There's cause for celebration for fans of the beloved game Okami! A follow-up to the popular action-adventure game from 2006 has been revealed by Capcom. The Clover Studios-created original game received accolades for its captivating gameplay, stunning graphics, and Japanese folklore-inspired plot. The White Wolf, the Sun Goddess Amaterasu, is making a comeback for another journey some two decades later.
What We Know About the Sequel
The new Okami game, currently untitled, will be directed by Hideki Kamiya, the creative mind behind the original. Kamiya is working through his new studio, Clovers, and is teaming up with M-TWO and Machine Head Works, both of which include developers who worked on the first game.
Capcom shared that the game will have the same artistic and mythological charm as Okami, but they haven’t revealed much else. Production is still in the early stages, and the release is expected after 2025. The announcement at the Game Awards included a breathtaking musical performance, hinting at another magical journey through a vibrant, myth-inspired Japan.
A Look Back at Okami
The first Okami became well-known for its specific "Celestial Brush" mechanic, in which gamers used brush strokes to interact with the arena, inspired by the aid of conventional Japanese portray. The story observed Amaterasu as she fought to save the land from darkness. Fans are excited to see how the sequel will amplify those features, with modern pics and new challenges.
Capcom's Busy Lineup
The new Okami isn’t the only big project Capcom has in the works. Next year, they’ll release Monster Hunter Wilds, along with a mobile game, Monster Hunter Outlanders. Capcom also announced a new game in the Onimusha series, planned for 2026. These projects show Capcom’s dedication to continuing its biggest franchises while bringing back fan favourites.
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A Night of Exciting Reveals
The 2024 Game Awards had been filled with important announcements. In addition to the Okami sequel, Naughty Dog discovered a brand new franchise, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, Hazelight Studios announced Split Fiction, and a teaser for Borderlands 4 was shown.
Fans have been pleased by Capcom's announcement of Okami's sequel, which promises a glittering new chapter in one of the most beloved stories in all of gaming. Even if the release is still years away, Amaterasu's comeback is already generating anticipation for what lies ahead.
