Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2

August 5, 2025

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Critic Reviews (34)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Aug 2025
83.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

86.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 brought me back to the glory days of anime fighters and made me excited for what the future has in store for the genre. 👹"

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Alejandro Morillas IGN Spain Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

80.0

"A sequel that continues the story but effectively corrects the mistakes of the first installment. Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is, at last, the adaptation of the series that fans deserved. One of the best arena fighters in recent …"

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Arturo Perrotta IGN Italy Aug 2025
65.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

65.0

"The second chapter of The Hinokami Chronicles boasts good aesthetic and narrative fidelity to the reference work, but does not shine in terms of content and innovation."

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Asura Kagawa GamesCreed Aug 2025
66.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

70.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 doesn&s;t reinvent the formula, but it doesn&s;t need to. CyberConnect2 delivers a visually stunning, faithful adaptation with sharp combat, cinematic boss battles, and a roster packed with personality."

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Cody Medellin Worth Playing Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

82.0

Gameplay

86.0

Story

74.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a better sequel in just about every way. While the actual fighting mechanics remain unchanged due to the absence of new additions, more characters from the start and expansions to …"

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Cristian M. Villa Areajugones Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

68.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a competent game, especially for fans of the series. There are some cool additions, like dual ultimates which will let you create some dream teams and perform beuatiful cinematic finishing …"

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Danny Neleman Retrolike.net Aug 2025
78.0 /100

Graphics

20.0

Gameplay

20.0

Story

20.0

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles 2 puts story above all else. The game succeeds in retelling the anime with care, mixing anime footage and in-engine cutscenes into a production that feels true to the source. The …"

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Emanuel Santos ProjectN Aug 2025
86.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

94.0

Story

87.0

"Despite the oversaturation of anime fighting games, Kimetsu no Yaiba – Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles manages to stand out by offering an interactive immersion into the anime’s events. The game invests in ranked modes that demand planning and mastery …"

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Farley Santos GameBlast Aug 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

65.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 offers more content and modes compared to the first game, maintaining its stunning visuals and accessible combat that fans of the anime will enjoy. The new equipment system and Training Paths …"

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George Foster RPG Site Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

80.0

"By having a healthier roster, slightly tweaked combat, and two of the best arcs in the whole series, The Hinokami Chronicles 2 still stands as a worthy sequel, and one that I hope is surpassed even more by the inevitable …"

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Heidi Hawes WayTooManyGames Aug 2025
85.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

85.0

"CyberConnect2 took the formula from the first successful game and added even more polish and depth, making Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 a must-play if you’re already a fan, or have ever even simply been …"

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Joao Victor Manual dos Games Aug 2025
83.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

60.0

"The game is a faithful and heartfelt addition for Demon Slayer fans, offering a fun, varied campaign and solid multiplayer. Technically and artistically polished, it excels in simplicity and fan service. However, newcomers may find it lacking in complexit, and …"

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Joel Gralton ani-game.com Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

79.0

Story

81.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a textbook example of a sequel that doesn’t reinvent the wheel but makes the ride smoother and more exciting. It builds on what worked in the first game, adds more …"

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Jonathan Toyad Kakuchopurei Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

70.0

"Fans of the Demon Slayer anime and manga will definitely want to pick this 3D fighter up, as it recaps the continuing saga of Tanjiro and co. Non-fans can appreciate the colourful graphics and truncated anime plot in the single-player …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Aug 2025
80.0 /100

"While I may not be familiar with any of the anime the game is based around, there is no question that its gameplay is gorgeous, and its storylines are utterly bonkers"

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Justin Wood CGMagazine Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

62.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a good continuation adaptation of the anime."

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Liam Ferguson Game Rant Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

70.0

"Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 isn&s;t trying to reinvent the wheel, but CyberConnect2 has once again proved that it doesn&s;t need to."

