Onimusha: Way of the Sword

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword is best when it's silly, and despite some gloomy open world slogging, sometimes even remembers it

The opening minutes of Onimusha: Way of the Sword are glorious, in the sense that they’re utterly shambolic. Wandering ronin Musashi wakes up under a bridge, belts a wrong-footingly British "WOT?!" at some starving urchins eyeing up his rice ball, then proceeds to be chased around a muddy village by what feels like two thousand martial arts students, only occasionally stopping to boot a wooden plank into their faces or scoop up an imperilled dog. It’s goofy and brash and genuinely funny, in a wa

Video: Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Review For Onimusha: Way Of The Sword

"it holds up pretty darn well". Digital Foundry has provided its tech review for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, including some crucial commentary on the Switch 2 version. That's what we'll focus on here, but you can check out the above video for information on other platforms too. Starting with performance, DF notes that this is probably the best Switch 2 release from Capcom so far thanks to an optional 30fps mode.

Xbox Wire / Joe Skrebels, XBOX Wire Editor-in-Chief

Onimusha: Way of the Sword – The Many Means of Mastery

I’ve been lucky enough to play through Onimusha: Way of the Sword ahead of launch and, among its incredible boss fights and fabulously grimdark story, one thing shines through above all else – for me, this is about as good as swordfighting has ever felt in a game. In part, that’s down to animation – […] The post Onimusha: Way of the Sword – The Many Means of Mastery appeared first on XBOX Wire.

New Nintendo Creator's Voice Vid Goes Behind The Scenes On Onimusha: Way Of The Sword

See the face scanner in action. Nintendo is continuing its trend of releasing behind-the-scenes Creator's Voice videos for its third-party Switch 2 support, and today, we're getting a closer look at Onimusha: Way of the Sword. In this seven-minute video, director Satoru Nihei walks us through the game's creation, touching on how the team made the sword fights feel so badass, and how the contrast between hero Miyamoto Musashi and villain Sasaki Ganryu came to be. Read the full article on nintendo

Round Up: The Reviews For Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Are In

Here's what the critics had to say. Capcom has already delivered a solid line up of games in 2026, and this week it adds to this with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. This includes a Switch 2 version, and if you haven't already seen it, here's a sample of our Nintendo Life review. We said it was a superb samurai survival, awarding it 9/10 stars.

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Roundup: The First Reviews Have Dropped For Onimusha: Way Of The Sword, And They're Very Good

Here's what the critics have to say. Well, well, well, reviews are in for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and they're looking pretty darned good! Capcom's latest title revives the dark samurai series for a modern audience, and it's currently holding a stellar Metacritic rating of 88 on Nintendo Switch 2, 86 on PS5, 82 on PC. It's yet to be rated for Xbox, with only two reviews available right now, bring the overall score to a whopping 86! Read the full article on purexbox.com

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword review

Legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi considered himself more an artist than a fighter. A keen strategist and a self-proclaimed master of war, I think it's Musashi's art that hits more keenly than his katana: it's minimalist, monochromatic, a study of nature defined by its simple brilliance. Less is more. Whether intentional or not, I think Capcom may have internalised this philosophy when creating Onimusha: Way of the Sword - a game based loosely on the life and conquests of Musashi. Seldom over

Eurogamer / Dom Peppiatt

Onimusha Way of the Sword review: A series reborn with great fights, but too many wrong modern lessons

Onimusha: Way of the Sword's gameplay heights are let down by dated missions and uneven pacing

VGC / Jordan Middler

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Review

An incredible action game with an excellent story to match.

IGN / Tom Marks

GameSpot / Richard Wakeling

Fighting Is Everything In Onimusha: Way Of The Sword

"Fighting is everything" is a phrase protagonist Miyamoto Musashi uses to explain his ethos, but it's an ideology that doubles as an accurate description of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, too. After a disappointing 20-year hiatus, Capcom's samurai series returns in fine form, ditching the fixed camera angles and pre-rendered backgrounds of its forebears for a modern reinvention where combat is king. The fifth mainline entry in the series still maintains key aspects of Onimusha's distinct identity,

Review: Onimusha: Way Of The Sword (Switch 2) - Capcom Delivers A Superb Samurai Revival

Dawn of a new dream. There’s a lot riding on Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Capcom has a few dormant franchises in its dusty closets just waiting to be revived, yet this one feels particularly significant. Despite never really taking off commercially, Onimusha commanded a passionate fanbase that continues to hold the series in the highest regard – right up there with the likes of Resident Evil and Devil May Cry. So to bring back Onimusha with a brand-new mainline entry in 2026 — two decades after t

Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Expanded Demo Now Available On Switch 2

Includes a save data bonus. Capcom is bringing its new action-adventure Onimusha: Way of the Sword to the Switch 2 this September, and if you want to try out the game on Nintendo's hybrid platform before it arrives, a demo is now available on the Switch eShop.

