Capcom's Revival of Classic IPs Continues: Okami and Onimusha Lead the Charge
Capcom has confirmed its ongoing commitment to reviving classic intellectual properties (IPs), with the Okami and Onimusha franchises spearheading this initiative. This strategy aims to deliver high-quality content and leverage Capcom's extensive game library.
A New Era for Onimusha and Okami
A December 13th press release announced the development of new entries in both the Onimusha and Okami series. The next Onimusha title, set in Edo-period Kyoto, is slated for a 2026 release. A new Okami sequel is also in the works, with the original game's director and development team involved, though a release date remains unannounced.
Capcom's Strategic Focus on Dormant IPs
Capcom explicitly stated its intention to revitalize IPs that haven't seen new releases recently. This strategy, the company explains, is designed to boost corporate value by creating high-quality, efficient titles. Concurrent projects include Monster Hunter Wilds and Capcom Fighting Collection 2, both scheduled for 2025. Despite this focus on reviving older franchises, Capcom continues to develop new IP games, as evidenced by recent releases like Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess and Exoprimal.
Fan Favorites and Future Prospects: Insights from the "Super Elections"
Capcom's February 2024 "Super Elections," a fan poll, provided valuable data on player preferences for sequels and remakes. The results highlighted strong demand for titles like Dino Crisis, Darkstalkers, Onimusha, and Breath of Fire. While Capcom hasn't explicitly confirmed future projects based on these results, the "Super Elections" offer significant insight into potential candidates for future revivals, especially considering the strong showing of Onimusha and Okami in the poll. The long dormancy of franchises like Dino Crisis (last installment: 1997) and Darkstalkers (last installment: 2003), alongside the short-lived Breath of Fire 6 (2016-2017), suggests these IPs are ripe for potential remasters or sequels.
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