Aniplex and JOYCITY have announced that Resident Evil: Survival Unit, a free-to-play mobile strategy game, will be released in 2025 for iOS via the App Store and Android via Google Play. The game is scheduled to launch in North America, Europe, Japan, Korea, and additional regions across Asia. This project is co-developed by Aniplex and JOYCITY and is based on Capcom’s established Resident Evil series, offering a different approach focused on strategy rather than traditional survival horror gameplay.
Resident Evil: Survival Unit introduces a parallel universe storyline where players take on the role of a protagonist who wakes up in a hospital after being used in experiments by Umbrella Corporation. The narrative expands into a separate world where characters from the main series appear in new contexts. The game allows players to manage a mansion that serves as a base, incorporating elements such as interior customization, mission preparation, and interactions with familiar characters. The gameplay emphasizes building strategies, gathering resources, and making tactical decisions to progress.
The game includes real-time defense battles against creatures inspired by the original series, with players able to form teams using characters like Leon S. Kennedy, Claire Redfield, and Jill Valentine. Each character has distinct skills, allowing for various tactical setups. Additionally, the game features an original creature designed by Yoshitaka Amano, adding a new element to the franchise. With global multiplayer support, Resident Evil: Survival Unit aims to provide a connected experience for players worldwide.
