Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Confirms August Release in New Trailer

A new trailer for Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 video game has been released by publisher SEGA, which confirmed the game is set for a release in August. The new trailer is dedicated to the "The Entertainment District" arc:

The game will be released in Japan on August 1st, while those of us in the West will be waiting a little bit longer until August 5th. The game will be available on PlayStation 4 / 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox and Steam. Pre-orders for the game open tomorrow, March 3rd, except for Nintendo Switch which will follow later.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a sequel to the 2021 Hinokami Chronicles game which adapted the first season of the TV anime and the Mugen Train arc. Like the previous instalment, this game is being developed by CyberConnect2, who also worked on the Naruto Ninja Storm series of games. Both games include Japanese audio featuring the same cast as the successful TV series, as well as English dubs.

Publisher SEGA describes the game as follows:

In The Hinokami Chronicles 2, experience Tanjiro's journey through the Entertainment District Arc, Swordsmith Village Arc, and Hashira Training Arc firsthand! Select from a wide array of brand-new characters to play as, including Muichiro Tokito and Mitsuri Kanroji, the two Hashira who take on an Upper Rank demon in the Swordsmith Village Arc. Master Love Breathing and annihilate your foes! Certain pairings of characters can now use Dual Ultimates! Unleash their combined might on your enemies!

Source: SEGA YouTube channel, Official Website