Will we get Sekiro 2?
As an avid gamer and FromSoftware enthusiast, the question on all our minds is: will the studio treat us to a sequel for its samurai-action masterpiece Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice? I‘ve dug into rumors, tea leaves, and industry chatter to assess if our wishes will come true.
Why We Want More
Let‘s start with remembering why a Sekiro continuation would excite so many:
- Fresh take on iconic Gothic style – Sekiro stood out even among FromSoftware‘s stellar portfolio with its fluid Shinobi prosthetic combat and lush Japanese mythology aesthetic.
- High benchmark for challenge -While extremely tough, Sekiro hit that sweet spot of always feeling surmountable with practice and mastery for dedicated players.
- GOTY Awards Glory – Sekiro cleaned up 2019 Game of the Year awards, hinting at massive critical and fan appeal.
With such unique mechanics, creative enemies and environments, and overwhelmingly positive reception, Sekiro left players eager to continue Wolf‘s redemption journey.
What We Know So Far
Official details from FromSoftware are sparse, as expected. However, intriguing rumors have swirled:
- Pre-Game Awards leaks in late 2022 claimed Sekiro 2 was set to appear.
- FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki said Elden Ring would influence future open world exploration games they develop. Could this apply to a Sekiro sequel?
Additionally, some known facts fuel anticipations:
| 2019 Game of the Year Awards | Sekiro won GOTY at The Game Awards, Golden Joysticks, and more in 2019. |
| 5 million units sold * | Sekiro reached this sales milestone faster than any FromSoftware game. |
(Sales estimate via GamesIndustry.biz)
The acclaim and commercial success bode well! So what might the tea leaves be telling us?
Reading Between the Lines
Veteran industry journalist and reputable Miyazaki source Jason Schreier tweeted in late 2022:
"Last I heard Sekiro was not getting a sequel but hard to rule anything out!"
While not a confirmation by any means, this suggests it has at least been in talks behind closed doors.
Eurogamer also assessed that FromSoftware‘s next title after Elden Ring would not be a new IP based on reliable insider info from sources close to the studio.
Piecing clues together points to Sekiro 2 not being an implausible stretch for FromSoftware’s future roadmap!
The Waiting is the Hardest Part
Like a patient Shinobi perched silently in shadows, fans eagerly await even a whisper of confirmation around a return to Sekiro’s gorgeous mythological Japan setting and innovative combat.
FromSoftware is masterful at cultivating mystery and anticipation around upcoming projects. While they focus promotional efforts on newly released Elden Ring, eyes now peer ahead for what this beloved studio has in store next.
Will Wolf’s grappling prosthetic find renewed purpose in a stunning sequel? My gamer’s intuition – and appetite for challenge – craves to see the visionary magic of Sekiro’s world expanded. Perhaps with a few more years of patience, our loyalty will be rewarded.
Now we resume our watchful waiting for the glory of victory to come once more…
