Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake
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| 零 ～紅い蝶～ REMAKE Zero ~Akai Chou~ REMAKE FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE | |
| Developer(s): | Koei Tecmo (Team NINJA) |
| Publisher(s): | Koei Tecmo |
| Distributor(s): | Koei Tecmo |
| Release date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Genre: | Survival Horror |
| Game modes: | Unknown |
| Ratings: | Japan: CERO D (17+) |
| Regions: | Global |
| Platform(s): | Switch 2 PS5 Xbox Series X|S Steam |
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is a full remake of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly. It was announced during a Nintendo Direct on 12 September 2025, and is due to release on March 12 2026.
According to the game's Steam page, "This title has undergone a complete overhaul, with improvements to everything from visuals and audio to the core gameplay systems and controls. The signature Camera Obscura mechanic, used to capture and fend off spirits, remains a key feature, now offering richer and more engaging gameplay in both exploration and combat. In addition, the new "Holding Hands with Mayu" mechanic adds a heartfelt touch, letting you experience the deep bond between the sisters like never before."[1]
The game will include both Japanese and English audio, with texts in Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and Korean.[1]
Storyline
Twin sisters Mio and Mayu Amakura visit a stream they remember from their childhood memories.
The area will soon be submerged by a dam. As Mio reminisces, her older sister Mayu is drawn away by a crimson-colored butterfly, leading her toward the rumored village that no longer appears on any map.
It is a village of vengeful spirits hunting for the twins girls who fled their ritual. A village of never-ending night.
As Mio tries to find Mayu and escape from the village, her actions unknowingly retrace the horrors of the past.
In the deepest reaches of the village, Mio uncovers the truth behind the "forbidden ritual that must never be witnessed."[1]
Main Characters
Mio Amakura (天倉 澪) and Mayu Amakura (天倉 繭)
Release date
Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam
- All regions - 12 March 2026[2]
Development
The Remake is directed by Makoto Shibata, creator of the Fatal Frame Series, and Hidehiko Nakajima, a lead designer on Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water who has also worked on many of Koei Tecmo's action projects. The developers took the opportunity to redevelop the battle system, make ghosts more challenging, and explore new ways to use the Camera Obscura for exploration as well as combat. The "holding hands with Mayu" feature is a reworking of an old idea for Fatal Frame II that was ultimately scrapped.[3] New areas and items have also been added to the village, so that the game will be interesting to old and new players alike.[4]
Releases
Physical Release
On November 11 2025, both Koei Tecmo America and Koei Tecmo Europe announced that Physical Copies will be available.
Early Purchase
Early purchases Bonuses are available with all orders made before March 25, 2026. Bonuses include:
- Peony Hair Ornament (Red)
- Peony Hair Ornament (Blue)
- Kimono (Red)
- Kimono (Black)
- Wraith Charm
Pre-Order Bonus Set
Pre-Orders of the Digital Edition includes:
- Cat Ears (Black)
- Cat Ears (white)
- Crimson Butterfly Mayu (Original)
- Crimson Butterfly Mio (Original)
- Spirit Charm
Digital Deluxe Edition
The Digital Deluxe Edition was announced during the November 11 2025 State of Play Japan. This edition will include the Base Game, a Digital Soundtrack, and a Digital Art Book.
Additional Digital Deluxe Items:
- Deluxe Charm
- Lace Gloves (Black)
- Lace Gloves (White)
- Japanese Gothic Costume (Left Wing)
- Japanese Gothic Costume (Right Wing)
Misc. Info
- The game will run on Team NINJA's Katana Engine.[5]
Gallery
Logos
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Japan -
US
Box Art
Not yet released.
Preorder Bonus
Not yet released.
Steam Page
Promotional Material
Japan
Miscellaneous
Trailers
- Reveal trailer from Nintendo Direct
- Reveal and Gameplay Trailer from Nintendo Direct Japan
- Koei Tecmo announcement trailer in English and Japanese
- TGS Broadcast Trailer
- Release date announcement trailer
Official Links
Koei Tecmo Sites
- Official site (Japanese)
- Official site (English)
Where to Buy
- PlayStation Store site (Japan)
- PlayStation Store site (United States)
- PlayStation Store site (Europe)
- Xbox Store site (Japan)
- Xbox Store site (United States)
- Xbox Store site (Europe)
- Steam site
Official Articles
- Famitsu Online Article - Announcement (Japanese)
- Koei Tecmo Japan - Announcement (Japanese)
- Koei Tecmo America - Announcement
- Koei Tecmo Europe - Announcement
- Koei Tecmo Special Live Stream on 26 September 2025
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 About FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE, store.steampowered.com, 12 September 2025.
- ↑ Trailer by PlayStation, 11 November 2025. (Japanese)
- ↑ Fatal Frame II Plot Summary: Secrets of Chapter 1, Fatal Frame Fanbook, p14-21. (English translation)
- ↑ FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE - Broadcast Trailer, Xbox official YouTube channel, 25 September 2025.
- ↑ Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake Runs on the Katana Engine, FreeStepDodge.com, updated 18 September 2025.