During the back-to-back Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase and Capcom Spotlight broadcasts, Capcom unveiled a new locale, monsters, and Open Beta Test 2 details for Monster Hunter Wilds™; announced the surprise launch of MARVEL vs. CAPCOM® Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics on Xbox One, shared a release date for Capcom Fighting Collection™ 2, and revealed that a remaster of the classic Onimusha™ 2: Samurai’s Destiny will be available later this year.

Monster Hunter Wilds Prepares for Launch with New Monster Reveals and More

Monster Hunter Wilds is nearly here! Just weeks away from the action RPG’s 28^th of February release, producer Ryozo Tsujimoto presented the latest news for the highly anticipated title. The showcase debuted a fresh trailer unveiling a frosty new locale, the Iceshard Cliffs. Within this snowcapped and rocky region dwells a never-before-seen monster, Hirabami. These Leviathans possess sail-like membranes that allow them to float and strike from the air with their razor-sharp tails. The trailer also revealed two returning fan-favourite monsters: Nerscylla and Gore Magala!

Capcom is hosting a second Open Beta Test for Monster Hunter Wilds later this month, and Tsujimoto had one more surprise for players. Hunters will be able to challenge Arkveld, the game’s flagship monster when the beta returns! In addition to this chance to hunt the “White Wraith,” Open Beta Test 2 will introduce returning monster Gypceros, the Base Camp’s Training Area, and additional online features, such as Private Lobbies and Online Single Player mode.

Just like the previous beta, Open Beta Test 2 includes character creation with transferable data, a story mission, and free-roaming hunts with cross-platform multiplayer. However, please note the beta does not contain the recently announced performance and balance adjustments, as the development team is focused on implementing these improvements for the full game’s release. Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Test 2 runs from Friday the 7^th of February at 14:00 AEDT to Monday the 10^th of February at 13:59 AEDT and Friday the 14^th of February 14 at 14:00 AEDT to Monday the 17^th of February at 13:59 AEDT.

The showcase also highlighted various special features, including Photo Mode, customisation options, and PlayStation®5 Pro support. PS5®Pro Enhanced features will be available upon launch, offering state-of-the-art technologies such as ray tracing and PlayStation® Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR), delivering even more immersive visuals.

Monster Hunter Wilds is now available for pre-order across PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X. Starting one week following the game’s launch on the 28^th of February, limited-time event quests will be introduced with special armour that players can earn as rewards. Additional post-launch updates are also planned. Please look forward to more details regarding these updates and events soon.

Onimusha™ Reveals Even More Classic Samurai Action

Onimusha: Way of the Sword™ producer Akihito Kadowaki and director Satoru Nihei joined the show to share the latest details on the all-new entry in the sword-fighting action game series. Set in feudal Japan amidst the historic landmarks of Kyoto, including Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the long-awaited title follows the story of a new protagonist wielding the Oni Gauntlet in bloody clashes with the demonic Genma. The thrilling samurai action game emphasises the satisfaction of slicing through enemies and rewards making strategic decisions when absorbing their souls in the heat of battle. Onimusha: Way of the Sword cuts a path toward release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X in 2026.

A remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny was also revealed to be in development. The classic action game brought the franchise to new heights upon its initial release in 2002, becoming the best-selling entry in the series and garnering acclaim for its flashy gameplay and branching storyline. This new and enhanced version is coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in 2025. Check out the remaster’s reveal trailer here

A Legendary Collection of Fighters and Super Heroes Hits Xbox One Today!

 MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics will now take people for a ride on Xbox One! Today’s Capcom Spotlight featured a surprise drop of the collection for Xbox One, making the collection now available across Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4, and Xbox One.

Join fans from around the world in celebrating the legacy of some of the most beloved titles in fighting game history, including X-MEN™ vs. STREET FIGHTER®, MARVEL™ vs. CAPCOM® 2 New Age of Heroes, and THE PUNISHER™!

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Releases 16^th May

 The latest collection of fun-filled classic Capcom fighting titles, Capcom Fighting Collection 2, hits storefronts on 16^th May Combining classics like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and fan favourite brawlers like Power Stone 2 in one knockout package, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 comes chock-full of new features including online play with rollback netcode and quality-of-life updates across all eight games!

As a preorder bonus, players will unlock rearranged versions of Soy Sauce for Geese and Rival Schools Medley by CAP-JAMS, available for listening within the in-game Museum!

Additional Highlights from Capcom Spotlight

• Ōkami™ + Kunitsu-Gami Bundle – Fans excited for the Ōkami sequel should check out this bundle bursting with beautiful Japanese-inspired worlds. Alongside Ōkami HD, the package contains The Game Awards 2024 Best Sim/Strategy Game nominee Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, which also features special Ōkami collaboration items!
•  Street Fighter™ 6 – The fiery Mai hits the streets in Street Fighter 6! Mai joins the roster as the third Year 2 character for Street Fighter 6, alongside M. Bison and Terry, with the upcoming fan-favourite Elena rounding out the roster! Be sure to also check out this month’s new “Say Hello to Mai!” Fighting Pass with items related to Mai and SNK’s Fatal Fury series!
•  Capcom Cup 11 – The pinnacle of Street Fighter™ esports returns with Capcom Cup 11, bringing the hype from the 5^th – 9^th of March 2025, with a grand prize of $1 million! Tickets to the event at the famed Ryogoku Kokugikan sumo arena in Tokyo, Japan, are available now, and those watching from home can tune in live on YouTube and Twitch!