New Onimusha May Get Demo

by Jonathan Dubinski January 6, 2026

written by Jonathan Dubinski January 6, 2026

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Capcom is releasing three major titles in 2026, including Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch after being showcased worldwide in 2025, and Capcom is planning extensive pre-release promotion to generate excitement.
Capcom is considering providing a demo or beta test for Onimusha: Way of the Sword before its release, offering players an opportunity to experience the game early.
This move by Capcom aims to create buzz and broaden access to Onimusha: Way of the Sword ahead of its 2026 launch.

Capcom Announces Onimusha Demo for Pre-Release Access in 2026

Capcom plans to release three major titles in 2026: Resident Evil: Requiem, Pragmata, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword. According to Akihito Kadowaki of Capcom, 2026 will be a “special year” for the company, as Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch after being showcased worldwide in 2025. To capitalize on this exposure and generate further excitement, Capcom is considering broader opportunities for players to experience the game before its release. Satoru Nihei told 4Gamer that Capcom aims to generate buzz for Onimusha: Way of the Sword through extensive pre-release promotion, and that “everyone would have access to the demo” prior to launch. While Nihei did not explicitly confirm a playable demo for home use, he stated that Capcom is considering “an opportunity through which everyone can experience [the game] before launch,” effectively confirming plans for a demo or beta test, similar to those offered for other major releases.

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