Onimusha: Way of the Sword
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Too Much Gaming100The amount of effort seen here gives me hope for Capcom’s future attempts at reviving classic titles, as Onimusha: Way of the Sword, the latest title of the once dormant franchise, comes back in the best way possible as it very well might be my game of the year contender.
IGN100Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an incredible action game with an excellent story to match.
PC Gamer83A sublime mix of classic Capcom action and weighty physical swordfighting. The only enemy it can't overcome is its own pacing.
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Game of the Month: Onimusha: Way of the Sword (September 2026)
As voted by you. The time has come to vote for Push Square's official Game of the Month for September 2026 — and this particular poll promises to be a doozy. That's because last month's PS5 release schedule was stacked. We struggled to review everything and you've probably struggled to play everything, but as always, there can only be one winner. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword can be a little lumpier than its lets on, but at its core is a unique action game doing things on its own terms. The post Onimusha: Way of the Sword Review appeared first on This Week in Videogames - TWIV.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword: the best defense for each enemy attack type
Tips on making the best of Onimusha: Way of the Sword's various defensive options.
As Onimusha: Way of the Sword Sells Over 1 Million Day One, Capcom Says It's 'Focusing on Re-Activating IPs That Haven’t Had a New Title Launch Recently'
Capcom looks like it has yet another hit video game on its hands, with Onimusha: Way of the Sword selling over 1 million copies on launch day.
Onimusha: Way Of The Sword Sells 1 Million Copies In Just One Day
Series sales top 10 million. Capcom – the publisher that can seemingly do no wrong right now – has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword has surpassed 1 million sales in its first day of release. It's yet another remarkable accomplishment for the publisher; one that pushes the cumulative sales for the series over 10 million. By comparison, Pragmata surpassed 1 million sales in two days, while Resident Evil Requiem managed to shift over 5 million in less than a week. Read the full article on
Onimusha: Way of the Sword has already sold over 1 million copies
If you were hoping Onimusha: Way of the Sword would revive the dormant series, you may get your wish. Capcom today announced the latest installment in the action game series has already sold over one million copies across all platforms.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword: 5 gameplay tips you probably haven’t heard of
Gere are a few lesser-known tips that are worth bearing in mind as you explore Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
Capcom has another hit on its hands as Onimusha sells 1 million in a day
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is already nearly the series' best-selling entry
Capcom shares hit new year high following Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s successful launch
Capcom's shares hit a new year-to-date high on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on September 7.
Onimusha Shows Why Capcom Is on a Winning Streak
Onimusha: Way of the Sword succeeds because it does what Capcom games like Resident Evil 7 and Monster Hunter: World did before it - combine the best of the series' past with the best of the wider industry to create a brilliant modern formula.
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.
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.
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
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
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
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Review
An incredible action game with an excellent story to match.
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
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
Onimusha: Way of the Sword ‘Severing Fates’ trailer
Capcom has released a new trailer for swordplay action game Onimusha: Way of the Sword …
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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
Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s Developers Talk Miyamoto Musashi, a Haunted Kyoto, and Modernizing Combat
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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.
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.
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.
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
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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Capcom says it will focus on reviving dormant IPs after Onimusha: Way of the Sword's breakout launch
Capcom has revealed it will focus on reactivating dormant intellectual property following a strong launch for Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
UK Charts: Orbitals Performs Admirably, But Elden Ring Crashes Out Of The Top 40
Tarnished Edition, that is. The latest UK Charts data is in, and we have a few newcomers this week. Most notably, Switch 2 exclusive Orbitals has performed admirably, entering the charts at number 3. It falls just behind Onimusha: Way of the Sword, which expectedly sold exceedingly well on PS5, with Switch 2 making up 8% of the platform split.
10+ New Xbox Games Are Out Today, Plus Another Game Pass Release (September 4)
Time to hit the dice. Happy Friday, everyone! To celebrate the end of the week, we're back with another roundup of all the new releases and what's coming to Xbox Game Pass! The biggest release of the day has got to be Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Capcom seems to be on an insane streak when it comes to top-flight games. I only played the Onimusha demo last night and pre-ordered the game straight after completing it. Did not expect to vibe with it so hard. Read the full article on purexbox.com
Roundup: Here's What The Critics Are Saying About The Blood Of Dawnwalker
It's reviewing very well! It's a busy day for review embargoes, with critics sharing their final verdicts on Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and now The Blood of Dawnwalker, and it looks like they're both bangers! <related ids="205690"> Read the full article on purexbox.com
This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: The Blood of Dawnwalker, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Orbitals, more
The Blood of Dawnwalker for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC, Onimusha: Way of …
Feature: These 40+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (August 31 - September 5)
Including at least five Game Pass titles! Welcome to your Xbox games roundup for August 31 - September 5! We've got some huge releases coming our way over the next few days including The Blood of Dawnwalker and Onimusha: Way of the Sword, while Xbox Game Pass is treating us to at least five new additions with potentially more to be revealed very soon. Here's what's coming to Xbox next week: Read the full article on purexbox.com
Roundup: All The Xbox Reveals From The June 2026 Capcom Showcase
Dark Arisen, Monster Hunter, Onimusha! Earlier this week, we mentioned that Capcom was hosting a showcase on Thursday night featuring the likes of Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, so we thought we'd share all the Xbox-related reveals with you today! There wasn't anything too crazy in here (as expected), but we did get a substantial look at both the Dark Arisen expansion and Onimusha ahead of their launches in a few months' time, along with some Monster Hunter trailer
Highlights from Capcom Spotlight 2026 – Dragon’s Dogma, Onimusha, Monster Hunter, and more
We’re back with another Capcom Spotlight presentation, this time focused on new content for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, a deeper dive into the newly revealed Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, and a new look at Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Here’s a roundup of what you need to know. Monster Hunter Stories 3: […]
Onimusha: Way Of The Sword & Dragon's Dogma 2 Coming To Switch 2 This Year
Includes previously unannounced Dragon’s Dogma 2 expansion, Dark Arisen. Capcom’s healthy Nintendo Switch 2 support continues with Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen coming to the platform later this year. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a new entry in the long-running action-adventure series, with the Switch 2 edition joining the already confirmed PS5, Xbox Series and PC versions on 25th September, 2026.
Capcom is bringing Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Devil May Cry 5, and Dragon’s Dogma 2 to Switch 2
Dragon's Dogma 2 is getting a Dark Arisen expansion