The first quarter of 2026 has some great releases to begin the year, some of which may be considered for Game of the Year when the time comes. This month alone has several solid remakes and remasters, giving PS5 players a new way to play some of the most beloved games ever made. That includes Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, a PS5 remake of a fan-favorite PS2 game from the long-running horror series.
What is Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake?
Developed and published by Koei Tecmo, Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is an overhauled version of the PS2 horror game that was originally released in 2003. It tells the story of twin sisters Mio and Mayu Amakura as they find themselves at a haunted abandoned village. Players will use a camera dubbed the “Camera Obscura” to fight the various ghosts tormenting the twins.
Here is a brief description of Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, giving players an idea of what to expect from the newly released remake:
“This Japanese-style horror adventure game follows twin sisters who become lost in an abandoned village haunted by vengeful spirits. Using the Camera Obscura – a device that can capture and seal away the impossible – they fight ghosts as the story unfolds. This title has undergone a complete overhaul, with improvements to everything from visuals and audio to the core gameplay systems and controls.”
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake has two editions to purchase on the PlayStation Store. The Standard Edition, which only includes the base game, is $49.99. The Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes the game and other goodies, is $69.99. Here is everything included in the Digital Deluxe Edition:
- Base Game
- Lace Gloves (White) Accessory
- Lace Gloves (Black) Accessory
- Japanese Gothic Dress (Left Wing) Costume
- Japanese Gothic Dress (Right Wing) Costume
- Deluxe Charm
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake has received solid review scores. According to the review aggregate site Metacritic, it received an 74 based on 44 critic review scores. In our review, we gave it a 9 out of 10.
“Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake is a remake done right. Not only does it allow a new generation of fans to enjoy one of the best horror game stories ever, but it’s also faithful in the right way while expanding the lore and modernizing the gameplay.”
