Resident Evil Survival Unit: New Mobile Real-Time Strategy Game Unveiled

In a significant expansion of the Resident Evil franchise, Capcom has announced the upcoming release of "Resident Evil Survival Unit," a real-time strategy (RTS) spin-off designed for mobile platforms, including iPhone and Android. The announcement was made on July 4, 2025, and the game is being co-developed by Joycity Corporation, a prominent mobile gaming studio based in South Korea, known for its previous work on the licensed game "Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War." The collaboration between Capcom and Joycity aims to ensure that the game maintains the authenticity and quality expected by long-time fans of the series.

The initial tease of the game includes a single piece of artwork showcasing a vehicle stopped in a foreboding forest, adjacent to a billboard promoting the notorious Umbrella Corporation. The advertisement, featuring two cheerful individuals accompanied by the tagline "Our Business is life itself...", hints at the game’s setting, likely to take place in the vicinity of the Arklay Mountains, near the infamous Raccoon City. Given the timeline, it is expected that the events of "Resident Evil Survival Unit" will unfold prior to the narrative of "Resident Evil 4," a period when the Umbrella Corporation's malevolent influence was still felt.

The game promises to combine familiar elements from the Resident Evil universe with real-time strategy gameplay, where players will manage teams composed of characters beloved by fans, known as STARS commandos. The strategic gameplay is expected to challenge players to keep these characters alive amidst various threats, reminiscent of the survival horror themes that have defined the franchise.

In a press release, it was stated that "Resident Evil Survival Unit" aims to cater to both veteran players and newcomers to the series, suggesting that familiar faces and settings will be integral to the gameplay experience. This approach aligns with Capcom's recent strategy of returning to iconic elements of the Resident Evil narrative, as seen in the upcoming mainline installment, "Resident Evil Requiem," which will also revisit Raccoon City and the storyline surrounding Umbrella Corporation.

The game is set to be published by Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony, and will be available across multiple regions, including Japan, South Korea, North America, Europe, and Asia. A more comprehensive reveal is scheduled for July 10, 2025, during an online showcase that will be livestreamed on YouTube, providing fans with further insights into the gameplay and features of "Resident Evil Survival Unit."

With this new addition to the Resident Evil franchise, Capcom appears poised to attract a broader audience, capitalizing on the growing popularity of mobile gaming while staying true to the core elements that have made the series a staple in the gaming community. As anticipation builds ahead of the game’s launch, the potential for blending strategy gameplay with the rich lore of Resident Evil could mark a new chapter for the iconic franchise.