Capcom has officially launched a teaser website to commemorate the 20th anniversary of its iconic action-adventure masterpiece, Okami. While the full site is scheduled to go live in April, the current portal features a new commemorative logo penned by Masumi Narita, the award-winning calligrapher who also designed the original game’s title art. The anniversary on April 20, 2026, promises to be a year-long celebration of the “bonds” shared between the sun goddess Amaterasu and her global fan base.
Originally released on the PlayStation 2 in 2006, Okami was the penultimate project from the legendary Clover Studio. Directed by Hideki Kamiya, the game reimagined Japanese folklore through a stunning Sumi-e (ink wash) art style and introduced the Celestial Brush—a revolutionary mechanic that allowed players to pause time and draw symbols on the screen to manifest miracles. Despite struggling commercially during its initial launch at the end of the PS2’s lifecycle, Okami earned universal acclaim and multiple “Game of the Year” awards. Its legacy has only grown through numerous remasters, cementing its status as one of the most artistically significant video games ever made.
Capcom’s teaser message thanks the community for “connecting with Okami over the past 20 years” and confirms that several commemorative projects are in the works.
Anniversary Concert: The first major event revealed is the “Okami 20th Anniversary Concert – Okami Sound Picture Scroll,” scheduled for April 29, 2026.
Merchandise & Goods: The site promises a new line of anniversary-exclusive merchandise, likely featuring the newly revealed calligraphy logo.
Future News: Fans are also expecting updates regarding the development of the recently announced Okami Sequel during the April celebration.
Perhaps the biggest reason for the renewed excitement is the ongoing development of the long-awaited follow-up. Announced in late 2024, the “Okami Sequel” (official title TBD) marks a historic return for Hideki Kamiya, who is directing the project at his newly formed studio, CLOVERS. The project is a collaborative effort involving Capcom veterans at M-TWO and Machine Head Works, many of whom worked on the original 2006 title.
By bringing back the original creative core, the sequel aims to fulfill a “20-year-old promise” to continue Amaterasu’s story. While the teaser site currently focuses on the franchise’s history, Capcom has hinted that the 20th anniversary will serve as a bridge into this “brighter future” for the series.
