Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly
News, coverage and analysis tracking Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly across the outlets.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsThis article highlights recent game crossovers and collaborations, including a costume collaboration for Silent Hill f with Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly, and Old School RuneScape's appearance in Phoebe Bridger's music video. It also briefly mentions a Casio collaboration.
- Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE ReviewThis review of the Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE highlights the fantastic final boss fight as a major positive. However, it criticizes the hiding mechanic and notes that a significant number of ghosts were missed by the reviewer.
2026 PS5 Remake of Hit PS2 Game Gets First-Ever PS Store DealThe PlayStation 5 remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly is currently on sale for 20% off on the PlayStation Store, with the offer ending May 7, 2026. A free limited-time DLC costume set, the Fatal Frame II x Silent Hill f Costume Set, is also available for all players. A free demo for the game is also available on the PS Store.
Pokémon Pokopia and Nioh 3 have performed so well, Koei Techmo has revised its earnings forecastKoei Tecmo has revised its earnings forecast upwards due to the strong performance of recent titles, including "Pokémon Pokopia" and "Nioh 3." The company anticipates increased net sales, operating profits, and net profits, attributing the success to these key releases which have exceeded expectations and garnered significant acclaim.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Is Getting Another Switch 2 PatchKoei Tecmo has announced that Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly for the Nintendo Switch will soon receive update Ver.1.03.04. This patch will address several bugs and improve game stability, including fixing an issue with an unobtainable item on Nightmare difficulty. A demo is available on the eShop, with save data carrying over to the full game.- FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE Review | Cloud DosageTeam Ninja's remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly successfully captures the atmospheric dread of Minakami Village. This 2026 release is highly recommended for fans of survival horror seeking a truly terrifying experience.
Review – Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake (PS5)Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake offers a chilling survival horror experience on PlayStation 5, focusing on atmospheric dread and the bond between twin protagonists. Despite a disappointing 30FPS performance, the game's strong art and sound design create an immersive and terrifying atmosphere, making it a standout in the genre.- FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE Review - Thumb CultureThe remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly offers improved visuals and new story content, including a potential new ending. This installment is considered by some to be the best in the franchise. The review highlights the survival horror elements of the game.
FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE Review - Thumb CultureThe review for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE highlights its sales performance, debuting at 18,551 units across PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. This follows strong sales for Pokemon Pokopia and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection.- Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Is Getting A New Patch For Switch 2Koei Tecmo is preparing to release a new patch, version 1.03.03, for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake on the Nintendo Switch. This update addresses numerous bugs, including issues with item reacquisition, character movement, and settings application, and has already been released on other platforms. A demo for the game is available on the Switch eShop, with save data carrying over to the full release.
Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly Remake Xbox Review | Invision Game CommunityThis review discusses the remake of Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly, highlighting its strengths in atmosphere, visuals, and expanded narrative, while also critiquing its combat balance and gameplay changes. The remake offers a faithful yet reimagined experience with new content and modern gameplay mechanics, though some argue it loses some of the original's dread. Despite combat issues, the game's engaging story and terrifying audio design make it a recommended survival horror title.
Mio Gets Silent Hill f Hinako Costume in Fatal Frame 2 RemakeKoei Tecmo and Konami have released free crossover DLC for Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly, adding a Silent Hill f costume for Mio Amakura. The DLC, featuring Hinako Shimizu's outfit and a Fox Mask accessory, is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Nintendo Switch. A bundle for the PC versions of both games is also available at a discounted price.- Morning PatchesSeveral games have received updates or new content. Dying Light: The Beast has a Restored Land Edition, Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly is available on Steam with a Silent Hill f costume set, and Infinity Nikki has released its Version 2.4 update. Resident Evil titles are also mentioned.
Silent Hill f reveals crossover with another classic Japanese horror gameKonami has announced a crossover between Silent Hill f and Koei Tecmo's Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly, featuring cosmetic DLC for the latter. Additionally, Silent Hill f will receive a manga adaptation with a new ending written by Ryukishi07. Both games are currently available at a discount on their respective digital storefronts.- FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE x Silent Hill f collaboration costume DLC now availableDownloadable content featuring a collaboration costume between Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly and Silent Hill f is now available. This DLC allows players to equip characters with outfits inspired by the Silent Hill franchise.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly’s Free Silent Hill f Collaboration DLC is Out NowA free collaboration DLC is now available for Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake, adding the Navy Sailor School Uniform and Fox Mask from Silent Hill f. The remake, released for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, features updated visuals and gameplay mechanics. Directors Makoto Shibata and Hidehiko Nakajima stated fan demand was the primary driver for remaking the 2002 horror title.- Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly Remake Interview: Inside the Return of a Survival Horror ClassicProducer Makoto Shibata discusses the remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly, highlighting modern controls, expanded mechanics, and updated presentation for its March 12, 2026 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Shibata explains the challenges and excitement of revisiting the classic survival horror title, emphasizing improvements to guidance, story reminders, and the Camera Obscura system to reward player mastery while retaining the original's atmosphere and challenge.
The Sunday PapersThis article discusses various aspects of game aesthetics, including the "Backroom" aesthetic in 3D graphics, the emotional impact of character companionship in Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly, and the implications of AI-generated imagery in modern photography, particularly with tools like Google Pixel's Magic Editor. It also touches upon the contributions of women to game localization, referencing Final Fantasy IV and Earthbound, and offers a defense of the character Daniil Dankovsky in Pathologic 3.- Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Receives A New Patch On Switch 2 This WeekKoei Tecmo has released a new patch for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake on Nintendo Switch, addressing various gameplay adjustments. The update includes changes to item availability, damage bonuses, and enemy behavior. A demo is also available on the eShop, with save data carrying over to the full game.
- Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Receives A New Patch On Switch 2Koei Tecmo has released a new patch, version 1.03.02, for the Nintendo Switch version of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake. The update includes adjustments to film item placement, point exchange rates for Herbal Medicine, Fatal Frame shot damage bonuses, and ghost aggravation mechanics. A demo is also available on the eShop.