For many players, Okami is the definition of an underrated classic. On April 20, 2026, the game reaches its 20th anniversary—matching the date of its 2006 Japanese launch on PlayStation 2—so the celebration naturally feels like a symbolic return to where it began.
So far, Capcom has only shared a short message: anniversary plans are in preparation, and fans should stay tuned.
At the same time, the company released fresh anniversary art featuring Amaterasu and Issun in the familiar ink-brush style. It reads like a warm-up move: start with a visual tease, then follow with the real announcements later.
In other words, this anniversary likely won’t stop at a simple congratulatory image.
The Sequel Is the Real Story Here
The key context is the sequel reveal. At The Game Awards 2024, a new Okami project was officially announced, and longtime series figure Hideki Kamiya was brought back—an important signal for fans who care about creative continuity.
That makes this 20th-anniversary campaign a likely stage for further sequel updates.
Capcom Has Been Reviving Old IP—But This Case Is Different
Capcom has been successfully reviving legacy IP in recent years, from Resident Evil to Devil May Cry. But Okami occupies a different space: its value is tied not just to mechanics, but to artistic identity, mythic tone, and cultural texture.
So the real question is whether Capcom is simply marking a milestone—or preparing a major new push for one of its most distinctive properties.