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Onimusha: Way of the Sword continues the 2026 hot streak Capcom started with Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata by selling 1 million copies in a single day
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword sold one million copies on its first day, contributing to a strong 2026 for the publisher which also saw success with Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata. This sales milestone pushes the Onimusha series past 10 million total copies sold and signals Capcom's intent to revive dormant IPs.
Sega to Bring Back Classic IP Through its New Sega Universe Initiative
Sega has launched the "Sega Universe" initiative to revive its classic intellectual properties, including Jet Set Radio and Crazy Taxi. The company plans to expand these IPs beyond games into film, music, fashion, and merchandise. Rumors suggest the Jet Set Radio reboot will feature open-world gameplay with potential shooter mechanics, while Crazy Taxi will be massively multiplayer.
