The cult horror classic is finally making a return. Koei Tecmo has announced that Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake will launch on 12 March 2026 for PS5, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. The reveal took place during the State of Play Japan showcase, giving fans a fresh look at one of the most chilling games in the series.
A new trailer debuted during the event, closing with the long-awaited release date. For many, this is the Fatal Frame that defined the franchise, the story of twin sisters drawn into the cursed Minakami Village. The atmosphere, the camera obscura, the dread-filled silence, it’s all set to return, now rebuilt for modern platforms.
Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake release date trailer
A haunting world brought back to life
In a post on the PlayStation Blog, series director Makoto Shibata shared that every part of the game has been enhanced. Visuals, sound, and controls have all been overhauled, with special attention to detail in lighting and texture. Characters look more lifelike, and the eerie glow of Minakami Village has been recreated to capture the same uneasy beauty the original was known for.
Following Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse, this marks another major step in the series’ revival. Pre-orders for Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake are now live ahead of its release next March.
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