Capcom aims to continue reviving its inactive intellectual properties.

At the recent Game Awards, Capcom surprised attendees with the announcement of new installments in the Okami and Onimusha franchises, marking the first new titles in both series in 18 years, despite some ports and remasters during this time. This is just the beginning of a series of positive news, as the company has expressed its intention to revive and reboot its older properties. According to a recent statement, Capcom is "focused on reactivating inactive IPs that have not had a recent release."

Although the term "recently" may seem ambiguous—given that both franchises have not seen new entries in two decades—this is an encouraging step. The company aims to expand its portfolio of titles and increase its profitability "by leveraging its rich library of content to continuously produce high-quality and efficient titles."

Onimusha is an action game that allows players to take on the role of a swordsman with supernatural powers, facing relentless waves of monsters. Capcom hopes players will be eager to "smash and fight" against a multitude of opponents. In contrast, Okami focuses more on the artistic aspect rather than combat. In this game, you embody Amaterasu, the sun goddess in Shinto mythology, who manifests in the form of a wolf while seeking the powers of the Celestial Brush to help you progress in the game. The experience is colorful and deeply rooted in Japanese mythology, making the arrival of a new installment in this franchise exciting.

Earlier this year, Capcom conducted a survey to find out which franchises players would like to see return. Unsurprisingly, titles like Mega Man and Dino Crisis were among the most desired. For a time, it seemed unlikely that these series would make a comeback, but now Capcom hints that nostalgia may have a chance to resurface.