Expanded Onimusha Demo Out Now on PS5, Boasting Another Awesome Boss and More

Director's cut. The PS5 demo for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which released almost three months back, has just received a significant update. Those who already have said demo downloaded just need to pull a patch — a hefty 9.6GB patch, mind — while newcomers can simply grab the full thing from the PS Store. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword interview, demo update detailed, new trailer revealed

Launching September 4 for PlayStation 5, Onimusha: Way of the Sword brings players to early Edo-period Kyoto, a historic capital under siege by monstrous fiends known as Genma. Players step into the shoes of Miyamoto Musashi, who unleashes supernatural Oni powers in an action-packed swordplay saga. Striking a bold impression as the protagonist, Musashi’s face […]

Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo now available for Switch 2 alongside new content

Capcom has released a Switch 2 version of the demo for swordplay action game Onimusha: …

Onimusha: Way of the Sword May Be Another PS5 Capcom Hit as It Crosses 2 Million Wishlists

Samurai games fest. Between Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, and Monster Hunter Stories 3, Japanese publisher Capcom has had a super strong 2026, and it looks like its final big game launch of the year could round things out very nicely indeed. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is set to arrive on 4th September, 2026, and while there have been remasters and other offshoots over the years, it will be the first major game in the series since 2006's Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams. Read the full article on pushs

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword ‘Severing Fates’ trailer

Capcom has released a new trailer for swordplay action game Onimusha: Way of the Sword …

PlayStation Blog / Kyle Burleson

Onimusha: Way of the Sword opens up in the final preview

At the outset of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Miyamoto Musashi is fixated on freeing himself from the Oni Gauntlet. This mystical artifact, through a strange twist of fate, has become bound to our hero. But the stubborn young samurai doesn’t want the gauntlet’s powers. Musashi’s sole desire is to prove himself by his hands […]

Preview: Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Is Capcom's Next Banger

Play as Miyamoto on Switch 2 (not that one). Capcom is having a massive 2026, with hits like Pragmata, Resident Evil Requiem, and Monster Hunter Stories 3. The studio is now closing out the year with another highly anticipated game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword. I spent almost three hours playing Way of the Sword, splitting my time between the PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 versions. I came away incredibly impressed by the feel of the game, as well as the performance on Nintendo’s handheld. Read the fu

Rock Paper Shotgun / Jeremy Blum

Fear not, samurai masochists, Onimusha: Way of the Sword's flashiness hasn't replaced its challenge

Last month, I played an extended preview of upcoming action slasher Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and came away impressed - if a bit sore in the fingers. Though the samurai action genre is a crowded one these days, with Nioh 3 doing an excellent job of claiming the current throne, Onimusha has more than a few intriguing tricks up its yukata sleeve.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword – The Final Preview

Its bosses are every bit as demanding as those found in a Soulslike, but the journey between them isn't built around constant punishment. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a game that manages to challenge the player without becoming exhausting, allowing the game to shift naturally between moments of intense concentration and opportunities to simply enjoy stylish swordplay.

IGN / Ryan McCaffrey

Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Producer Explains The 20-Year Wait For A New Game

"it was very difficult to get a team together". Onimusha fans have been waiting a long time for Way of the Sword – over 20 years, in fact, since the release of Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams in 2006. Now, in a new interview with Game Informer, producer Akihito Kadowaki has explained why fans have had to wait so long for a revival. In short, it wasn't for lack of trying, with Kadowaki stating that internal teams had wanted to make a new entry for a while. However, the combination of work on other key f

GamingOnLinux / Liam Squires-Hand

Onimusha: Way of the Sword releases earlier on September 4 - Steam Deck / SteamOS Playable

Capcom announced that the action-adventure game Onimusha: Way of the Sword is now coming earlier, with September 4th marked for release. Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.

Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Release Date Pulled Forward By Three Weeks

Avoiding the late-September crowd. Capcom has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword, an upcoming action-adventure title set for Xbox Series X|S, will now launch September 4th, a whole three weeks earlier than its original September 25th release date. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is the first game in over two decades, a revival for Capcom's 2001 bloodsoaked action IP. Way of the Sword is set within Edo Japan, and will see the magic gauntlet-wielding samurai slay demons and purge malevolent forc

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Capcom pushes forward Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date just days after devs stated they're not afraid of September's busy schedule

Capcom has today announced a new release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, the upcoming sequel in the dormant action series. The game will now be releasing on 4th September, three weeks earlier than the previously-announced 25th September release date.

