Goddess of Victory: Nikke, the sci-fi RPG shooter for mobile and PC from the developers of Stellar Blade, is set to expand its character roster with one of the most recognizable heroines in video game history. As officially announced at Gamescom, the much-anticipated Goddess of Victory: Nikke × Resident Evil collaboration will introduce Jill Valentine, a pivotal character from the original Resident Evil game.
The collaboration`s initial teaser trailer featured a mysterious cult preparing for a gruesome ritual. Poli, one of the established characters from Goddess of Victory, was briefly shown being seized by a bloodstained hand. While the first trailer subtly hinted at Jill`s arrival, developer Shift Up subsequently confirmed her presence, much to the excitement of fans.
Shift Up has also hinted that Jill Valentine might not be the only Resident Evil character to make an appearance during this highly anticipated crossover event. Further specifics regarding the collaboration`s storyline and official launch date are currently being kept under wraps. It`s worth noting that this isn`t Goddess of Victory`s first venture into prominent crossovers; previous collaborations have successfully brought characters from popular franchises like Evangelion and Nier: Automata into its universe. Moreover, a crossover between Stellar Blade and Goddess of Victory took place just this past summer.
Upcoming Resident Evil Developments
On the Resident Evil front, Capcom is actively preparing for the original game`s landmark 30th anniversary next year. While Jill Valentine does not appear to be a central figure in the upcoming game, Resident Evil: Requiem, Capcom`s latest trailer for the sequel provided a more comprehensive introduction to its new heroine, Grace Ashcroft. Resident Evil: Requiem is slated for release on February 27, 2026. Additionally, fans can look forward to a new Resident Evil film, directed by Zach Cregger (known for “Weapons”), which is scheduled to hit theaters on September 18, 2026.
