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 included 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 much more, alongside a new story trailer and Open Beta 2 information for Monster Hunter Wilds.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword – A 2026 Release

Set in the Edo period, this new Onimusha entry features a new protagonist wielding an Oni Gauntlet to battle Genma. Development 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 – Featuring Arkveld

The second Open Beta test introduces the flagship monster, Arkveld, in a challenging quest. Other additions include a Gypceros Hunt, a training area, Private Lobbies, and Online Single Player mode. Data transfer from the first beta is possible. The beta runs:

• Thursday, February 6 at 7pm PT to Sunday, February 9 at 6:59pm PT
• Thursday, February 13 at 7pm PT to Sunday, February 16 at 6:59pm PT

Character data transfers to the full game (February 28th release), but progress does not. Participants receive a special Pendant.

Monster Hunter Wilds – Iceshard Cliffs and New Monsters

The new story trailer showcased the Iceshard Cliffs, introducing monsters like Rove, Hirabami, Nerscylla, and Gore Magala.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 – May 16th Release

Launching May 16th, 2025, this collection includes Capcom vs. SNK Millennium Fight 2000 Pro, Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001, Capcom Fighting Evolution, Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper, Power Stone, Power Stone 2, Project Justice, and Plasma Sword: Night of Bilstein.

Street Fighter 6 – Mai Shiranui Arrives February 5th

Mai Shiranui from Fatal Fury joins the roster on February 5th, preceding the final Year 2 character, Elena.