Kodoani.com – At the event The Game Awards 2024, CAPCOM and Hideki Kamiya surprised the gaming community when announcing the sequel to the legendary game Ōkami. Details about the project have not been revealed, but notably, Kamiya himself will take on the role of director for this new part.
Ōkamifirst released in 2006 on PlayStation 2is a masterpiece that combines art and creative gameplay, where players transform into Amaterasugoddess of the sun in the form of a white wolf. The game is famous for its Japanese ink graphic style sumi-ewith a unique “Celestial Brush” system, allowing players to draw illustrations to interact and change the environment. Under the direction of Kamiyathe game has won much praise and received “Game of the Year” awards at many events.
Kamiyawho started his career at CAPCOMis the creative mind behind classic games like Resident Evil 2, Devil May Cryand later on Bayonetta. After working at Clover Studiohe and his colleagues founded PlatinumGameswhere he continued to make his mark with The Wonderful 101 and game series Bayonetta. In October 2023, Kamiya leave PlatinumGamesleaving many questions about his next plans. His return to direct the new installment of Ōkami is considered a meaningful step, continuing his legacy and this classic game.
