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Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is Capcom's new swordplay action game starring Miyamoto Musashi in a dark, supernatural version of early Edo-period Kyoto.
Release
September 4, 2026
Status
Released
Platforms
PS5 • Xbox Series X|S • Nintendo Switch 2 • PC
XGW Hype
★★★★☆
Developer
Capcom
Publisher
Capcom
About Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Overview
Onimusha: Way of the Sword revives Capcom's classic action series with a new story centered on Miyamoto Musashi. Armed with the Oni Gauntlet, Musashi battles Genma across a Kyoto transformed by supernatural Malice while mastering brutal sword combat and confronting powerful rivals.
Release Information
Onimusha: Way of the Sword launched on September 4, 2026 and is now available.
Platform Information
The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC.
XGW Game Brief
What We Know
- Miyamoto Musashi is the protagonist.
- The game is set in a supernatural version of early Edo-period Kyoto.
- Combat focuses on intense swordplay against Genma and powerful human opponents.
- Capcom is developing and publishing the title.
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