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Demon Slayer Game Trailer Reveals Story Arcs and DLC Plan Ahead of August Launch

Publisher roadmap will introduce Muzan Kibutsuji in a free update before rolling out a paid Infinity Castle Character Pass to sustain player engagement

Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Infinity Castle Arc Pass Muzan Kibutsuji
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Overview

  • The pre-launch trailer released July 28 highlights the Entertainment District Arc, Swordsmith Village Arc and Hashira Training Arc, introducing the Hashira as playable characters.
  • The Hinokami Chronicles 2 launches August 1 in Japan on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, Xbox One and PC, with Western releases on August 5 and a Nintendo Switch edition on August 8.
  • A free post-launch update will add Muzan Kibutsuji to Versus Mode as a playable character, marking the villain’s first playable appearance in the series.
  • The paid Infinity Castle Character Pass DLC will expand the roster with new fighters and tie into the anime’s upcoming Infinity Castle film trilogy.
  • Aniplex, SEGA and CyberConnect2 have sequenced staggered platform launches and ongoing content drops to maintain momentum beyond the initial release.