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Capcom’s president credits the company’s rebound to a shift away from auteur-led titles toward a team-based development approach, rebuilding each game from the ground up and embracing short-term risk to deliver hits like Resident Evil 7, Monster Hunter World, and Street Fighter 6 after a rough 2010s period.
Capcom is showcasing eight games at Tokyo Game Show, including Resident Evil Requiem, Onimusha, Pragmata, and Street Fighter 6, with a livestream scheduled to share the latest news, hinting at potential announcements and demos for upcoming titles.
Phoenix Labs is set to release a major update for its free-to-play RPG, Dauntless, on December 5th, called 'Awakening'. This overhaul introduces a new seasonal progression system, a new Behemoth monster, Karkonos, and a new map, Twilight’s Domain. Players can unlock weapons and armor through weekly challenges, with additional rewards available via a paid 'Hunt Pass'. The update also enhances the First-Time User Experience and enables full cross-progression, alongside a Steam launch. These changes aim to revitalize the game, which has been somewhat forgotten since its 2019 release.
Capcom is collaborating with TiMi Studios to develop 'Monster Hunter Outlanders,' an open-world RPG spinoff for mobile devices. The game will feature core elements of the Monster Hunter series, such as exploring, hunting, and crafting, while incorporating live service and social features typical of mobile games. It will support solo and co-op play for up to four players. Although no release date has been announced, Capcom plans to conduct several play tests before the official launch.
Summer Game Fest 2024 promises a wide array of video game reveals and announcements from various developers and publishers. Key highlights include potential updates on Spider-Man 2 DLC, Monster Hunter Wilds, Dragon Age: Dreadwolf, and Alan Wake 2. Major players like Sony, Xbox, and EA are expected to showcase new content, while indie and mid-size developers will also present their latest projects. Fans can look forward to trailers, updates, and possibly some surprise reveals.
Capcom reminds Monster Hunter fans about the upcoming shutdown of online services for Monster Hunter games on the 3DS and Wii U, including the inability to redownload DLC once the services end. The shutdown is scheduled for April 8th, 2024, and players will still be able to engage in local multiplayer after the online services cease. This follows Nintendo's recent closures of eShops for these platforms and the end of the ability to merge unused eShop funds to a Nintendo Account.
Capcom has announced a Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary collaboration for Street Fighter 6, featuring a new Fighting Pass with Rathalos armor set as the main prize for premium rewards, alongside other Monster Hunter-themed content. The pass will also include three tracks from Street Fighter 3: Second Impact and is set to launch on April 1, with a premium version costing 250 Fighter Coins and a free pass available with fewer rewards.
Capcom announces a Monster Hunter 20th anniversary collaboration for Street Fighter 6, allowing players to explore the Battle Hub in Rathalos Armor and take photos in a redesigned space; set to launch in April for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam.
Capcom's Monster Hunter: World has surpassed 25 million in worldwide shipments and digital sales, setting a new record-high for single-title sales in the series' 20th anniversary year. The game, which first launched in 2018, has become Capcom's best-selling title of all time within a month of its release, and the Monster Hunter series has now exceeded 97 million units in cumulative sales. Additionally, a new title, Monster Hunter Wilds, is scheduled for release in 2025, as Capcom continues to leverage its game development capabilities to create highly entertaining gameplay experiences.
Monster Hunter World, considered the best game in the series, is experiencing a surge in player count on Steam following the announcement of Monster Hunter Wilds at The Game Awards and a Capcom event encouraging players to return. The Steam player count has reached its highest in over three years, with tens of thousands of players returning or joining the game. Capcom is offering discounts and providing tutorials and livestreams to attract both veterans and new players. The base version of Monster Hunter World is currently 67% off on Steam.
Capcom has announced the next major entry in the Monster Hunter series, titled Monster Hunter Wilds, which is set to release on multiple next-generation platforms in 2025. However, there is no mention of Nintendo platforms at this time. The game will feature detailed creatures and ecosystems, and more information will be revealed in the future.
Capcom has announced Monster Hunter Wild, a new game in the Monster Hunter series, which will be released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC in 2025.
Capcom acknowledges that Street Fighter 6 may not achieve the same level of sales as their other major franchises like Resident Evil and Monster Hunter, but they are content with its performance. The company plans to expand sales over the long term and promote the game through esports activities to grow the fighting game fanbase. Despite slower sales after the initial launch, Capcom sees Street Fighter 6 as a long-term investment and aims to support it for years to come. They hope to reach 10 million units sold and are focused on providing continued support and development for the game.
Capcom's popular creature, Rathalos, from the Monster Hunter series, is set to appear in a crossover event with Exoprimal, a game about warriors battling dinosaurs with sci-fi technology. The event, starting on January 18, 2024, will feature a boss fight with Rathalos, allowing players to slice off its tail. Additionally, new skins based on Monster Hunter armor, including Rathalos and Kirin sets, will be added to Exoprimal. The collaboration between Monster Hunter and Exoprimal is a natural fit, given that both franchises are owned by Capcom.
Capcom has announced plans to release a "major" unannounced title before March 2024, which is speculated to be a new Monster Hunter game or possibly for other key franchises like Resident Evil or Street Fighter. The release of this game is expected to help the company reach its end-of-year sales targets.