Interestingly the same could not be said about the second female protagonist Grace Ashcroft. She is as plane looking as possible and lacks any feminine features whatsoever.

Resident Evil Requiem director Koshi Nakanishi revealed that Leon Kennedy's mature design was meticulously refined into a irresistible "hot uncle" (ikeoji) aesthetic.

Capcom's female staff put it through rigorous review, scrutinizing every detail—even the finest neck wrinkles—to perfect the look.