Capcom's Recent Spotlight Unveils Exciting Game Updates
Capcom recently held a Spotlight and Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase, revealing significant updates for several titles. Key announcements included new details for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny, a release date for Capcom Fighting Collection 2, and extensive information on Monster Hunter Wilds.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword – A 2026 Release
The upcoming Onimusha: Way of the Sword, slated for a 2026 release, focuses on compelling characters, a new protagonist, and engaging enemies. The game's setting, Edo-period Kyoto, will feature historically accurate locations. The developers aim for "ultimate sword fighting action" with satisfying combat. The protagonist, due to a twist of fate, will wield an Oni Gauntlet, fueled by the souls of defeated Genma. While challenging, the game's difficulty will be balanced for players of all skill levels.
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny Remaster Coming in 2025
A remastered version of the 2002 classic, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny, is scheduled for release in 2025, bridging the gap until Onimusha: Way of the Sword's launch.
Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta 2 Details
The second Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta will include the flagship monster, Arkveld, in a challenging advanced quest. Other additions include a Gypceros Hunt, a training area, Private Lobbies, and Online Single Player mode. Data from the first Beta can be transferred. Returning features are the Character Creator, Story Trial, and the Doshaguma hunt. Cross-play will be enabled.
Beta Dates:
Character data transfers to the full game (February 28 release), but progress will not carry over. Participants will receive a special Pendant.
Monster Hunter Wilds – Iceshard Cliffs and New Monsters
The new story trailer showcased the Iceshard Cliffs, introducing new monsters: Rove (Wudwud), Hirabami (Leviathan), Nerscylla (Temnoceran), and Gore Magala. Further details on Arkveld were also revealed.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Release Date
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 launches May 16, 2025, featuring: Capcom vs. SNK Millennium Fight 2000 Pro, Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001, Capcom Fighting Evolution, Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper, Power Stone, Power Stone 2, Project Justice, and Plasma Sword: Night of Bilstein.
Street Fighter 6 – Mai Shiranui Arrives February 5
Mai Shiranui from Fatal Fury joins Street Fighter 6 on February 5, preceding the final Year 2 character, Elena.
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