Wii Okami Fact Sheet

Following from our Okami (Best. Game. Ever!) news earlier today, Capcom have released a fact sheet on the Wii game:

• Innovative gameplay and control scheme optimized for the Wii - Defeating monsters requires both motion-controlled physical attacks, but also use of the Wii Remote as Amaterasu’s ‘Celestial Brush’ to paint the desired powers for decimating enemies and solving puzzles.
• Create and destroy at will - Play as a god to re-establish order and beauty to a world laid barren by evil.
• Intense action-packed battles – Rooted in Japanese folklore, fight against a diverse line-up of demons and monsters.
• Utilize various gameplay styles – In addition to the Celestial Brush, Amaterasu can wield three types of offensive weaponry, each with their own unique abilities and effects. Depending on how a weapon is equipped, it can be used as the main or sub weapon:
o Reflectors – These well-balanced weapons are suited for close range combat
o Rosaries– Sacred magatama beads are great for quick long range attacks
o Glaives – These can be charged up to unleash powerful close range attacks
• Intriguing main character – Assume the role of the sun god, Amaterasu, who descends upon the earth in the form of a wolf. The Japanese translation of the word wolf is ”Okami”.
• Original visuals and revolutionary design– Vibrant and inspiring graphics, reminiscent of traditional Japanese art created on paper scrolls, produce a large variety of stages with a watercolor-esque appearance.
• Interact with a unique and dynamic cast of characters.

‘Waggle controls’ as you’re fighting? Could be alright I guess. The Celestial Brush is a no-brainer. None of the other features listed are specific to the Wii version of the game. Hopefully the Wii version will be more than a direct port with ‘waggle’ controls? There’s so much potential…


While we wait for more information (if any) about this title, why not read Emily's review of the PS2 game? Once you have done that, feel free to read my very own unofficial, not biased in any way review. ;)