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Rock Paper Shotgun / Mark Warren

Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date pushed forward, its devs deciding they'd rather fight vampires than cosmic entities and Scottish horrors

Ah, don't worry, we're not stressing about that. That's essentially what the makes of samurai action battler Onimusha: Way of the Sword said late last month when it was pointed out to them that their game'll be fighting a lot of competition when it arrives amid the September gamepocalypse. Having initially opted to stick with their planned September 25th release, Capcom have now decided to bring Onimusha forward to September 4th.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date moved forward in a crowded September

Onimusha is now coming in the first week of September, alongside Blood of Dawnwalker

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PC Gamer / Shaun Prescott

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is releasing 21 days earlier than expected, possibly cramping The Blood of Dawnwalker's style

Also: it's a little bit further away from GTA 6 splash damage.

Capcom Is Releasing Onimusha: Way Of The Sword On Switch 2 A Little Sooner Than Expected

Now arriving early September. Last month, Capcom revealed it would be bringing the action-adventure title Onimusha: Way of the Sword to the Switch 2 this September. In an update today, it's been announced the launch date will now be slightly earlier. Instead of the 25th, it's now arriving on all platforms (including the Switch 2) on 4th September 2026.

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date moved up by three weeks to September 4

Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be releasing on September 4 instead of September 25.

Onimusha PS5 Has Actually Brought Its Launch Forward to 4th September

Now releasing three weeks earlier. Well, after re-committing to the 25th September 2026 release date as soon as last week in the Capcom Spotlight digital show, the launch of Onimusha: Way of the Sword has now been brought forward by three weeks. The revival of the action series will now release on 4th September 2026. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Release Date Moved Forward

Capcom has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword, the upcoming action-adventure sequel for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, will now be released earlier than previously guided: it will be available on September 4 rather than September 25.

IGN / Ryan McCaffrey

Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date moved up to September 4

Capcom has moved up swordplay action game Onimusha: Way of the Sword from its previously … Source

'We're Not Worried': Onimusha Producer Stares Down September's Insane PS5 Release Schedule

No Cap(com). Capcom's apparently not that arsed about Onimusha: Way of the Sword releasing bang in the middle of the autumn / fall's absurd schedule. As you may know, the series revival is set to launch on the 25th September — a date that's utterly surrounded by other notable titles on PS5. It's very easy to suggest that all of these games will suffer to some extent. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

"We can't back out now!" Onimusha: Way of the Sword developer laughs off concerns around 2026's packed September release window

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is one of many, many games due to launch in the September/October 2026 period in 2026. As developers and publishers flee as far away from GTA 6 black hole as they possibly can, the resultant squeeze in the earlier (or later) months is resulting in a veritable feast of triple-A and indie games on the horizon.

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Capcom Shares "Exclusive First Peek" Of Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Battle Gameplay

Arriving on Switch 2 this September. Earlier this month, Capcom announced its swordplay action game Onimusha: Way of the Sword would be making its way across to the Switch 2 on 25th September 2026. Fans of the series have now got another update from the game's director Nihei Satoru in the latest Capcom Spotlight, with an "exclusive first look" at a new Genma known as Dohatsu-ten.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword's September Release Date Hasn't Changed, Despite Rumours

New gameplay revealed. Earlier this month, there were rumours circling with regards to Onimusha: Way of the Sword's release date. A renewed retail listing had people thinking that Capcom was going to bring the game's launch forward to the 4th September — three whole weeks ahead of its previously planned 25th September date. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Onimusha: Way of the Sword ‘Game Overview’ trailer, screenshots

Capcom has released a five-minute “Game Overview” trailer and new screenshots for swordplay action game … Source

This Onimusha: Way of the Sword Retail Listing Is Making People Think It's Launching Early

Is Capcom bringing it forward? Much has been made of the extremely busy release schedule for the remainder of 2026, with September and October being particularly stacked. Among the games launching in late September is Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Capcom's promising action title. It's currently pencilled in for 25th September 2026, close to several other games. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Capcom has heard feedback that Onimusha is too easy, says it's 'confident fans will be satisfied with difficulty' in the final game

The behind-closed-doors Onimusha demo at Summer Game Fest was fantastic, but easy.

PC Gamer / Morgan Park

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Preview: So Far, It Has the Juice

Often, you leave a demo satisfied. But sometimes, you put down your controller with another thought in mind: “Yeah, I could keep going.” If Capcom had let me, I would have played Onimusha: Way of the Sword all day.

