Capcom Spotlight Feb 2025: Monster Hunter Wilds and More Revealed

The latest Capcom Spotlight and Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase have unveiled a wealth of exciting new details across various Capcom titles. From a new story trailer and Open Beta 2 for Monster Hunter Wilds to further insights into Onimusha: Way of the Sword, an Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny remaster, a release date for Capcom Fighting Collection 2, and beyond, fans have plenty to look forward to.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Gets a Bunch of New Details

Onimusha: Way of the Sword, slated for a 2026 release, promises to bring the iconic franchise back with a flourish. The development team is focusing on three key areas: crafting compelling characters, introducing a new protagonist, and delivering engaging enemies. The game aims to immerse players in a meticulously recreated Kyoto, filled with historically accurate settings. The ultimate goal is to create a sword-fighting action experience that offers the visceral thrill of slicing through adversaries.

While specifics about the new protagonist remain under wraps, it's confirmed that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be set in the Edo Period, where players will battle the evil Genma. A twist of fate grants the protagonist the powerful Oni Gauntlet, which they will use to vanquish enemies and collect their souls. The game will challenge players but is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for action fans of all skill levels.

Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny Is Getting a Remastered Version in 2025

The 2002 classic, Onimusha: Samurai's Destiny, is set for a remastered release in 2025. This update is intended to tide fans over until the arrival of Onimusha: Way of the Sword in 2026.

Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta 2 to Feature Flagship Monster Arkveld

The second Open Beta test for Monster Hunter Wilds is on the horizon, and Capcom has shared what players can expect. A major highlight is the introduction of the flagship monster, Arkveld, in an advanced quest designed to challenge hunters. Additional features include a Gypceros Hunt, a training area, and online options such as Private Lobbies and Online Single Player mode. Private Lobbies are ideal for playing with friends without appearing in public searches, while Online Single Player allows solo play with the option to use an S.O.S. Flare for multiplayer assistance.

Players can transfer their data from the first Open Beta to the second, with returning features like Character Creator, Story Trial, and the Doshaguma hunt. Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on February 28, with the second Open Beta, featuring Cross-Play, scheduled for:

• 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

Participants in the Open Beta can transfer their character data to the full game, though no game progression will carry over. Those who participate will receive a special Pendant as a reward.

Monster Hunter Wilds Reveals Iceshard Cliffs and New Enemies Just Waiting to Be Fought

The Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase also introduced a new story trailer set in the frozen Iceshard Cliffs. This icy locale will be home to new enemies such as the quirky Wudwud known as Rove, the Hirabami - Leviathan, Nerscylla - Temnoceran, and the formidable Gore Magala. More details about the flagship monster, Arkveld, were also shared.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Launches on May 16

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is set to launch on May 16, 2025, featuring a lineup of classic fighting games including 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 Adds Fatal Fury's Mai on February 5

Street Fighter 6 will welcome Fatal Fury's Mai to its roster on February 5. Mai will be the second-to-last character added in Year 2, following M. Bison and Terry. The final character, Elena, will be detailed in future updates.