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Lucas White Shacknews Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

72.0

"Newcomers can expect an exciting adaptation of the anime relative to other games of its kind, and a shallow, but thrilling combat system that’s more interested in spectacle than challenge or raw skill. CyberConnect2 knows how to make an anime …"

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Marco Corazza Uagna Aug 2025
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

90.0

"Compared to the first chapter, The Hinokami Chronicles 2 brings a significant leap forward to our screens and a total approach to the Demon Slayer anime, complete with breathtaking scenes, battles and animations, bringing us up to speed and preparing …"

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Marco Licandro Console-Tribe Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

76.0

"Hinokami Chronicles isn’t exactly the sequel I was hoping for. Alongside a campaign that is excellent in many respects, the game offers a graphical and technical compartment identical to the previous one, weighed down by substantial gameplay changes that result …"

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Miguel Moran TheSixthAxis Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

72.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a well-crafted game and a major step up from the prior entry, but it isn&s;t the kind of groundbreaking or unique experience that will get casual fans or non-fans invested …"

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Paulo Roberto Montanaro PSX Brasil Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

85.0

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a beautiful example of adaptation and a clear evolution compared to the first game in the series. The sequel greatly expands the cast, refines the exploration, narrative, and combat …"

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Pramath GamingBolt Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

76.0

"A must-play for Demon Slayer and shonen anime fans, though newcomers will also find plenty to enjoy despite minor flaws."

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Rayan Sayyed IGN India Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 nails the presentation of its anime story arcs with gorgeous cutscenes and exciting boss fights. It’s a fun way to relive the series and mess around with a larger roster of characters. But online …"

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Richard Seagrave GameSpew Aug 2025
80.0 /100

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is largely more of the same, but that isn&s;t much of a issue when the first game was already so enjoyable. Story mode here picks up where the last left …"

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Salal Awan Twisted Voxel Aug 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

88.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

82.0

"Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles 2 delivers CyberConnect2’s trademark blend of cinematic spectacle and flashy combat, successfully capturing the anime’s visual flair while offering a massive roster and solid performance. Its accessible gameplay and roguelike Training Path mode add replay …"

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Sammy Barker Push Square Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

68.0

"By building on the original and adapting some of the best arcs from the manga, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is pretty much a must for fans. As far as arena brawler goes, this is …"

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Spencer Legacy MonsterVine Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

82.0

Story

74.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is an incredibly stylish follow-up to an already solid 3D fighter. There’s a wide range of neat characters, a satisfying combat system, exceptional presentation, and a good range of modes. If …"

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Stephan Adamus COGconnected Aug 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

40.0

Story

65.0

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is very much a sequel, so anyone curious about the story should play the original game first. If you’re just in it for the combat, then the sequel is a …"

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Uphar Dutta Gameffine Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

75.0

"Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – Hinokami Chronicles 2 is an excellent arena fighter game with unparalleled visuals and stays very true to the anime. A 40-player roster makes it interesting to dive into the multiplayer modes, but it …"

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Valerio Guarnera Gamesource Italia Aug 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

70.0

"Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a more of the same that will please fans who enjoyed the first game. The story mode is certainly the strong point of this chapter, but I must admit that I would have …"

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Victor Tan Rectify Gaming Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

62.0

Gameplay

84.0

Story

67.0

"Demon Slayer – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 gives you a strong fighting game that draws you into the story just like the original manga/anime. Prioritising teamwork and combos makes you utilise every moveset for maximum effectiveness. It&s;s not an easy …"

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Vladimir Glamočanin EmuGlx.org Aug 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

35.0

Gameplay

38.0

Story

32.0

"All things considered, Hinokami Chronicles 2 definitely stands at the top of its genre, featuring an exceptionally detailed story, stunning visuals, and outstanding voice acting that will leave no fan indifferent. This is undoubtedly a game that has set a …"

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Will Borger IGN Aug 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

64.0

"Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a bigger, better version of its predecessor, even if it’s not exactly out here discovering new forms of demon slaying."

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