IGN / Ryan McCaffrey

Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Switch 2 Resolution And Frame Rate Revealed

Here's what you can expect. Capcom's strong support of the Switch 2 continues, with the announcement earlier this week that it will be releasing Onimusha: Way of the Sword on the new system this September. Now, following this reveal, it has shared some details about the game's performance and resolution on each platform. In terms of resolution, the Switch 2 version will be 1920 x 1080p in TV mode and 1600 x 900p in handheld mode, with both modes utilising upscaling. Read the full article on nint

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Preview: Onimusha: Way of the Sword Offers a Rock-Solid 30fps Mode and a Great High Frame-Rate Experience Too

Capcom's RE Engine strikes again - though without some of its RT tech. Capcom is reviving the long-dormant Onimusha series with Way of the Sword, and today we have our first introduction to it with a 30-minute demo on PS5 and Series X/S that offers a tantalising slice of the action ahead of the final release on September 29th. Set against the backdrop of demon-infested temples, the game casts players as legendary hero Miyamoto Musashi, employing visceral combat techniques in the studios' custom

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s Developers Talk Miyamoto Musashi, a Haunted Kyoto, and Modernizing Combat

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TechRaptor / Austin Suther

Onimusha: Way of the Sword recreates a real-life Kyoto site closed to the public, long believed to be Japan’s gateway to hell

Onimusha: Way of the Sword's developers asked Kyoto City's local government for help in getting a legendary location into the game.

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword Has the Best Parry Since Sekiro

Onimusha: Way of the Sword delivers a refined combat experience with its Issen systems.

Capcom Responds to Criticism of Onimusha's PS5 Demo, Says the Full Game Is 'Tougher'

Parried. I bloody love the Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo — as expressed in my Hands On feature — but it is, arguably, a bit too easy. This concern has been echoed by many potential players since the demo's release last week, but the good news is that Capcom's already acknowledged the feedback. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Capcom Responds to Concern the Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo Feels "Too Easy"

The final game will be tougher, clarifies producer Akihito Kadowaki.

IGN / Luke Reilly

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is slashing its way to the Nintendo Switch 2

Onimusha: Way of the Sword has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2. You can pre-order it now, with the game releasing on the 25th September.

Eurogamer / Connor Makar

Onimusha: Way of the Sword adds Switch 2 version

Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch for Switch 2 alongside its previously announced PlayStation … Source

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword producer responds to players who say the demo is too easy

The demo gives players late-game skills at an early stage, he explains

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Automaton West / Carlos "Zoto" Zotomayor

Onimusha: Way of the Sword producer addresses concerns about demo being “too easy.” The full game will be much more challenging

Onimusha: Way of the Sword producer Akihito Kadowaki has released a message directly addressing feedback on the game's new demo.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Is Up for Preorder – Here’s Where To Secure a Copy Ahead of September

Preorders are live for Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Here we've broken down which editions are available to preorder, how much they are, and what they come with.

IGN / Hannah Hoolihan

Automaton West / Carlos "Zoto" Zotomayor

Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s demo may be on the easier side, but its combat already promises depth and plenty of flexibility between offense and defense

Impressions of Onimusha: Way of the Sword's new playable demo.

Hands On: Onimusha: Way of the Sword Is Set to Continue Capcom's Generational Winning Streak

2026 belongs to Capcom. Ladies and gentlemen, I think Capcom's done it again. The Japanese company's on a generational run right now, having released nothing but bangers for about a decade. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

Xbox Wire / Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor

Play the Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo Today on Xbox Series X|S

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Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Gets Free Xbox Demo Ahead Of September Release

Available today! We've got a date for Onimusha: Way Of The Sword! Today's State of Play June 2026 event revealed that the game will launch on September 25th, 2026 — and the best bit is that a free demo is available today on the Xbox Store! The demo isn't yet showing on the store at the time of writing, but it's supposed to be there anytime now. When it finally goes live, it'll allow you to experience "one of the opening stages" of the game for free on Xbox Series X and Series S. Read the full ar

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An Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo is out today, with a full release confirmed for September

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is coming September 25

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PlayStation Blog / Akihito Kadowaki

Onimusha: Way of the Sword out September 25 on PS5, demo out today

In today’s State of Play, we announced its latest sword-fighting action game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, will be released on PlayStation 5 on September 25, 2026. Alongside that, we also announced a PS5 demo, which will be available today. Play it for yourself and experience the first few stages of Musashi’s path for strength […]