Capcom has officially announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch globally on September 25, 2026. The highly anticipated action title will be available across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Windows, Steam®, and the Epic Games Store. Digital pre-orders have officially launched across all respective storefronts.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword, an all-new entry in the Onimusha series, plunges the Oni Gauntlet-wielding protagonist, Miyamoto Musashi, into an early Edo-period Kyoto under siege by monstrous fiends known as Genma. Feel the ring of steel on steel as blades clash in tense back-and-forth duels. Cut down foes with authentic and satisfying swordplay. Awaken Oni Powers to pull off superhuman feats. All these elements combine to deliver an unprecedented swordplay action experience you will not want to miss.
Face the Formidable Foe Shuten Doji in the Myth-Laden Wilds of Mount Oe
The newly unveiled story segment takes players to Kyoto’s famed Mount Oe, a majestic natural expanse steeped in rich history and dark folklore.
In the freshly released trailer, Musashi is seen bravely challenging the terrifying Shuten Doji. What fate awaits our legendary swordsman as he confronts this ultimate evil?
Musashi Unleashes the Oni Within! Experience the Next Level of High-Octane Onimusha Action!
A grand mountain range in Kyoto, where sweeping natural wilderness intertwines with deep history and ancient legend. Now occupied by a powerful Genma claiming the name of the mythical demon Shuten Doji, it stands as a perilous stronghold lying in wait for Musashi.
Formidable Foe: Shuten Doji – A large Genma found within a fortress atop Mount Oe, whose heinous acts know no bounds. Legends tell of an Oni by the same name, but could there be some connection here…?
Genma: Oboro Garasu – 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.
Master the Blade: An Inside Look at the Deep and Dynamic Combat System
Discover the diverse array of combat mechanics and abilities designed to deliver the ultimate, exhilarating sword-fighting experience.
Reflex Combo – Successfully chaining together Reflex Dodges against incoming enemy attacks builds Musashi’s focus, allowing players to unleash a devastating Reflex Combo.
Unleash the Oni Within: Discover Musashi’s Hidden Powers
Oni Strength – Harness the raw, supernatural power of the Oni to turn the tide of battle with sheer brute force. Deliver devastating, heavy strikes to break through enemy guards, turning this ability into an invaluable asset for both intense combat encounters and exploration.
Oni Agility – Wield the explosive quickness of the Oni to carve a path through any obstacle. This ability grants unparalleled mobility, allowing Musashi to perform feats like wall-running across specific surfaces to outmaneuver foes in combat and access hidden areas during exploration.
Play the Opening Chapter Today: Onimusha: Way of the Sword DEMO Now Live
Ahead of the global launch on Friday, 25 September 2026, a playable demo is available starting today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC* via Steam and the Epic Games Store!
Get a taste of the exhilarating swordplay action for yourself! Experience one of the opening stages of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, an all-new entry in Capcom’s swordplay action series, in the demo available now! Utilize parries, deflects, Issen, soul absorption, and an Oni Armament to fight your way through the Kiyomizu-dera Temple stage and face Musashi’s formidable rival, Sasaki Ganryu.
Demo Save Data Bonus
Players with save data from the demo on their system can unlock the following exclusive content in the final retail version of the game: Charm: Kubi Akari
Pre-Orders Open Today!
Pre-orders for Onimusha: Way of the Sword begin today. Players who reserve their copy early will receive the “Sealed Curse” sword skin and “Lion Dog” charm as bonuses. Additionally, pre-orders of the Deluxe Edition and Premium Deluxe Edition will include bonus rewards.
The Standard Edition will launch both physically and digitally for PlayStation 5, and digitally for Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC via Steam. Meanwhile, the Deluxe and Premium Deluxe Editions will be available exclusively in digital formats across all three platforms.
Specially curated DLCs that come with the Deluxe Edition and Premium Deluxe Edition feature an exclusive selection of charms, cosmetic items to customize Musashi and select character’s appearances, along with sword and gauntlet appearances:
Deluxe Kit
・Outfit for Musashi (Red Armor)
・Sword Appearance (Raizen, Enryuu, Bamboo & Panda, Whittled Oar)
・Gauntlet Appearance (Crimson Lotus)
・Charms (Oni Lady, Little Dancer, Mentor)
Premium Kit
・Outfit for Oni Lady (Bird Call, Snow Camellia, Elegance)
・Outfit for Okuni (Flower Dance, Goldfish Dance, Oni Dance)
・Musashi’s Haori (Hellfire, Moonlight, Cloudbiter)
・In-Game Mini Digital Soundtrack (5 tracks)