'Resident Evil Survival Unit' Is An RTS Mobile Spin-Off
Joycity, which previously made other licensed RTS mobile spin-offs such as 2017's Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War , will co-develop the upcoming title with Japanese entertainment company Aniplex, with the game being made in 'close collaboration with Capcom to ensure authenticity and quality', according to its press release.
' Resident Evil: Survival Unit offers a fresh take on the beloved franchise, reimagining the survival horror universe as a real-time strategy experience optimised for mobile platforms, iOS and Android,' read the release, 'The game is designed to appeal to both longtime fans and new players.'
A full reveal of the mobile game will take place this week, but for now, fans have their first clue of the game's setting via an artwork accompanying the game's logo. The image depicts what seems to be a road leading into town during a heavy thunderstorm, with a billboard on the roadside for the notorious Umbrella Corporation, featuring a happy couple with the words 'Our Business is life itself…'
With the presence of Umbrella, this could hint at the game being set in Raccoon City, as the evil corporation had a significant presence in the city before its eventual downfall. In this vein, it won't be surprising if the title featured familiar faces such as a young Leon Kennedy, Jill Valentine, Claire Redfield, or even Hunk.
As to how the mobile game will adapt the survival horror shooting format into an RTS remains to be seen, with more details being revealed during an online showcase set to broadcast on YouTube on 10 July 2025. Resident Evil Survival Unit will launch for iOS and Android across North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and Asia.
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