Okami HD Reviews

so excited this game is getting another in the series. One of my favorite story games of all time. Artwork is incredible. Game is super fun and there are tons of cute characters

Not just an unforgettable adventure, but simply a fun and lovely way to bring art into a game

Gameplay is fun and Story is Perfect. Played the game since PS2 era and it still is fun and memorable. Ahhh the nostalgia.. 10/10 Masterpiece

One of the best PS2 games (And there are a lot) and it's even better with widescreen and HD support. Still holds up in 2025.

Ōkami HD is a game that feels like a living painting, a love letter to Japanese folklore wrapped in a stunningly unique art style. I first experienced it on Xbox One when it came out but never finished it. Now, with the news of a sequel on the horizon, I finally found the motivation to revisit it on PC—and I’m glad I did. Every environment, character, and enemy feels meticulously crafted, making the entire experience feel like an interactive painting. It’s rare to find a game where the visuals remain timeless, but Ōkami HD still holds up beautifully. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the combat system is another highlight. The use of the Celestial Brush to perform attacks and interact with the world is one of the most unique mechanics in any action-adventure game. Slashing enemies, restoring nature, and solving puzzles with brush techniques never gets old, and the fluidity of combat keeps things engaging throughout. However, one aspect that has always bothered me—and still does—is the inability to fast-read through dialogue. While the writing and storytelling are charming, the slow text speed can feel frustrating, especially during long conversations. It’s a small issue in the grand scheme of things, but it occasionally disrupts the pacing, making certain moments feel dragged out. Overall, Ōkami HD is still a masterpiece that deserves to be experienced by anyone who appreciates artful game design, creative mechanics, and immersive storytelling. Despite my minor gripe with the dialogue speed, the game’s beauty and depth more than make up for it. With a sequel on the way, now is the perfect time to dive back into this classic.

Playing through this game again on the steam deck has been genuinely one of the best times I've had in a long time, with videogames at least. I played originally on the Wii, 100%ed the game over months, and I'm sure I'm gonna do the same with this version. Classic game even if there are points where you can tell this game was originally made in the PS2 era (the amount of jokes that revolved SA towards women at the start was mildly unpleasant), but the issues are momentary and fleeting, even if you end up love hating that jumping green BUG that lives in your equipment pouch.

A fantastic version of one of the best adventure games of our time. The camera has that good ol' PS2 jank to it still but the game otherwise holds up really well. The characters are charming, the story is engaging, the level design and world are interesting, the boss fights have unique gimmicks, the music is moving, and the art! OH THE GORGEOUS STYLE of this game! If you can't tell, I love this game. I've loved it since playing it back on the PS2 and I'm sure I will continue to love it long into the future. The sequel announcement was a good excuse to pick up this version and own the game a 4th time so I could play it on stream and I'm so glad I did. There are parts towards the end of the game that I had forgotten about and I will say the ending had me moved to tears. I've grown into such a big silly softie anymore but man does this game hit just right. An absolute classic that is worth your time and money. Don't sleep on this one. Especially if you're a fan of like Zelda games and similar. It's a standout among the formula.

on yod it’s peak man very unique gameplay, a lovely art style and i really liked all the funny little freaks you meet along the journey (susano’s my goat) 10/10 i NEVER want to see blockhead again!!!

Absolute masterpiece of its time, a gorgeous tale based on Japanese mythology with a familiar and friendly atmosphere that can't be found in any other game. I would love to see more games like it, but talented people don't always get the recognition they deserve... It's a shame that this game didn't pay off.

fun and innovative gameplay, great story. beautiful art style and amazing soundtrack. that's all I really need to say .....blockhead can go fuck himself though