The gaming world was taken by surprise when Capcom announced an unexpected new addition to the Resident Evil franchise during Anime Expo 2025. Titled Resident Evil Survival Unit, this mobile game represents a bold new direction for the iconic horror series.

Anime Expo, the premier Los Angeles convention celebrating anime, gaming, and pop culture, served as the perfect stage for this revelation. The 2025 event featured major panels from industry giants like Crunchyroll, MAPPA, Bandai Namco, and Netflix, with Capcom's announcement standing out as one of the show's highlights.

The Resident Evil series, which debuted in 1996, has grown into one of gaming's most successful franchises with over 30 titles across multiple platforms. Known for its tense atmosphere and gripping narratives, the series has produced genre-defining classics like Resident Evil 4, often ranked among the greatest horror games alongside titles like Silent Hill 2 and The Last of Us.

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Developed in collaboration with JoyCity Corporation, Resident Evil Survival Unit is described as a real-time strategy experience designed for both iOS and Android platforms. This unexpected genre choice has sparked mixed reactions among fans, with some expressing excitement about the fresh approach while others hoped for a more traditional survival horror experience.

The announcement comes at an interesting time for the franchise, following the recent shutdown of Resident Evil Re:Verse servers. Capcom plans to fully reveal Survival Unit on July 10, promising more details about this ambitious mobile adaptation.

In addition to the mobile game news, Resident Evil fans received updates about the highly anticipated Resident Evil Requiem, set for release in February 2026. While the official trailer focused on new character Grace Ashcroft, rumors persist that series favorite Leon S. Kennedy will play a major role in the upcoming title.