Okami HD is a visually stunning and richly layered adventure. If you’re aiming for the Platinum Trophy, the good news is—you can do it in just one playthrough. However, you’ll need to be mindful of a few missable elements and strategic choices. This guide covers everything you need to know to reach 100% completion without starting over.

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1. Don’t Miss Any Chests

While the game is filled with treasure chests, one stray bead early in the game is commonly overlooked: it’s near the River of Stars. Though easy to find, skipping it may force a second playthrough. Be thorough from the beginning and open every chest you come across.

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2. Watch Your Death Count – “Barking Up the Cherry Tree” Trophy

To earn this trophy, you must finish the game with fewer than five deaths:

• If you die, don’t hit Continue—instead, reload your last save to avoid the death being recorded.
• The game allows up to four deaths, but playing it safe will save you a lot of stress near the end.

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3. Complete the Bestiary – “From Imps to Demons”

You’ll need to fill out your Bestiary by encountering every enemy:

• One missable enemy, the Fire Doom Mirror, appears during a miniaturized story segment.
• Be sure to fight every demon scroll and check your Bestiary periodically to stay on track.

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4. Escape the Water Beast – “No Furball on the Menu”

There’s a sequence where you must flee from a giant aquatic beast:

• Use Lily Pads and double jumps with Air Dash to cross safely.
• Getting caught means you miss the trophy, and there’s no retry unless you reload a save or replay a large chunk of the game.

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5. Key Trophy Mechanics and Collectibles

• All Creatures Great and Small: Feed a variety of animals using Seeds, Herbs, Fish, and Meat. Keep 10–15 of each in stock to cover all animal types.
• Golden Fury: A bizarre but essential combat move (you literally urinate on enemies) used to collect Demon Fangs. Costs 100,000 yen but is necessary for fang farming.
• Racing Challenges: Start races by pressing Square to sprint and use headbutts to disrupt your opponent’s momentum.

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6. Managing Yen Wisely

• Save your money early—many items can wait. Enemies will start dropping more yen later in the game.
• Treasure items (found in chests and from enemies) are your best source of income—don’t skip them.
• Vengeance Slips (temporary invincibility) are vital for tough fights. Buy them in bulk and save for boss trials.

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7. Prepare for Superbosses and Trials

Late-game challenges include optional trials and superboss fights:

• Stock up on healing items and Vengeance Slips.
• These fights can take 15–30 minutes, so plan your moves, stay calm, and don’t rush.

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8. Use a 100% Completion Guide

To avoid missing Stray Beads, treasures, or enemies, follow a detailed 100% guide:

• The guide by Four Wags on GameFAQs is highly recommended.
• While it’s not trophy-specific, it ensures you collect everything needed for full completion.

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Final Thoughts

Earning the Platinum Trophy in Okami HD is a rewarding challenge that showcases the beauty, depth, and creativity of the game. With these tips, a little planning, and a close eye for detail, you can get it all done in one run—no replays needed.

Good luck, and enjoy your journey as the sun goddess Amaterasu brings light back to Nippon!