Become the blade that destroys demons! Ahead of its full launch this Friday, October 15, Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles is now available for those who ordered the Digital Deluxe Edition of the game! You still have time to grab this edition as well, so be sure to visit the Xbox Store to see all the other great bonuses you’ll receive by upgrading.
Take up the sword as Tanjiro Kamado, a kindhearted boy who after selling charcoal for a living, finds his family slaughtered by a demon. To make matters worse, his younger sister Nezuko, the sole survivor, has been transformed into a demon herself. Though devastated by this grim reality, Tanjiro resolves to become a “demon slayer” so that he can turn his sister back into a human and kill the demon that massacred his family. A sorrowful tale of siblings in which the fates of humans and demons intertwine… begins now!
Whether you’re a long-time fan or a complete newcomer, The Hinokami Chronicles is a spectacular arena fighter from the team at CyberConnect2 that delivers plenty of exciting action and drama anyone can enjoy. From the gorgeous visuals to the highly fluid animation, this is a game you need to see to believe.
While seemingly simple on the surface, the combat in The Hinokami Chronicles is as complex as you want it to be, with combos, launchers, jump canceling, dodge canceling, parrying, push blocks, knockbacks, and more. Then you have a boost mode that increases your character’s strength, and to top it all off, there are the downright jaw-dropping super moves called “Ultimate Arts” attacks that are always a real sight to behold.
This is further expanded upon with players being able to select a companion to bring with them into battle. Now, the potential actions of your companion are tied to a two-part support gauge. Each support action consumes part of this gauge, whether you decide to call in your support to assist you, or by switching to that character.
Keep in mind, you and your support character share the same health bar, so some healthy strategy is key to succeed. Suffice to say, there’s plenty of depth to explore here, and we’re excited to see what players will be able to pull off amid combat.
We also have big plans following the launch of The Hinokami Chronicles as playable demons will be added to the Versus mode of the game in a series of free post-launch updates. Please stay tuned to the official Hinokami Chronicles website and social accounts on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for all the latest!
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles Digital Deluxe Edition
SEGA
[Launch Edition Bonus]
Character Unlock Keys – Kimetsu Academy Giyu Tomioka, Kimetsu Academy Shinobu Kocho
Early Access – Available from October 13, 16:00 UTC
[Digital Deluxe Edition Content]
· Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles Game
· Character Unlock Keys – Kimetsu Academy Nezuko Kamado, Kimetsu Academy Zenitsu Agatsuma, Kimetsu Academy Inosuke Hashibira
· In-game Costumes – Butterfly Mansion Patient Wear for Tanjiro Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, Inosuke Hashibira
· Kimetsu Points (8,000 Points)
· Digital Version Bonus: Character Unlock Key – Kimetsu Academy Tanjiro Kamado
*Character Unlock Keys allow immediate access to play as the indicated characters in Versus mode.
*Kimetsu Points can be exchanged for in-game rewards. (8,000 Points can unlock access to 2 characters.)
*In-game Costumes can be used in Versus mode.
[Product Description]
Become the blade that destroys demons!
In solo play mode, walk the path of Tanjiro Kamado whose family is slaughtered and sister transformed into a demon. Experience the story depicted in the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” as Tanjiro fights to restore Nezuko’s humanity and battle the demon threat!
Play Versus mode, which allows up to 2 players to battle in offline or online 1v1 battles with any combination of characters, including Tanjiro Kamado and Nezuko Kamado! With simple controls and exhilarating gameplay, rise up to become the strongest of the Demon Slayers!
*A paid subscription to Xbox Live Gold is required to play Versus mode online.
*The latest patch is required to access online play.
*The content/specs may change without warning.
*The Digital Version Bonuses are permanent bonuses.
*The bonuses may be offered at a later time.
*Some of the items included in this set can be obtained through other products. Please be careful about duplicate purchases.
*30 FPS supported at launch.
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles
SEGA
[Launch Edition Bonus]
Character Unlock Keys – Kimetsu Academy Giyu Tomioka, Kimetsu Academy Shinobu Kocho
[Digital Standard Edition Content]
· Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles Game
· Digital Version Bonus: Character Unlock Key – Kimetsu Academy Tanjiro Kamado
*Character Unlock Keys allow immediate access to play as the indicated characters in Versus mode.
[Product Description]
Become the blade that destroys demons!
In solo play mode, walk the path of Tanjiro Kamado whose family is slaughtered and sister transformed into a demon. Experience the story depicted in the anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” as Tanjiro fights to restore Nezuko’s humanity and battle the demon threat!
Play Versus mode, which allows up to 2 players to battle in offline or online 1v1 battles with any combination of characters, including Tanjiro Kamado and Nezuko Kamado! With simple controls and exhilarating gameplay, rise up to become the strongest of the Demon Slayers!
*A paid subscription to Xbox Live Gold is required to play Versus mode online.
*The latest patch is required to access online play.
*The content/specs may change without warning.
*The Digital Version Bonuses are permanent bonuses.
*The bonuses may be offered at a later time.
*30 FPS supported at launch.
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Meet the Hashira of Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles
Source: Xbox Blog
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