Resident Evil Survival Unit Adds Monster Hunter Characters in New Free DLC
Resident Evil's free-to-play mobile game, Survival Unit, now features characters and monsters from the Monster Hunter series in a limited-time collaboration event. Two new Hunter characters and familiar enemies like Rathalos are available.
Capcom has launched an unexpected crossover event for its free-to-play mobile title, Resident Evil Survival Unit, introducing content from the popular Monster Hunter franchise. The collaboration, which began on July 4, 2026, brings new characters and enemies to the survival horror game for a limited time. This marks the first time characters from the legendary monster-hunting series have appeared within the Resident Evil universe.
The event adds two new playable characters: a Male Hunter serving as a defender hero and a Female Hunter who acts as a ranged hero. Additionally, iconic enemies such as the flying monster Rathalos have been incorporated into the game's missions. Players will engage in strategic, mission-based battles against these creatures within the familiar setting of Raccoon City.
New Content and Rewards
This limited-time collaboration offers players numerous rewards, including new character skins that can be earned by participating in Monster Hunter-themed minigames or acquired through in-game currency. While the focus is on this new content, the crossover is running concurrently with other ongoing activities within Resident Evil Survival Unit.
Resident Evil Survival Unit, available on iOS and Android, has garnered positive reception from fans, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay limitations compared to the mainline Resident Evil titles. Its launch in early 2026 was somewhat overshadowed by the release of Resident Evil Requiem, but the mobile game has maintained a dedicated player base. This collaboration with Monster Hunter represents a significant expansion of its content offerings.
While the Resident Evil and Monster Hunter franchises have previously shared narrative space through various official crossovers and fan theories, this particular event is unique in bringing the actual monsters and characters from Monster Hunter into the Resident Evil world. The collaboration officially began on July 4, 2026, and is scheduled to conclude on July 29, 2026. Fans are encouraged to participate before the event ends to unlock exclusive in-game items and experience the unique blend of survival horror and monster hunting gameplay.