPYC CPU, 8 cores (up to 3.7 GHz); 28 GB RAM; NVIDIA RTX A4500 GPU, 20 GB (GeForce RTX 3070 Ti–class GPU); 512 GB SSD
The nightmare begins again
Thirty years after the fall of Raccoon City, horror resurfaces. Between psychological tension and brutal action, Resident Evil Requiem plunges the saga back into its darkest roots through two destinies linked by the past.
Set 30 years after the destruction of Raccoon City, Resident Evil Requiem brings the saga back to its roots. The shadow of Umbrella still looms large, and Leon S. Kennedy's past resurfaces.
Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst confronted with horror. Her gameplay is based on tension, resource management, and vulnerability. Leon S. Kennedy, an experienced agent and survivor of the initial incident. Two rhythms. One threat.
Resident Evil 9 lets you switch freely between first-person and third-person views. Total immersion in FPS and strategic vision in TPS.
No gaming PC? That's no longer a problem.
Resident Evil 9 Requiem requires a powerful configuration to run properly on PC. With high demands and significant system requirements, many gamers are wondering if they will be able to run Resident Evil 9 on their computers. Rather than investing in a new gaming PC or reducing graphics quality, using Shadow allows you to play Resident Evil 9 on any PC or Mac, even low-powered ones. All the necessary power is provided remotely: you launch the game as if you were on a high-end PC, without hardware constraints, complex installation, or worrying about configuration.
Turn your Mac or iPhone into a gaming PC in just a few clicks!
Whether you're on a Mac (with few games compatible with macOS), a Linux machine (where Windows emulation hurts performance), or an older PC (or one with an underpowered graphics card), Shadow gives you access in just a few clicks to a powerful gaming PC to install all your favorite games*!
Choose the plan that best fits your needs.
Launch Shadow, install Resident Evil Requiem, and start playing. It’s that simple!
Your gaming PC, anytime, anywhere
Log in to your Shadow PC and play Resident Evil Requiem along with all your favorite games on any Apple device (even iPhone or Apple TV), or directly from your web browser. Shadow's cloud gaming and streaming technologies turns your Mac into a powerful gaming PC, accessible from anywhere, anytime!
FAQ
If your computer does not meet the recommended system requirements, you may experience frame drops, performance issues, or reduced graphics quality. With Shadow PC, Resident Evil 9 runs on a high-end remote gaming PC. Your local machine does not need to be powerful, it simply acts as a screen. Even an entry-level laptop can run the game smoothly.
No native macOS version has been announced. However, you can install and play the Windows version of Resident Evil Requiem using Shadow PC on any Mac.
Resident Evil 9 Requiem requires a solid PC setup: a recent processor (such as an i5 / Ryzen 5), 16 GB of RAM, and a dedicated graphics card (GTX 1660 or equivalent minimum). A more powerful configuration is recommended to play at high settings.
If your PC does not meet these requirements, Shadow PC allows you to run Resident Evil 9 on a high-end remote gaming machine, without relying on your local hardware.
Shadow is a complete Windows gaming PC fully hosted in the cloud. It’s the only virtual machine whose performance rivals that of a local PC. And unlike cloud-gaming services, you can install and run any game, app, or software: there’s no restricted catalog.
Your Shadow is a true professional Windows workstation. Install everything you need*: Adobe Suite, CAD tools, development IDEs, etc.
Yes, both the Shadow app and the browser version work on most recent versions of macOS and computers.
For each device of your choosing, you can download the Shadow PC software client for free; in particular, this will allow you to test the browsing quality and adjust your video quality settings to the highest resolution, such as 4k. When you need to quickly access your environment and files via a new device or a workstation that's limited in terms of software installation, you can now directly access your Shadow PC via a browser. No installation required, it's quick and easy: Just head to the pc.shadow.tech web page! This access mode comes particularly in handy when you're giving a client a demo or delivering training via a demanding software directly on your clients or prospects' device: No need to lug around your own hardware, with your software and data, as Shadow PC gives you easy and instant access to it, at any tie and anywhere.
Yes, with Shadow you get 1 Gb/s download speeds to your Shadow PC, even if your local internet connection is slow.
In short: no. We provide enough power to meet your needs based on your chosen plan. Regarding latency, our advanced technology enables smooth usage even at low bandwidth (starting at 15 Mb/s), delivering virtually imperceptible latency. Of course, compression can impact image quality, and if your connection is too weak, you may notice a difference compared to the original image.
Yes, Shadow does not limit the resolution, allowing you to run Windows, your games, and software in 4K UHD. Please note that some games may not support 4K or may experience reduced performance at this resolution. Additionally, higher resolutions require more bandwidth, meaning you'll need a faster and more stable internet connection compared to lower resolutions.
Yes, you can activate a second screen directly on the Quick Menu.
