Forge Bonds, Slay Demons! Demon Slayer -Kimetsu No Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Out Now
(Press Release)
SEGA is proud to announce that Aniplex's Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is now available on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Players with the Deluxe Edition of the Steam® version can also start playing today.
Additionally, we have released the fourth promotional video, which highlights both the Story Mode and the VS Mode.
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 |Game Trailer #4
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2picks up where the last game left off, allowing you to embark on the next chapter of Tanjiro Kamado's journey. In VS Mode, choose from a roster of over 40 characters from the series, including all 9 Hashira, and face off against opponents online and offline!
*The release date for the Steam® version is August 6, 2025.
Read on to learn more about the mechanics unveiled in the showcase!
Story Mode
Continue where Tanjiro's journey left off in the first Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles.
Fight your way through the events of the Entertainment District Arc, Swordsmith Village Arc, and Hashira Training Arc from the anime adaptation!
VS Mode
Over 40 characters are playable, including the 9 Hashira, Upper Rank demons like Gyokko and Zohakuten, and the colorful characters of Kimetsu Academy. Choose your favorites and set up your dream matchups!
Hashira Joins as Playable Characters
All nine Hashira, the highest-ranking Demon-Slayer swordsmen: Giyu Tomioka (Water Hashira), Kyojuro Rengoku (Flame Hashira), Tengen Uzui (Sound Hashira), Muichiro Tokito (Mist Hashira), Shinobu Kocho (Insect Hashira), Mitsuri Kanroji (Love Hashira), Obanai Iguro (Serpent Hashira), Sanemi Shinazugawa (Wind Hashira), and Gyomei Himejima (Stone Hashira) have been made into playable characters.
Dual Ultimates
Players will be able to team up through certain character combinations to unleash stylish new Dual Ultimates to devastate your opponent. Use this power of forged bonds to your advantage!
The Path of a Demon Slayer
A new mode where players can revisit the story of the previous game through battles and cinematic scenes from the Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc, and the Mugen Train Arc.
Gear
Wearable items that boost your character's attack or recover health during battle. Personalize your character's equipment and take on Story and VS Mode!
Mastery
The more you use a character in Story and VS Mode, the more their mastery will increase.
Raising their mastery will grant you a variety of rewards that can be used to create a unique Slayer ID!
Training Paths
A new mode where you get to train under a Hashira of your choice. Battle against a series of opponents before testing your mettle against the Hashira!
New fighters to be released in post-launch updates!
Muzan Kibutsuji will join the VS Mode roster via a free update, and even more characters are set to arrive as part of the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Character Pass. Stay tuned for details!
| Physical Edition（PlayStation®5、Nintendo Switch™) | |
|---|---|
| Available Products | Standard Edition： Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 base game |
| Digital Edition（PlayStation®5、PlayStation®4、Nintendo Switch™、Xbox Series X|S、Xbox One、PC(Steam®)） | |
| Available Products | Standard Edition: Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 base game Digital Edition Bonus Playable Character Early Unlock Tokens: Academy Kyojuro, Academy Tengen Deluxe Edition: Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 base game Playable Character Early Unlock Tokens: Tengen Uzui, Obanai Iguro, Sanemi Shinazugawa, Gyomei Himejima Battle Attire: Tanjiro/Inosuke's Kimono (Entertainment District), Tengen Uzui's Shinobi Attire System Voices in VS Mode: Upper Rank Demon Set (Akaza, Daki, Gyutaro, Gyokko, Zohakuten) Digital Edition Bonus Playable Character Early Unlock Tokens: Academy Kyojuro, Academy Tengen |
| Save Data Bonus Overview | |
| Contents | If you have Save Data from Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles or Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! On the same platform, you can receive the bonuses listed below! *Save Data must be from the same region to receive the bonuses. You cannot sync data from the Japanese version by Aniplex with the Asia version by SEGA. Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles Save Data Bonus： Playable Character Early Unlock Tokens：Academy Tanjiro, Academy Nezuko, Academy Zenitsu, Academy Inosuke, Academy Giyu, Academy Shinobu Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! Save Data Bonus： Playable Character Early Unlock Tokens: Hinatsuru, Makio, and Suma Battle Attire Early Unlock Tokens: Hinatsuru, Makio, and Suma Kimono (Meal Prep) |
*Early Unlock Tokens let you play as the aforementioned characters in VS Mode from the start of the game.
*Battle Attire can be used in VS Mode.
*VS Mode system voices can be configured within VS Mode. (Examples include "Fight" "That's enough" etc.)
*Pre-order bonuses for the Digital Edition can be obtained by reserving the game before its release.
*Save data linkage bonuses can only be applied on the same platform.
*You must pay for a subscription on the platform you're using to play online.
*You must update the game to the latest version to play online.
*Contents and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*The digital edition bonus does not expire.
*The digital edition bonus may be released at a later date.
*Product Codes are valid for 1 year after the game's launch.
About the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Anime
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on the manga series by Koyoharu Gotoge published under SHUEISHA's JUMP COMICS, which consists of 23 volumes and over 150 million copies in publication. The animation production is by ufotable.
The story begins when Tanjiro Kamado, a boy whose family is killed by a demon, joins the Demon Slayer Corps to turn his younger sister Nezuko back into a human after she is transformed into a demon. In April 2019, the TV anime series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba first premiered with the Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc, followed by the release of the feature film Mugen Train in October 2020, and the TV series Mugen Train Arc and Entertainment District Arc from 2021 through 2022.
Starting in February 2023, the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Swordsmith Village- World Tour kicked off, followed by the TV adaptation of the Swordsmith Village Arc airing and streaming in April. In February 2024, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Hashira Training- was released in movie theaters worldwide featuring a special theatrical screening in over 145 countries and regions - surpassing the previous year's release. The TV series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc was broadcast and streamed online in May.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle’s first movie is confirmed to arrive in theatres on July 18th, 2025, in Japan.
The series has captivated audiences worldwide with its tragic tale of humans and demons, riveting sword fights, charming characters, and comical scenes.
Website：https://demonslayer-anime.com/
Product Overview:
| Title | Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 |
|---|---|
| Release Date | August 1, 2025 *The Digital Deluxe Edition on Steam® includes Early Access, making the game playable from August 1. *Steam® Version Release Date is August 6, 2025 |
| Platforms | PlayStation®5／PlayStation®4／Nintendo Switch™／Xbox Series X|S／Xbox One／Steam® |
| Languages | Japanese / English Voiceover English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese Subtitles |
| Players | 1–2 (online mode available) |
| Production | Aniplex Inc. |
| Developed | CyberConnect2 |
| Publisher | SEGA CORPORATION |
| Website | https://asia.sega.com/kimetsu_hinokami2/en/ |
| SEGA Asia Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/sega.asia.EN |
| Copyright | ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable ©DEMON SLAYER KIMETSU NO YAIBA THE HINOKAMI CHRONICLES 2 COMMITTEE |
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