The game is famously "Zelda-like" in structure, but its soul belongs to ancient Japan. Characters like the bumbling hero Susano and the maiden Kushinada are modern twists on classical legends. Even the main villain, Yami , represents a deeper philosophical battle between light and "The Emperor of Everlasting Darkness." The Legacy Continues
Despite its age, the game’s hand-drawn aesthetic has kept it from ever looking "dated." Recently, excitement has surged again with the announcement of a long-awaited . Developed by CLOVERS —a studio led by original creator Hideki Kamiya —the upcoming Okami 2 is being built in the RE Engine to finally realize the creative scope Capcom couldn't achieve two decades ago. The game is famously "Zelda-like" in structure, but
At its heart, Ōkami is a reimagining of Shinto mythology. You play as , the sun goddess, who descends to the land of Nippon in the form of a regal white wolf. Accompanied by the tiny, foul-mouthed "wandering artist" Issun , your goal is to restore life to a world choked by the darkness of the eight-headed serpent Orochi . The Celestial Brush: Art as an Action Developed by CLOVERS —a studio led by original