Capcom reaffirms: bringing back Okami is the right decision

Capcom has confirmed that it has always considered the possibility of creating a sequel to Okami, one of its most unique and valued intellectual properties. Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, the company’s producer, explained that the interest in reviving the franchise is due to the strong base of dissatisfied players and the uniqueness of its narrative. “We were always looking for the opportunity to create a new Okami,” Hirabayashi stated during an interview with IGN.

The series, although critically acclaimed, has faced sales difficulties over the years. Despite its success in critical reception, Capcom considered it a commercial failure after the initial release, which led to the closure of the original developer, Clover Studio. However, Okami continues to capture the attention of new players, resulting in a steady flow of interest in the game. “It’s a very, very unique IP,” Hirabayashi stated, noting that “we see that there has been a steady flow of people enjoying the game.”

The original creator of the franchise agrees with the idea of bringing it back

What adds a degree of excitement to this news is the reaffirmation by Hideki Kamiya, director of the game and founder of the new Clover studio, who stated that he has always longed to create a sequel, arguing that “the story itself is not really complete.” The recent revelation of the sequel at The Game Awards has generated expectations about the new direction the franchise will take.

In addition to Okami, Capcom has shown a renewed interest in reactivating other inactive franchises, such as Onimusha, suggesting a commitment from the company to its classic IPs. With the recent announcement of a remaster of Onimusha 2 and new trailers at major events, it seems that fans have reasons to be hopeful for the future of other legendary franchises.

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