The Onimusha franchise, originating with the PlayStation 2 classic Onimusha: Warlords in 2001, is experiencing a revival with a remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny slated for May 23, 2025, alongside the upcoming release of Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Original director Motohide Eshiro reflects on remastering the game, addressing challenges like updating graphics for modern consoles and ensuring a faithful representation of late voice actor YÅ«saku Matsuda. He discusses the future of traditional gaming styles like pre-rendered backgrounds, suggesting that they can still find relevance with the right projects.
The remastering of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny comes after the franchise's revival, including a new game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, expected next year.
Motohide Eshiro discussed the challenges of updating a PlayStation 2 game for modern platforms and the importance of accurately representing late actor YÅ«saku Matsuda in the remaster.
Eshiro emphasized the ongoing possibilities for games utilizing pre-rendered backgrounds and locked-off cameras, stating that future projects could explore these styles if the concept is right.
The journey of the Onimusha franchise has led to exciting remastering efforts and developments, showcasing both nostalgia and innovation in game design.
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