Capcom Announces Revivals of Okami and Onimusha, Plans to Resurrect More Dormant Franchises
The company aims to leverage its library of classic IPs for future high-quality game releases, starting with sequels to fan-favorite titles.
- Capcom revealed new installments for the Okami and Onimusha franchises during The Game Awards, marking the return of these long-dormant series.
- The company announced a broader strategy to revive inactive intellectual properties alongside its regular release of major new titles each year.
- Capcom's investor relations update emphasized enhancing corporate value through its rich catalog of classic games, though no additional IPs were confirmed at this time.
- Fans have expressed strong interest in other dormant franchises like Dino Crisis and Mega Man Legends, with Dino Crisis receiving significant votes in a recent Capcom poll.
- The Okami sequel will reunite the franchise with its creator, Hideki Kamiya, who is leading development under a new studio, Clovers.