Ubisoft has finally revealed The Division 2: Survivors, a new survival‑extraction mode for The Division 2. The mode—early in development—was unveiled at Gamescom 2025. It brings back the stripped‑down scavenging and escape thrill that made the original game’s Survival DLC popular. But if you’re hoping to play it in 2026, ease up—official timelines still say “TBA.”
Development Status and Vision
This mode is still in the early stages of development. Magnus Jansén, the creative lead on the first Division, now directs this project. Ubisoft wants to build Survivors alongside its players, emphasising transparency and community feedback.
- Creative Director: Magnus Jansén
- Executive Producer: Julian Gerighty, who says the mode will be “as much your baby as it is ours”
- Ubisoft’s aim: Clear communication and active fan involvement
They posted concept art and a logo, but little else to show just yet
Release Timeline: 2026? Maybe Not Yet
Various outlets say Survivors is “set to be released next year” (i.e., 2026). Others echo that expectation, though Ubisoft itself lists the project under “TBA” in its official roadmap—meaning no firm release window yet. Until Ubisoft provides something concrete, treat the 2026 date as speculative.
What Survivors Will Likely Involve
Judging by legacy and concept clues, Survivors will likely echo the original Division Survival mode:
- Gear‑stripped agents
- Scavenging for antiviral supplies
- A desperate helo extraction from a blizzard‑bitten Washington D.C.
Expect the mode to strip agents of gear, force tactical resource gathering, and deliver a tense escape—classic Division flavour.
Fan Reactions from Reddit
Over on r/thedivision, fans are cautiously optimistic. One user referenced a long‑ago developer comment:
“I will consider bringing back Survival the day I’m 100 % confident we can deliver something better than the original.”
That comment raised expectations—now it’s in the works.
Another joked about the wait:
“It’s gonna be really freaking cool I assume, the part I’m gonna hate is the time we’re gonna be waiting for it LOL” Reddit.
There’s excitement, nostalgia, scepticism—classic fan response.
FAQ
When will The Division 2: Survivors arrive?
Ubisoft hasn’t announced a release date. While some media reports mention “coming in 2026,” official roadmaps list it as “TBA”.
What will Survivors be like?
Expect a survival‑extraction scenario where you start with nothing, scavenge antiviral supplies, and try to escape via helicopter—inspired by the beloved Division 1 mode.
How can fans get involved?
Ubisoft emphasises community input. While specifics aren’t clear yet, expect things like polls, feedback sessions, or possibly early playtests.
