Demon Slayer - Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles, a video game adaptation of the popular anime series, is officially heading west.
CyberConnect2, a studio well-known for its anime adaptations, is handling Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles' development. CyberConnect 2 has previously worked on various Naruto games, as well as Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and the .hack series.
In the announcement, Sega revealed both a Digital and Digital Deluxe version, the latter of which will feature special cosmetics as well as early access to the game for $69.99. Sega is also planning a physical release for $59.99. In addition to early access, PS4, PS5, and Steam users who purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition will gain access to 13 unique avatars featuring Tanjiro and other characters.
Demon Slayer is being developed for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. It will release October 15 in North America and Europe, with Digital Deluxe Edition owners gaining access on October 13.