Capcom's Recent Spotlight Unveils Exciting Game Updates
Capcom recently held a Spotlight and Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase, revealing significant updates for several titles. Key announcements include new details for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny, a release date for Capcom Fighting Collection 2, and extensive information on Monster Hunter Wilds.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword – A 2026 Release
Set in the Edo period, this new Onimusha title features a new protagonist wielding an Oni Gauntlet to combat Genma. The development team prioritizes compelling characters, engaging enemies, and a historically accurate recreation of Kyoto. The game aims for challenging yet accessible sword combat.
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny Remaster Coming in 2025
A remastered version of the 2002 classic is slated for release in 2025, bridging the gap until Onimusha: Way of the Sword's arrival.
Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta 2 Details
The second Open Beta introduces the flagship monster, Arkveld, in a challenging new quest. Other additions include a Gypceros Hunt, a training area, Private Lobbies, and Online Single Player mode. Data from the first beta can be transferred. The beta runs:
- Thursday, February 6, 7 PM PT – Sunday, February 9, 6:59 PM PT
- Thursday, February 13, 7 PM PT – Sunday, February 16, 6:59 PM PT
Character data transfers to the full game (February 28th release), but progress does not. Participants receive a special Pendant.
Monster Hunter Wilds Unveils Iceshard Cliffs and New Monsters
The showcase featured a new story trailer showcasing the Iceshard Cliffs region and its inhabitants: Rove, Hirabami, Nerscylla, and Gore Magala. Further details on Arkveld were also revealed.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Launches May 16, 2025
This compilation will include Capcom vs. SNK Millennium Fight 2000 Pro, Capcom vs. SNK 2, Capcom Fighting Evolution, Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper, Power Stone, Power Stone 2, Project Justice, and Plasma Sword.
Street Fighter 6 Adds Mai Shiranui on February 5
Mai Shiranui from Fatal Fury joins the roster on February 5th, preceding the final Year 2 character, Elena.
