Onimusha: Way of the Sword Reveals Release Date, Demo Available

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Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released on September 25, 2026, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam.
A free demo for the game is available now, featuring a battle against Sasaki Ganryu and offering progression rewards in the full game.
Pre-orders are open with various editions available, each offering bonus perks such as cosmetic items, amulets, outfits, and a digital soundtrack.
The game marks the return of the Onimusha series after over twenty years, and features iconic mechanics like Issen and soul absorption. A PC benchmark tool is scheduled for release soon.

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Capcom has announced the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword during Sony’s State of Play presentation. The game is set to launch on September 25, 2026. A free demo for Onimusha: Way of the Sword is available starting today, June 3, 2026, allowing players to experience the game’s combat before its release. This demo features a battle against Sasaki Ganryu, Miyamoto Musashi’s legendary rival in Japanese folklore. Progress made in the demo will not carry over to the full game. Preorders for Onimusha: Way of the Sword are now open, offering bonus perks that include the Charm: Lion Dog and the Sword Appearance: Sealed Curse. The Deluxe Edition includes cosmetic items and extra amulets for Musashi, while the Premium Deluxe Edition adds outfits for allied characters and a digital soundtrack. The Standard Edition will be available in both physical and digital formats, with the two premium editions exclusively digital. Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam. The game marks the return of the Onimusha series after more than twenty years, launching safely distanced from other major releases.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword – Mount Oe & Shuten Doji Trailer Revealed, Demo Reward and PC Benchmark Announced

In Onimusha: Way of the Sword, players assume the role of Miyamoto Musashi, a historical Japanese samurai figure who wields an Oni glove, granting him supernatural powers. The story unfolds in a dark fantasy version of Edo-period Japan, where demons called Genma have invaded Kyoto. The new trailer revealed during the State of Play showcased Mount Oe, the lair of a colossal Genma claiming to be the legendary Shuten Doji, as well as a sequence of Musashi transforming into a powerful Oni warrior. Iconic series mechanics such as Issen, the timed counterattack, and soul absorption are also featured. Completing the demo rewards players with the Kubi Akari amulet for use in the final game. A PC benchmark tool is also scheduled for release soon.

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