Kimetsu no Yaiba: Hinokami Keppuutan 2 reveals Gyokko and Zohakuten

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The long-awaited sequel to the game Kimetsu no Yaiba: Hinokami Keppuutan 2 ( The Hinokami Chronicles ) has just revealed three new playable characters that promise to shake up the battles.

Therefore, the feared demons of the Upper Moon Gyokko (玉壺) and Zohakuten (憎珀天), as well as the determined demon hunter Genya Shinazugawa (不死川玄弥). The title will be released on August 1, 2025 , with versions for PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One and PC (Steam) .

Kimetsu no Yaiba Hinokami Keppuutan 2

However, to celebrate the news, Aniplex released gameplay videos showcasing each character's unique abilities, highlighting their fighting styles and anime-accurate visuals. The animations adhere to developer CyberConnect2 , with stunning 3D models and fluid movement.

Genya Shinazugawa
Gyokko (玉壺)
Zohakuten (憎珀天)

In addition to the individual trailers, new images and official artwork based on the game's models were released, reinforcing the visual attention paid to each character. The previews show that the sequel is even more intense, promising thrilling combat and new strategies for fans of the franchise.

With the addition of these characters, Kimetsu no Yaiba: Hinokami Keppuutan 2 stands as an exciting evolution of the original game, further expanding the Demon Slayer on consoles.

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Source: Famitsu

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