You’re in for something new if you’re a Resident Evil fan. Just weeks after Capcom surprised you with the reveal of Resident Evil Requiem, the company is back with another announcement — a brand-new mobile spin-off called Resident Evil Survival Unit. But before you get too excited, it’s not your typical zombie shooter. This one’s a strategy game, and it’s coming to both iOS and Android.
A different kind of Resident Evil experience
This mobile spin-off aims to offer a different approach to the long-running horror franchise. While full details are being kept under wraps for now, Capcom has confirmed that more information will be revealed during a dedicated showcase on July 10 at 6:00 p.m. ET. Until then, you’ll have to make do with what’s already been shared — and that includes some intriguing names behind the project.
Resident Evil Survival Unit is being co-developed by Aniplex Inc., known for its anime adaptations and mobile games, and Joycity, a South Korean studio specializing in strategy games. Joycity is currently working on Disney Realm Breakers, a strategy game that features characters from popular Disney franchises, including Toy Story and The Incredibles. The developer has also previously released Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War, a real-time strategy game with a strong 4.4 rating based on over 210,000 reviews on the Google Play Store.
This background suggests you’ll be in for a game that leans heavily into strategic planning, rather than the traditional action-horror gameplay you might expect from Resident Evil. Still, it’s a bold move that could attract both seasoned fans and newcomers who enjoy mobile gaming.
Expanding the universe, not replacing it
Capcom and its partners are promising that Survival Unit won’t just be a throwaway mobile tie-in. In its official announcement, Joycity said the game will “expand the global fanbase of Resident Evil to mobile, allowing players to enjoy the world of the series with a new approach that is different from the existing series.” It’s being built in close collaboration with Capcom, which should help ensure it still feels true to the Resident Evil world — even if you’re not fighting zombies in first-person mode.
While no storyline details have been confirmed yet, the phrase “new approach” may hint at tactical missions, base management, or character-driven strategy rather than the usual run-and-gun gameplay. It’s also unclear where the game fits in the broader Resident Evil timeline, but with an expanding universe, there’s room to get creative.
More Resident Evil is still to come
If you’re more interested in the mainline games, you haven’t been forgotten. Capcom announced Resident Evil Requiem — also referred to as Resident Evil 9 — last month at SGF 25. It introduces a new lead character named Grace Ashcroft, and for the first time in the franchise, you’ll be able to choose between first-person and third-person perspectives right from launch.
So, whether you’re ready to manage a squad of survivors on mobile or prefer to dive into full-scale horror on your console or PC, 2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for Resident Evil fans.
