Capcom's Forgotten Sci-Fi Game PRAGMATA Coming Back From The Dead

The mysterious Capcom game PRAGMATA may finally be getting ready for a big comeback after years of being quiet. PRAGMATA shocked people when it was first shown off at Sony's PlayStation 5 event in June 2020. Its strange, future graphics and mysterious story left people speechless. The trailer, which featured a mysterious astronaut and a young girl exploring a broken world that resembled Earth after the apocalypse, immediately piqued my interest. 

Since then, though, not many details have come out, leaving many to wonder if the game was quietly put on hold. However, new leaks from reliable sources suggest that PRAGMATA is not only still alive and well, but it may be about to make a significant comeback.

When PRAGMATA was first revealed, it was announced as a next-gen game set to release in 2022. However, Capcom pushed back the release date, and by the end of 2021, they informed fans that the game would now be released in 2023. With this update, there was a small animation of Diana, the main character of the game, holding up a sign that said, "We'll be back." They haven't been heard from in a while, so fans are worried and unsure about the project's progress.

Fortunately, several well-known individuals in the industry have come forward in recent days to discuss the game's progress and its potential return this summer. One of these people is Dusk Golem, who has a history of leaking correct news about Capcom games. When a fan asked about PRAGMATA on social media, Dusk said that the game is "certainly still in development as of a few months ago" and that it has not been canceled. He also said that he was sure the game would offer something "special" in the end, which added to the idea that Capcom is still dedicated to achieving its original goals.

Lunatic Ignus, a trustworthy source known for correctly leaking news about new games and changes in the industry, added to the rumors. Ignus says that PRAGMATA will be back this summer, and it might even be the first game to use Capcom's new internal game engine, the REX Engine. The company has been depending on its RE Engine (used in hits like Resident Evil Village, Resident Evil 4 Remake, and Devil May Cry 5) for almost a decade. If this is true, it would represent a significant shift in the way technology is used.

Capcom hasn't said much about the REX Engine, but it's said to be the next step forward from the RE Engine, capable of handling larger projects and more dynamic settings that change more frequently. If PRAGMATA really is the first game to show off what it can do, it could be used as a model for what Capcom wants to do in the sci-fi and open-world genres in the future. Expectations have been raised a lot, and the idea that Capcom is getting ready for a big show has gained more support.

Adding to the excitement is the time frame. The annual Summer Game Fest, which is put on by Geoff Keighley, is coming up soon. Since Capcom has been to previous events, it seems possible that they will release an update or trailer for PRAGMATA there. Additionally, Sony plans to host its own demo event in June, which could provide Capcom with another opportunity to rekindle interest in the game. Both events are well-known and would be great places for such a long-awaited re-reveal.

People are still very interested in PRAGMATA, mostly because the clip for the game's first release left more questions than answers. From the astronaut's mysterious job to Diana's powers, the story hinted at deep emotional themes wrapped in a strange sci-fi plot. 

People immediately thought of Hideo Kojima's work, especially games like Death Stranding, when they saw images of a city under glass, space-time distortions, and hologram cats. Although PRAGMATA was developed in-house at Capcom, rather than by Kojima Productions, the stylistic similarities have led people to wonder about the tone and structure of the game.

As for how to play, not much has been confirmed publicly. The first trailer looked more like a movie than a game. However, because Capcom has recently delivered impressive work with Resident Evil remakes and Monster Hunter: World in terms of new gameplay ideas and technical polish, hopes are high for PRAGMATA. It's still unclear whether it will be an action-adventure, an open-world travel game, or even something like a story-driven RPG, but the possibilities are huge.

The main idea of the game seems to be the connection between the astronaut character and the child. It could involve exploring ideas such as AI, memory, being alone, and surviving in a broken world. These themes, along with the very stylized art, suggest that PRAGMATA might aim for both emotional depth and extensive world-building.

The way Capcom has been doing releases lately makes this idea even stronger. The business has been working diligently to reach a broader audience worldwide. They have numerous projects in the works and are devoting more attention to original intellectual property (IP). The company has the resources and artistic drive to explore new storylines now that the Resident Evil series has been successfully reimagined, and Street Fighter 6 marks a strong return to form. If PRAGMATA works, it might be the next big step.

People are talking more and more about a possible PRAGMATA show this summer, which is fair. There have been rumors, teases, and delays for years, but now it looks like this strange sci-fi adventure will finally get its due attention. It's clear that Capcom is working on something. It could show up at Summer Game Fest, Sony's demo, or another big event. The leaks and reports about PRAGMATA could very well be true, making it one of the most surprising and unique games of the year.

The world might not have to wait much longer to find out what PRAGMATA is really like, as it could be released in 2025 or 2026. Now, everything points to a game that was never lost and was just waiting for the right time to come back. That time may finally be here.