Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny (2025) Reviews
Despite some dated elements, Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is a faithful and thoughtfully enhanced return to a PS2-era classic. It may not win over everyone, but for fans of the original – or newcomers curious about a piece of the series’ history ahead of the upcoming release of its newest entry – it’s a compelling and enjoyable action-adventure that stands up better than expected.
The Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny remaster is a treat for fans of the franchise, who are eagerly awaiting more news. However, it may only be more interesting and functional for those players who carry fond memories of the franchise.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is a great entry in the Onimusha franchise, expanding on everything its predecessor introduced while also adding new features to the formula. Although it still has some ongoing issues, its improvements are significant and the remaster adds even more new features, making this the definitive version of the classic.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a good follow-up to the original Onimusha and improves on it in almost every way, and this remaster is the definitive way to play it. The combat feels great, the upscaled pre-rendered backgrounds are gorgeous, and the colorful cast of characters helps propel the story above the first game in the series. Some half-baked systems and mechanics hold it back from being truly great, but I still recommend this to those who love the original release and to those who may have never played the series before.
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny returns for a new generation, keeping its charm despite its dated aspects. While lacking major upgrades, its cast and refined combat still make demon-slaying a blast.
In the end, I didn’t expect to enjoy this remaster as much as I did. Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny strikes a nostalgic chord while offering a surprisingly polished and playable experience. Some aging systems and technical constraints hold it back slightly, but this is still a strong reintroduction to the series, and has me genuinely excited for Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Capcom’s message is clear: Onimusha is back.
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is far from a groundbreaking remaster, offering a rather predictable return of the 2002 classic. Despite some visual limitations, Jubei's adventure remains enjoyable, with gameplay elements that anticipated modern trends. The graphical update is modest, mainly improving resolution and models. Aside from minor tweaks, it’s the same game—flaws and all. Whether to revisit it now or wait for its grand comeback next year is up to you.
Review in Italian | Read full review
This new version of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is well worth jumping in. It’s an excellent example of how well games of its ilk were developed and that it’s imperative to look past outdated character models in order to see that they’re still incredibly playable to this day.
With its gameplay updates and improved graphics, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a great game for both nostalgia seekers and new players, but those expecting a more comprehensive update may be disappointed.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
The remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is proof that quality gameplay and a strong atmosphere can survive the decades. But it also shows that a remaster in 2025 should bring more than just higher resolution and new difficulty. While fans of the franchise will be satisfied, newcomers will have to tolerate the outdated design, cluttered gift system, and visual limitations. While the remaster is not a failure, it feels like a missed opportunity for a worthy revival of one of the series' most ambitious installments.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Onimusha 2 Remastered is an experience that rewards those who know what they’re looking for: nostalgia, challenge, and a surprisingly charming narrative wrapped in a classic package. It’s not the epic revival many had hoped for, but it is a worthy return that lays the groundwork for a new chapter in the saga.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny, like an old katana, draws its blade once more, carving a path to modern consoles. Its age undoubtedly shows in places, but beneath the wear is a razor-sharp, thrilling demon-slaying adventure that still outclasses many of today’s flashier games.
A faithful but flawed remaster that polishes a PS2 cult classic without fixing its dated design. While the upscaled visuals and refined combat shine, stubborn fixed cameras and archaic progression hold it back. For fans, it's a nostalgic trip worth taking—but newcomers may find its clunkiness harder to swallow than a demon soul.
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remaster brings back a PS2 classic with cleaner visuals, smoother controls, and light quality-of-life tweaks. Its branching companion system and rewarding combat still stand out, even if some camera issues and story elements haven’t aged well. The remaster stays faithful to the original, for better and worse. Fans of the series will find something to enjoy, but it’s a tougher sell for newcomers.
“There’s something sacred about revisiting an old-school PS2 title and finding it not only intact but enhanced only where needed. The remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny pulls off that rare feat — retaining the original’s quirky charm and soul. Capcom has tweaked the game in just enough places that it doesn’t ruin the nostalgia.”
Onimusha 2 Samurai’s Destiny doesn’t reinvent the wheel or dramatically modernize every aspect of the original game. However, with its stylish action, welcome updates, and nostalgic charm, the remaster proves that even a 20-year-old game can still cut deep.
The Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny remaster is a valuable one, especially with Way of the Sword on the horizon.
Capcom delivered another successful remaster. Although Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is the least beloved of the original trilogy, it remains a major classic of the sixth console generation and one of the most ambitious titles of its time. With quality-of-life improvements and a beautiful adaptation of its pre-rendered backgrounds to HD, this is the definitive version of Jubei Yagyu's revenge.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is an excellent remaster and a clear step up from Onimusha: Warlords. While it still has its innate jank, the new additions and QoL features make this game feel up to current-day standards.
Despite it being released in 2002, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny has some cool new features, and is still enjoyable to play in the current gaming climate.