| Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba The Hinokami Chronicles 2 | |||
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| Release Date | Gameplay & Story | DLC & Pre-Order | Review |
| Release Date | |
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| August 5, 2025 More Details |
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| Genre | |
| Action, 3D Fighter | |
| Platforms | Price (MSRP) |
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$59.99 |
| Developer | Publisher |
| CyberConnect2 | SEGA |
| Number of Players | Age Rating |
| 1-2 | ESRB-M |
| Time to Finish | Cross Platform Play |
| 10-12 Hours | No |
| Official Website | Official Website for Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2 |
Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Latest News
⚫︎ Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 has a PlayStation Tournament from May 1 to May 31. Exclusive digital prizes will be given to the grand winner up to the fourth placer, as well as a participation prize.
⚫︎ Shinobu Kocho joins the roster on April 17 as part of the first Infinity Castle Character Pass. She will be available as a standalone purchase or through the season pass for use in Versus Mode.
⚫︎ Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 DLC character Giyu Tomioka will be launching on March 12. Giyu (Infinity Castle) is available through the "Infinity Castle – Part 1 Character Pass" or the "Giyu Tomioka (Infinity Castle) Character Pack."
⚫︎ Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 DLC character Tanjiro Kamado launches February 13. Tanjiro (Infinity Castle) is available through the "Infinity Castle – Part 1 Character Pass" or the "Tanjiro Kamado (Infinity Castle) Character Pack."
Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Overview
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a 3D action 3D fighter game developed by CyberConnect2 and published by SEGA. It is scheduled for release on August 5, 2025, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam in North America and Europe.
This sequel introduces a new story mode, allowing players to experience the events of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba from the Entertainment District Arc, Swordsmith Village Arc, and Hashira Training Arc through the perspective of Tanjiro. The game will feature over 40 playable characters in VS mode, along with new gameplay elements, dual ultimates, gear customization, and mini-games.
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Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Gameplay
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a 3D anime fighting game that builds upon the mechanics of its predecessor. Players can choose from over 40 characters from the Demon Slayer universe. Battles are fought in 3D arenas, where players control a main fighter and can swap with a support character to perform assists and extend combos. Since both characters share a single health bar, strategic switching is crucial to maintaining momentum.
The game’s combat revolves around light and heavy attacks, with dashes and parries allowing for aggressive or defensive play. Players can guard against enemy attacks or sidestep to evade damage, making positioning an important aspect of battle.
Each character has three unique special moves tied to their breathing techniques or Blood Demon Arts, which consume a regenerating special meter. Landing enough hits fills the Ultimate Gauge, allowing players to unleash powerful cinematic Ultimate Art attacks.
Additionally, combatants can activate Boost Mode to temporarily enhance their attack power and speed, while Surge Mode provides an even stronger boost, enabling nearly limitless combo potential.
The game features two main modes: Story Mode and VS Mode.
Story Mode
Story Mode continues from the first game, allowing players to control Tanjiro and his allies as they experience key events from the Entertainment District Arc, Swordsmith Village Arc, and Hashira Training Arc. This mode also introduces mini-games, such as a shamisen rhythm game, and explorable locations, including the Entertainment District.
VS Mode
VS Mode offers a roster of over 40 playable characters, including the nine Hashira, alongside fighters from the original game, free post-launch updates, and the Entertainment District DLC packs. New gameplay elements such as Dual Ultimates and Gear have also been added. Players can take on challenges in both online and offline battles.
Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Characters
Tanjiro Kamado
In the sequel, Tanjiro has moved past his reliance on Water Breathing, with his moveset now fully centered on the Hinokami Kagura. This version of Tanjiro is a high-pressure offensive fighter, utilizing searing flame-based strikes that can break through an opponent's guard more effectively than in the previous game.
His gameplay loop focuses on managing "stamina burn," as his Sun Breathing techniques deal massive damage but require precise timing to avoid leaving him vulnerable to counters.
Nezuko Kamado
Reflecting her transformation during the battle against Daki, Nezuko’s "Awakened" or Advanced Demon Form shifts her from a support-style fighter to a frontline bruiser. She gains significant reach with her kicks and claw swipes, and her unique Blood Demon Art: Exploding Blood now functions as a persistent area-of-effect hazard.
Her most notable mechanic is her enhanced regeneration, which allows her to recover grey health
faster than any other character, making her incredibly difficult to knock out in a war of attrition.
Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Trailers
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 | New Features Trailer
Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Announcement Trailer
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