Capcom shares first footage of Resident Evil mobile spinoff

Capcom just shared a lengthy trailer for the . This is a mobile game, . The original game includes a heavy emphasis on strategy and stars franchise heavy-hitters like Leon S. Kennedy, Claire Redfield and Jill Valentine.

If you’re wondering how these protagonists can exist together in the same game, it’s all due to the magic of the multiverse. It’s “that builds upon the Resident Evil world while diverging from the original series.” This also opens up the door for other unannounced characters to show up.

This is a strategy game through-and-through, with base-building mechanics and real-time battles “against powerful creatures inspired by the Resident Evil universe.” Each character has unique abilities and some can interact with the environment, adding another level of strategic immersion. The iconic Weapons Merchant also shows up to arm players up before duking it out.

It’s being developed by Joycity, the company behind 3on3 FreeStyle Rebound, and Aniplex, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2. Both companies are reportedly working “in close collaboration” with Capcom.

Resident Evil Survival Unit will be released , though . It’s a free-to-play title with in-game purchases.

The game could tide folks over while waiting for Resident Evil Requiem, which was announced . This is the next mainline franchise title, so it’s technically Resident Evil 9. It features a new protagonist and the first-person and third-person gameplay perspectives. It comes out on February 27, 2026.

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