Overview
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword is scheduled to launch on September 4, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
- Capcom released the 'Severing Fates' trailer on Thursday, Aug. 6, which showcases Kyoto locations such as Yasui Konpiragu Shrine and new footage of the multi-armed boss Rasho-gan.
- Hands-on previews single out the Issen system as the game’s mechanical core, requiring precision-timed parries and counters that open windows for finishers and chain attacks.
- The game mixes linear stages with semi-open Kyoto hubs, rift-style missions, resource collection and a sizable skill tree that uses absorbed souls to upgrade weapons, charms, and Oni abilities.
- Previews praise the RE Engine’s visuals and animation, report broadly solid multi-platform performance, and note the Switch 2 build runs well with responsive motion controls despite minor handheld fidelity compromises.