Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is making a grand return in 2025 with a new game, Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2, following the success of its first game and the ongoing Infinity Castle movie trilogy. The franchise’s popularity has surged since the anime’s debut season, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down.
SEGA recently announced the sequel, slated for release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Steam, and Nintendo Switch in North America and Europe. A trailer showcasing the upcoming game has also been unveiled, giving fans a first glimpse of what’s to come.
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Key Enhancements in Hinokami Chronicles 2
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is scheduled for a 2025 release across multiple platforms. While the exact launch date is yet to be confirmed, SEGA has highlighted some key features differentiating it from the first game. The sequel’s Story Mode picks up where Hinokami Chronicles left off, encompassing the Entertainment District Arc, the Swordsmith Village Arc, and the Hashira Training Arc, all of which have been featured in the anime following its first season.
The Demon Slayer anime has concluded its television run after four seasons, showcasing Tanjiro and Nezuko Kamado confronting formidable demonic adversaries. With three new movies planned, focusing on the extensive Infinity Castle Arc from the original manga, Hinokami Chronicles 2 has a wealth of content to draw from, promising an expanded roster of playable characters.
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Expanded Roster of Playable Characters
In addition to the new story arcs, Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2‘s VS Mode will boast over 40 playable characters. This includes popular Hashira like the Love Hashira, Mitsuri Kanroji, and the Mist Hashira, Muichiro Tokito, who have become prominent figures in recent seasons. The roster incorporates all characters from the original Hinokami Chronicles, including those added through DLC, with all nine Hashira now playable.
Conclusion: A Promising Sequel for Demon Slayer Fans
Developed by CyberConnect2, known for their expertise in arena fighting games, Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 builds on the success of its predecessor, which sold over four million physical and digital copies. The sequel’s expanded story mode, encompassing popular arcs from the anime, and a larger roster of playable characters, including all nine Hashira, make it a highly anticipated release for fans. It remains to be seen what other surprises await players in the upcoming game and beyond.
