The Resident Evil universe is expanding with a new mobile title, Resident Evil Survival Unit. This isn't another zombie shooter or a puzzle-filled mansion escape; instead, you'll be commanding units and devising strategic attacks.
Survival Unit is a real-time strategy game that transforms the series' signature survival horror atmosphere into a completely new experience. This represents a major departure for a franchise built on tense, resource-starved encounters since its 1996 debut.
Aniplex, in collaboration with JoyCity Corporation and Capcom, is developing the new Resident Evil Survival Unit mobile game. Aniplex is renowned for anime-based hits like Demon Slayer and Fate/Grand Order, while JoyCity is the developer behind titles such as Gunship Battle: Total Warfare and Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War.
Resident Evil Survival Unit Release Date
Resident Evil Survival Unit is scheduled for a global release across North America, Europe, and Asia, including Japan and South Korea. A specific launch date has not yet been announced.
Detailed gameplay information remains scarce. However, Aniplex and JoyCity will host an online showcase on July 10th at 10:00 PM UTC to reveal more. Here is the link to the event so you can watch it live.
Since the release of Biohazard i Survivor in 2001, the Resident Evil franchise has seen numerous mobile games, nearly all of which adhered to the survival horror genre. Venturing into a new genre is a bold move for a series known for constantly reinventing itself.
We only have to wait a few more days to learn all the details about Resident Evil Survival Unit. An official website has also been launched for those seeking more information.
In the meantime, be sure to read our next article on Trophy Hunter, a new hunting PvP game from the creators of Fishing Clash.
