Onimusha: Way of the Sword: Release Date, Platforms, Gameplay and Everything You Need to Know
Last updated August 30, 2026
A dark samurai action game starring Miyamoto Musashi in an Edo-period Kyoto twisted by Malice and overrun by the Genma.
Release date and platforms
4 September 2026 — PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Capcom
What defines this World?
- Close-range sword combat rewards timing, positioning, and decisive counters.
- The Oni Gauntlet is central to Musashi’s supernatural power.
- Genma encounters mix grounded sword duels with demonic threats.
- Kyoto and Mount Oe frame a journey through corrupted historic locations.
Before you play
- Learn enemy attack rhythms before committing to long combinations.
- Use space and angles to avoid being surrounded.
- Treat major duels as timing tests rather than damage races.
- Review newly unlocked Oni Gauntlet options after difficult encounters.
Official sources
Official game page or announcement · Watch the official video