Hideki Kamiya Opens Up on Okami Sequel: 'It's Better if You Don't Have Many Expectations'

Hideki Kamiya discussed the Okami sequel at Lucca Comics and Games Festival 2026, saying the project has become a mission for him and urging fans to temper their expectations. He said the sequel, in development at his new studio Clovers, will again aim to be enjoyable for both newcomers and experienced players. Kamiya added that his creative process has not changed in 20 years, except that he can now sense a mistake before it happens.