Capcom Delivers a Round of Epic Reveals
Capcom has set the stage for a thrilling year of gaming with fresh announcements that cater to monster hunters, samurai action buffs, and fighting game enthusiasts alike. Here’s a quick rundown of the biggest highlights—complete with new beasts, returning favorites, and a look ahead at remastered classics.
Monster Hunter Wilds Prepares to Roar
- Iceshard Cliffs & New Monsters
The action RPG Monster Hunter Wilds showcased its frosty new locale, the Iceshard Cliffs—a region teeming with snow-capped peaks and lurking dangers. A newly introduced Leviathan called Hirabami steals the spotlight, gliding through the air on sail-like membranes, while veterans of the series can rejoice at the return of Nerscyllaand Gore Magala. - Open Beta Test 2
Ahead of the game’s February 28 release, Capcom revealed a second open beta test that ups the ante by letting players tackle the flagship monster Arkveld (the “White Wraith”) and the returning Gypceros. The beta will also introduce Private Lobbies, Online Single Player mode, and a training area for perfecting those hunting skills. - Performance & Post-Launch Plans
Although the beta doesn’t include the recently announced performance updates, players can look forward to those improvements in the final version. Limited-time event quests roll out a week after launch, offering special armor as rewards. Further updates are in the pipeline, ensuring there’s plenty more to come for hungry hunters.
Onimusha’s Samurai Legacy Lives On
- All-New Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Feudal Japan’s supernatural saga continues in an upcoming entry that sets players loose among Kyoto’s historic landmarks. This time, a fresh protagonist wields the Oni Gauntlet to clash with the demonic Genma. Expect rewarding swordplay and strategic soul absorption when Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam in 2026. - Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remaster
Longtime fans can also rediscover the acclaimed 2002 classic as it returns with modern enhancements. Coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC in 2025, this upgraded version of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny preserves the original’s branching narrative and flashy action while polishing up the visuals for a new generation.
Fighting Game Bonanza
- MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
In a surprise move, Capcom launched this beloved collection digitally for Xbox One, joining its availability on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Steam. Players can relive crossovers like X-MEN vs. STREET FIGHTER and MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2, relishing in nostalgic arcade thrills. - Capcom Fighting Collection 2
Coming May 16, the sequel collection packs eight classic titles—featuring fan favorites like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Power Stone 2—with online play backed by rollback netcode. Preordering unlocks rearranged tracks by CAP-JAMS and, for the lucky few, a physical edition featuring a Capcom vs. SNKoriginal comic.
Other Highlights to Watch For
- Street Fighter™ 6
A fiery new contender named Mai joins the Year 2 lineup on February 5 across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This latest addition sets the stage for more showdowns alongside returning legends and fan favorites. - Capcom Cup 11
Set for March 5-9, 2025, in Tokyo’s Ryogoku Kokugikan, this esports extravaganza promises Street Fighter’s fiercest competition, capped with a $1 million grand prize. Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, it’s shaping up to be a must-see event for fighting game aficionados.
From braving the Iceshard Cliffs in Monster Hunter Wilds to slashing through demons in Onimusha and stepping back into the ring with Capcom’s classic fighters, there’s plenty on the horizon to excite fans of every genre. With remasters, expansions, and brand-new titles in the works, Capcom continues to prove that its legacy of innovation—and monster-slaying, sword-wielding, street-fighting fun—remains as vital as ever.
