Earlier in the "Capcom Spotlight" program, Capcom released a new series of promotional videos for "Monster Hunter Wilds," which officially launches on February 2th. They also announced new hunting grounds and monsters, and announced the download of the PC version's benchmark software. Capcom also announced the new sword-fighting action game "Onimusha Way of the Sword," slated for a 28 release, confirmed the release of "Onimusha 2026 HD Edition" this year, and announced the release of the "CAPCOM Fighting Game Collection 2," a collection of fighting games scheduled for release later this year.
In the new promotional video for Monster Hunter Wilds, producer Ryozo Tsujimoto officially unveiled the new wilderness hunting ground "Ice Mist Cliff" located in the snowy area. He also announced the new monster "Wind Saber Dragon" and the returning monsters "Shadow Spider" and "Black Eclipse Dragon" from past works. In the second public test to be held soon, players will be able to challenge the cover monster "Lock Blade Dragon" of this game.
As for the PC version, which will also be released, CAPCOM also announced the release of the "Monster Hunter Wilds Benchmark", a performance testing software for the PC version of "Monster Hunter Wilds". It can be downloaded and installed through the Steam platform to confirm whether the PC device used by the individual meets the execution requirements of the PC version of "Monster Hunter Wilds".
The previously announcedA new work of OnimushaThis time it is confirmed that it will be named "Onimusha Way of the Sword" and is expected to be released on PlayStation 2026, Xbox Series X|S and Steam platforms in 5. It will be led by producer Akito Kadowaki and director Ken Nihei. It will be a new work in the "Onimusha" series nearly 2001 years after its launch in 20.
"Onimusha Way of the Sword" is set in Kyoto during the early Edo period of Japan and is presented as a sword-fighting action game. Players take on the role of the protagonist, who wears the "Onimusha" and slays the phantom demons that roam the world. Through the "Onimusha", they absorb the phantom demons' souls. The game will also interpret real historical figures in a unique way, and it claims to allow players to enjoy the fun of sword fights and the thrill of a single cut.
In addition to announcing the new work, Capcom also announced that it will use "Onimusha 2002" released on PlayStation 2 in 2 as the basis, and will add high-definition processing to the "Onimusha 2 HD Edition" expected to be released this year. This will allow players to return to the Japanese Warring States period through PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Steam platforms to play the role of Yagyu Jubei to fight against demons.
In addition, CAPCOM also announced that it will release "CAPCOM Fighting Game Collection 2" this year, which will include the "Capcom vs. SNK" series, which allows CAPCOM and SNK characters to battle each other, and the "Power Stone Warriors" series, which allows you to easily enjoy free battles. It also includes 2 fighting game works such as "Burning Justice Academy" and "Star Sword 8" with tense plots.
New promotional video for Monster Hunter Wilds:
Monster Hunter Wilds Benchmark for PC:
"Onimusha Way of the Sword":
Onimusha 2 HD Edition:
CAPCOM Fighting Game Collection 2:
