Capcom Revives Forgotten IPs

Capcom is bringing back classic game franchises, starting with Onimusha and Okami. This is part of a broader strategy to revitalize its catalog of dormant intellectual properties.

Onimusha and Okami's Return

Capcom's December 13th press release confirmed their commitment to reviving past IPs, highlighting the upcoming Onimusha and Okami titles as prime examples.

The new Onimusha game, set in Edo-era Kyoto, is slated for a 2026 release. A new Okami sequel is also in the works, though its release date remains unannounced. Notably, the original Okami team is involved in its development.

Capcom explicitly stated its intention to leverage its extensive library, reactivating titles absent from recent releases to deliver high-quality games. This strategy complements their ongoing projects like Monster Hunter Wilds and Capcom Fighting Collection 2, both anticipated for 2025. The company continues to release new titles, with recent examples including Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess and Exoprimal.

Fan Favorites in the Spotlight: Hints from the "Super Elections"

Capcom's February 2024 "Super Elections" provided valuable player feedback on desired sequels and remakes. The results revealed strong interest in Dino Crisis, Darkstalkers, Onimusha, and Breath of Fire. Given these franchises' extended periods of inactivity (last installments released in 1997, 2003, and 2016 respectively, with the latter ceasing online operations shortly after launch), these series are prime candidates for future revivals or remasters.

While Capcom hasn't explicitly confirmed which IP will be revived next, the "Super Elections" offer a strong indication of potential future releases, especially considering the high voter interest in Onimusha and Okami.