Onimusha: Way of the Sword — Release Date, Trailer & What We Know
An Oni Gauntlet-wielding samurai makes a stand in Kyoto against the encroaching Genma menace. Releasing Sep 2026.
Official trailer & screenshots via Steam
About Onimusha: Way of the Sword
An all-new entry in the Onimusha series! Fight through bloodstained battlefields of intense swordplay action. Explore the historic Japanese capital of Edo-period Kyoto, twisted by malevolent clouds of Malice. With every stage cloaked in mystery, danger and intrigue. Battle against monstrosities from the underworld known as Genma in a tale of dark fantasy. Follow the tale of a samurai who wields the Oni Gauntlet, a mystical artifact that grants its bearer the power to slay Genma. Through gritty, blood-soaked brawls, he searches for his reason to fight. What fate awaits at the end of his path? The Protagonist, Miyamoto Musashi An ardent samurai who arrives in Kyoto looking to prove that he is unmatched in the way of the sword. However, the path before him takes a strange and unexpected turn. The protagonist of this game is a fierce young samurai, constantly moving from one bloody and gritty fight to the next. To cement this image of a striking samurai, Capcom has turned to none other than the late, iconic Japanese samurai movie legend Toshiro Mifune to star as the face model for this rendition of Miyamoto Musashi. Action Equipped with an Oni Gauntlet, Musashi is granted power beyond human limits. Besides giving him the strength needed to cut down the Genma, it also holds numerous other abilities, such as being able to absorb Genma souls and convert them into a power source to further enhance its wearer. But who is behind the voice that rings out from the gauntlet? Genma Usually found dwelling in the lowest depths of hell, the Malice enveloping Kyoto has brought these fiends into the world of the living. Their ceaseless atrocities have plunged the capital into a state of dread and panic. Formidable Foes In his battle against the Genma threat, Musashi will face powerful opponents whose martial prowess rivals his own. Will he triumph, or die trying? Bloody duels to the death await in the capital. Setting The game is set in Kyoto, home to countless shrines and temples, such as Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Twisted by Malice, the face of the capital starts to take on an eerie and foreboding appearance. *This content is also available as part of one or more bundles. Please check your previous purchases to avoid duplication.
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Should You Play Onimusha: Way of the Sword?
An all-new entry in the Onimusha series! Fight through bloodstained battlefields of intense swordplay action. Explore the historic Japanese capital of Edo-period Kyoto, twisted by malevolent clouds of Malice. With every stage cloaked in mystery, danger and intrigue. Battle against monstrosities from the underworld known as Genma in a tale of dark fantasy. Follow the tale of a samurai who wields the Oni Gauntlet, a mystical artifact that grants its bearer the power to slay Genma. Through gritty, blood-soaked brawls, he searches for his reason to fight. Wh…
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is single-player on Steam and runs on Windows. It's drawing steady follower growth ahead of its Sep 2026 release.
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System Requirements & Platforms
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Platforms: Windows
Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 11 · Processor: Intel corei5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 3 3100 · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: GeForce GTX 1660(6GB) / Radeon RX 5500 XT(8GB) · DirectX: Version 12 · Storage: 50 GB available space · Additional Notes: 30 FPS gameplay can be achieved on the 'Low' Graphics Preset at 1080p resolution (using upscaling). Note: The frame rate may drop during periods of excessive load. Note: An SSD is required. - The specifications are subject to change without prior notice. - Super Resolution is enabled via NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 and AMD FSR 3.1. - Upscaling performance estimations were made based on DLSS 4.0 and FSR 3.1 usage. - Depending on your specifications, it is advised to increase the memory available in your system if you wish to run other programs (such as for recording footage, or streaming) while playing the game.
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 11 · Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: GeForce RTX 2060 Super (8GB) / Radeon RX 6600(8GB) · DirectX: Version 12 · Storage: 50 GB available space · Additional Notes: 60 FPS gameplay can be achieved on the 'Medium' Graphics Preset at 1080p resolution (using upscaling). Note: The frame rate may drop during periods of excessive load. Note: An SSD is required. - The specifications are subject to change without prior notice. - Super Resolution is enabled via NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 and AMD FSR 3.1. - Upscaling performance estimations were made based on DLSS 4.0 and FSR 3.1 usage. - Depending on your specifications, it is advised to increase the memory available in your system if you wish to run other programs (such as for recording footage, or streaming) while playing the game.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword — Frequently Asked Questions
- When does Onimusha: Way of the Sword release?
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword is set to launch on Sep 2026 (Coming Soon on Steam).
- What kind of game is Onimusha: Way of the Sword?
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an Action game. An Oni Gauntlet-wielding samurai makes a stand in Kyoto against the encroaching Genma menace.
- Is Onimusha: Way of the Sword multiplayer or co-op?
- No — Onimusha: Way of the Sword is listed as single-player only on Steam.
- Is Onimusha: Way of the Sword on Steam Deck or consoles?
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
- How much does Onimusha: Way of the Sword cost?
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword is priced at $69.99 on Steam.
- What are Onimusha: Way of the Sword's system requirements?
- The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
- Is Onimusha: Way of the Sword worth wishlisting?
- If you enjoy Action games like DARK SOULS™: REMASTERED, NINJA MASTER'S, Audictrl, yes. It's drawing steady follower growth.
- Who made Onimusha: Way of the Sword?
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword is developed by CAPCOM Co., Ltd..
- What games is Onimusha: Way of the Sword similar to?
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword sits alongside Action games such as DARK SOULS™: REMASTERED, NINJA MASTER'S, Audictrl.
- What platforms is Onimusha: Way of the Sword on?
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword is available on Windows.
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