Okami is getting a sequel

Capcom had fairly the shock in retailer at The Recreation Awards. The developer introduced a sequel to Okami, a ravishing and beloved action-adventure sport that initially launched again in 2006.

The sequel — which doesn’t at the moment have a reputation — was revealed in dramatic style with a musical efficiency. Unique director Hideki Kamiya is returning for the sport, which can be developed by his new studio Clovers. It’s nonetheless very early although; throughout the reveal TGA host Geoff Keighley mentioned that “manufacturing is about to start.” Capcom, in the meantime, says solely that “a brand new journey in the identical vein as Okami has been set in movement.”

Not solely has it been fairly a while since Okami debuted, its announcement additionally comes at a time when Capcom appears intent on doubling down on its greatest franchises. Proper now which means plenty of Monster Hunter and Resident Evil. Up subsequent is Monster Hunter Wilds, which is launching subsequent yr, in addition to the cell spinoff Monster Hunter Outlanders.