Onimusha: Way of the Sword

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Buy Onimusha: Way of the Sword and step into a dark fantasy version of Edo-period Kyoto as the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi. Wield the mystical Oni Gauntlet, master intense swordplay, absorb Genma souls, and battle terrifying creatures spreading through the city.

Developed and published by Capcom, Onimusha: Way of the Sword brings the classic Onimusha series back with a new story, brutal sword combat, supernatural abilities, and a recreated historical Kyoto. Whether you're new to the series or returning after years away, the game offers a standalone adventure that can be enjoyed without playing the previous Onimusha titles.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Release Date and Platforms

Onimusha: Way of the Sword released on September 4, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. It is a single-player swordplay action game set in an Edo-period Kyoto twisted by a supernatural force known as Malice.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword at a Glance

Feature	Details
Release Date	September 4, 2026
Platforms	PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch 2
Developer	Capcom
Publisher	Capcom
Genre	Swordplay Action
Players	1
Game Mode	Single-player
Editions	Standard, Deluxe, Premium Deluxe
Main Character	Miyamoto Musashi
Setting	Edo-period Kyoto

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Gameplay Features

Onimusha: Way of the Sword focuses on fast, brutal swordplay. As Miyamoto Musashi, players can use traditional weapons alongside supernatural Oni powers to fight Genma and powerful enemies throughout Kyoto.

• Swordplay Combat: Fight enemies with fast and precise sword attacks.
• Issen: Master the series' signature counterattack technique.
• Break Issen: Strike enemies after depleting their Stamina Gauge.
• Oni Gauntlet: Use the mystical gauntlet to gain supernatural abilities.
• Soul Absorption: Absorb Genma souls and use them as a source of power.
• Oni Awakening: Release Musashi's inner Oni strength for powerful attacks.
• Oni Armaments: Use supernatural weapons and abilities against Genma.
• Dynamic Dismemberment: Cut enemies along the trajectory of your blade.
• Parrying: Defend against attacks and create openings for counterattacks.
• Enemy Weaknesses: Identify opportunities to deal more damage during combat.
• Boss Battles: Face powerful opponents in intense sword duels.
• Exploration: Explore different areas of a twisted Kyoto.
• Charms: Equip charms to strengthen Musashi's abilities.
• Sword Customization: Change the appearance of Musashi's weapons.
• PS5 Features: Experience DualSense haptics, adaptive triggers, and 3D audio features on PS5.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Editions

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is available in Standard, Deluxe, and Premium Deluxe Editions. The Deluxe and Premium Deluxe versions add cosmetic items, charms, sword appearances, outfits, and other digital bonuses.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Standard Edition

The Standard Edition includes the complete base game.

Includes:

• Onimusha: Way of the Sword
• Full game
• Single-player campaign
• Early Adopter Bonuses

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Deluxe Edition

The Deluxe Edition includes the base game and the Deluxe Kit.

Includes:

• Onimusha: Way of the Sword
• Charm: Oni Lady
• Charm: Little Dancer
• Charm: Mentor
• Sword Appearance: Bamboo & Panda
• Sword Appearance: Whittled Oar
• Sword Appearance: Raizan
• Sword Appearance: Enryuu
• Outfit for Musashi: Red Armor
• Oni Gauntlet: Crimson Lotus
• Early Adopter Bonuses

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Premium Deluxe Edition

The Premium Deluxe Edition includes the Deluxe and Premium Kits with additional outfits, charms, sword appearances, and a mini digital soundtrack.

Includes:

• Onimusha: Way of the Sword
• Deluxe Kit
• Premium Kit
• Hellfire Haori
• Moonlight Haori
• Cloudbiter Haori
• Musashi: Red Armor
• Oni Gauntlet: Crimson Lotus
• Okuni: Flower Dance
• Okuni: Goldfish Dance
• Okuni: Oni Dance
• Oni Lady: Bird Call
• Oni Lady: Snow Camellia
• Oni Lady: Elegance
• In-Game Mini Digital Soundtrack

You can also check out our Onimusha: Way of the Sword editions and pre-order guide to know more about the editions.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Story and Setting

Onimusha: Way of the Sword takes place in early Edo-period Kyoto, where the historic city has been transformed by clouds of supernatural Malice. The corruption allows monstrous creatures known as Genma to enter the human world, turning Kyoto into a dangerous battlefield. You play as Miyamoto Musashi, a young samurai who arrives in Kyoto determined to prove his skill with the sword. His journey takes an unexpected turn when he gains the power of the Oni through the mysterious Oni Gauntlet. As Musashi battles the Genma, he begins searching for the reason behind his fight and the path he is meant to follow.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Kyoto Locations

The game recreates historical Kyoto while adding dark fantasy elements and supernatural corruption.

• Kiyomizu-dera
• Kennin-ji Temple
• Rokudo Chinno-ji Temple
• Mount Oe
• Kyoto Streets
• Shrines
• Temples
• Malice-Corrupted Areas

Capcom says the development team worked closely with the City of Kyoto and researched real locations to recreate the city and its historical details.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Weapons

• Katana
• Oni Gauntlet
• Oni Armaments
• Oni Bow
• Sword Variants
• Special Weapons

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Characters

• Miyamoto Musashi
• Toshiro Mifune
• Okuni
• Oni Lady
• Sasaki Ganryu
• Daidara
• Genma
• Oni

Miyamoto Musashi is the game's protagonist, with his appearance based on legendary Japanese actor Toshiro Mifune. Check out our Onimusha: Way of the Sword characters guide to learn more about them.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Enemies

• Genma
• Sasaki Ganryu
• Daidara
• Oni Creatures
• Malice-Corrupted Enemies
• Formidable Foes

More Games Like Onimusha: Way of the Sword

If you enjoy sword-based combat, Japanese settings, dark fantasy, and action-adventure games, check out:

• Nioh 2 (2020)
• Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (2019)
• Rise of the Ronin (2024)
• Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut (2021)
• Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty (2023)
• Black Myth: Wukong (2024)
• Stellar Blade (2024)
• Devil May Cry 5 (2019)
• Final Fantasy XVI (2023)
• Elden Ring (2022)
• Like a Dragon: Ishin! (2023)
• Assassin's Creed Shadows (2025)
• Dragon's Dogma 2 (2024)
• Nioh (2017)
• Samurai Warriors 5 (2021)
• The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (2015)
• Lords of the Fallen (2023)
• Lies of P (2023)
• Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon (2023)
• God of War Ragnarök (2022)
• Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (2024)
• For Honor (2017)
• The First Berserker: Khazan (2025)
• Black Myth: Wukong (2024)
• Phantom Blade Zero (2026)

Explore More Onimusha Games

If you want to explore the series beyond Way of the Sword:

• Onimusha: Warlords (2001)
• Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny (2002)
• Onimusha 3: Demon Siege (2004)
• Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams (2006)
• Onimusha: Warlords Remastered (2019)
• Onimusha: Way of the Sword (2026)

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