Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake
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SILENT HILL f Free DLC Released for FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE!
KOEI TECMO America, Team NINJA, and KONAMI have released a free collaboration DLC for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, adding Silent Hill f's Shimizu Hinako's iconic uniform and mask. The remake of the 2003 psychological horror game features enhanced graphics and sound, and is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. A Steam bundle offering both games at a discount is also available.
Fatal Frame 2 Remake demo and Silent Hill F collaboration announced [update: DLC out now, trailer]
Koei Tecmo announced a demo for Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake, set to release on March 5, 2026, with save data transferring to the full game. A collaboration with Silent Hill F will also bring free collaboration costumes as DLC. The remake will feature new locations, expanded lore, and enhanced gameplay mechanics for the Camera Obscura, alongside a new Photo Mode. The free DLC is now available, including costumes from Silent Hill F.
2026 video game release date calendar
This article provides a comprehensive calendar of video game releases scheduled for 2026, including specific dates for titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 in November and early year releases such as Resident Evil Requiem. It details monthly releases across various platforms and lists notable titles with TBD release dates, promising to be updated as new information becomes available.
Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly Remake Interview: Inside the Return of a Survival Horror Classic
Producer 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.
Fatal Frame 2 Remake 1.03.02 update out now, patch notes
Koei Tecmo has released update version 1.03.02 for Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. The update is available now for Nintendo Switch and includes balance adjustments, specifically nerfs to Aggravated Wraiths and some Onryo.
Famitsu sales: Pokemon Pokopia, Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake
Famitsu sales data shows Pokemon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 remains the top seller. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection debuted strongly, selling 54,906 units across Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake also saw a new release, selling 18,551 units on PlayStation 5 and Switch 2.
Famitsu sales: Pokemon Pokopia, Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake
Pokemon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 continues to lead sales charts. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection debuted strongly, selling 54,906 units across Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake also saw a notable launch, with 18,551 units sold on PlayStation 5 and Switch 2 combined.
Japanese Charts: Ditto Copies Another Win For Pokémon Pokopia
Pokémon Pokopia continues to lead the Japanese physical sales charts for the week of March 9th-15th, selling an additional 117,029 units. New entries include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, which debuted in the top ten across Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The Nintendo Switch 2 remains the dominant hardware platform in Japan, with PlayStation 5 models also showing strong sales.
PS5 Pro PSSR 1 vs PSSR 2 System Upscaling Comparison Shows Improved Image Quality Across The Board
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending March 14, 2026, shows Resident Evil Requiem remaining in first place. Pokemon Pokopia dropped to fourth, while Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake debuted on the charts.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Update 1.02.02 Introduces Gameplay Balance Adjustments
Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja have released update 1.02.02 for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, introducing gameplay balance adjustments across multiple platforms. The update includes changes to film item placement, point exchange rates, Fatal Frame shot damage, and ghost aggravation mechanics. The remake features modernized controls, updated visuals, and refined gameplay elements.
UK Charts: Pokémon Pokopia's Physical Troubles Continue As It Slips From The Podium
Pokémon Pokopia has fallen to fourth place in the UK physical charts during its second week due to reported stock shortages, despite strong digital sales. Resident Evil Requiem remains at the top, followed by Mario Kart World and WWE 2K26. Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Fatal Frame II also entered the top 10.
Something for the Weekend – 14/03/26
This week's gaming news includes updates on Resident Evil Requiem DLC, Fortnite Save the World going free-to-play, Epic Games increasing V-Bucks prices, and layoffs at EA's Battlefield Studios. New releases and DLCs like Dave the Diver: In the Jungle, Adorable Adventures, and Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core are also highlighted, alongside a closed beta for Tropico 7. Reviews were published for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Laysara: Summit Kingdom, and Fatal Frame II: The Crimson Butterfly Remake, among others. Early impressions of Bungie's Marathon and Ready or Not's Boiling Point DLC were shared, along with an interview about Rainbow Six Mobile.
Rob Pardo says 'love' is the most important development milestone
Game directors Hidehiko Nakajima and Makoto Shibata discussed the development of the Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, highlighting the keys to designing effective horror games. They also touched upon the real-life inspirations behind the game's haunting elements.
Fatal Frame 2 Remake Balance Patch Nerfs Some Ghosts
Koei Tecmo has released a patch for Fatal Frame 2 Remake to address balance issues with certain ghosts, making encounters fairer for players. The update is currently live on PlayStation 5 and PC, with Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X versions to follow soon. Adjustments were made based on player feedback regarding Aggravated Wraiths and Onryo ghosts.
Fatal Frame II Crimson Butterfly Remake Update Alters Gameplay Balance
Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja have released a patch for Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, adjusting gameplay balance by nerfing Aggravated Wraiths and some Onryo. The update is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow. The remake features modernized controls, updated visuals, and refined gameplay mechanics.
FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE Review | TheXboxHub
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake revitalizes the classic survival horror experience with updated visuals and new content, including additional story elements and areas. While the core gameplay centered around the Camera Obscura remains engaging, the remake introduces an "aggravated state" for wraiths that can lead to frustrating difficulty spikes and combat grind, even on lower settings.
Reframed: How the Fatal Frame II Remake Scared Its Way Through Development
Directors Hidehiko Nakajima and Makoto Shibata discuss the development of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, focusing on updating the Japanese horror classic with modern graphics, sound, and a new third-person camera. They detail the challenges of balancing Team Ninja's action game expertise with the needs of a horror experience, aiming to make the game accessible to new players while retaining its core fear for long-time fans.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Lands on PC with New Modes and Mechanics
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake has been released on PC via Steam, featuring a complete overhaul of graphics, audio, and gameplay mechanics. The remake introduces new features like upgraded Camera Obscura functions, the Holding Hands with Mayu mechanic, and enhanced visual details for characters and the haunted village. The survival horror title, originally released for PlayStation 2, now includes 3D sound for a more immersive experience.
FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE Released
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE has been released for PC and consoles, providing an updated version of the horror adventure game. The Steam version is available for Windows.
Nintendo Download – March 12, 2026 (North America) – Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame 2 Remake, more
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of March 12, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop including Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. The digital storefront update also includes other titles for the Nintendo Switch.