The announcement of a sequel to the beloved adventure game Ōkami at The Game Awards last year sparked widespread excitement among fans. Despite this enthusiasm, details about the new game remain scarce. In a recent interview with IGN, project leads from Capcom shed some light on what to expect. Producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi confirmed that the Ōkami sequel is a direct continuation of the story from the original game. When asked about the presence of the great god Amaterasu in the trailer shown at TGAs, director Hideki Kamiya teased with a cryptic "I wonder...", but Hirabayashi quickly affirmed that it was indeed Amaterasu.

While the confirmation of Amaterasu's return might not surprise fans, the question of how the sequel would address the legacy of Ōkami has been a topic of much speculation. Notably, there already exists a sequel, Ōkamiden, released for the Nintendo DS. This game follows Amaterasu's child, Chibiterasu, and includes several characters from the original. However, Ōkamiden received mixed reviews, partly due to its platform and the absence of key original team members like Kamiya.

Addressing the feedback on Ōkamiden, Hirabayashi acknowledged the fans' sentiments, stating, "We know that there are fans out there that like the game, of course. And we also know the feedback on the game out there, of how the story was taken and now how perhaps parts of the story weren’t aligning with what people were expecting. With that, we also have the sequel now that, as we explained before, is a continuation from the story of the original base Ōkami. That's how we're going to phrase it."

The original Ōkami's ending sets the stage for a sequel by showing Amaterasu and another character embarking on a new journey, leaving ample room for fresh narratives and challenges. However, fans will have to wait patiently for more details. The team confirmed that the Ōkami sequel is still in its very early stages of development. Hirabayashi noted their eagerness to share the news early, but cautioned, "It might take a little bit of time before we might talk again."

For those eager to learn more, the full interview with the leads of the Ōkami sequel is available for review. This glimpse into the future of Ōkami promises to keep the legacy alive and well, building directly on the foundation laid by the original game.