Onimusha: Way of the Sword Reviews
Onimusha: Way of the Sword marks a successful return for a series that had been absent from the spotlight for a long time. Capcom has managed to modernize the formula without losing the unique character that made Onimusha stand out, with the combat system undoubtedly being its greatest strength.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword delivers an excellent combat system and epic boss battles, but its game structure stretches itself unnecessarily, resulting in too much repetition.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a superb samurai action game with exceptional combat, memorable bosses, strong characters, and a striking horror tone.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is one of those games where, whilst playing, I found myself thinking time and again: “Blimey, this is phenomenal.” The combat, in particular, left a lasting impression on me. The combination of parries, dodges, Issen attacks and spectacular boss battles ensures that you’ll want to draw that sword time and time again. The Japanese atmosphere, music and visual splendour also make this a particularly atmospheric adventure. Unfortunately, the repetitive Malice and Rift missions, recurring sub-bosses and the inevitable back-and-forth running mean the game doesn’t quite reach perfection. But I thoroughly enjoyed it. Even when I got thoroughly beaten as Musashi, I found myself staring at the screen with a smile. Following Resident Evil 9: Requiem and PRAGMATA, Capcom proves once again that it still knows how to deliver top-class games. With Onimusha: Way of the Sword, the company has hit the bullseye once more.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a spectacular, challenging samurai action game that will put your reflexes to the test in a ruthless way. It isn’t a ‘soulslike’, but it draws on some of its principles to create electrifying combat.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
That kind of comeback after twenty years makes up for the wait. The dynamic combat and boss fights are the best thing that happened to action games this year. It’s just a shame that, in between them, the game makes you do the exact same thing for a few hours too long.
Review in Polish | Read full review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword delivers a truly immersive experience, featuring breathtaking visuals that vividly bring its fantastical world to life, alongside engaging gameplay that keeps players captivated throughout. Its compelling storyline adds depth and emotional weight, showcasing Capcom's skill in creating a masterpiece that stands as a strong contender for Game of the Year.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a successful comeback for a series that has been absent for far too long. The combat system is precise and entirely built around timing, undoubtedly representing the greatest strength of this new chapter in Capcom's franchise, while the atmosphere of a Kyoto overrun by Genma malice manages to deliver some truly evocative moments. Some limitations in the side activities and a certain degree of repetition prevent the adventure from reaching excellence, but Musashi and his journey through a world of samurai and demons still manage to leave their mark. A compact, spectacular experience that remains, above all, faithful to the spirit of the Onimusha franchise.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a bloody and satisfying return for a series that has been missing for far too long. The brutal sword-fighting, interesting story, incredible environments and entertaining dialogue kept me hooked, even when the camera decided to fight me harder than the Genma. Onimusha is finally back, and it was well worth the wait.
If you’re a fan of action games, samurai, Japanese history, demonic fantasy, or simply great sword combat, Onimusha: Way of the Sword should definitely be on your radar. An excellent comeback that further confirms Capcom’s impressive form.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a must-play because Capcom has managed to recapture its essence and adapt it to the modern era. The combat system is undoubtedly its greatest strength, delivering some spectacular moments. Add to that a fantastic setting, memorable boss battles, and top-notch audiovisuals. Not everything is on the same level, but it proves that the franchise has an excellent foundation for the series’ future.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a fantastic return for a franchise many thought Capcom had left behind. Even when I thought combat had hit its peak, the game kept layering on deeper mechanics, richer upgrades, and thrilling boss encounters that demand your absolute best. In a stacked month of massive releases, Musashi’s journey isn't just worth your time—it's an absolute must-play for action fans.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an action-packed welcome back that’ll give fans both new and old something to be excited about. It’s a game that respects the past with its familiarity while also inserting its own flavor to make it stand on its own against other single player narrative games while even paying homage to action games that more or less could’ve replaced it.
Capcom has modernised the formula without sanding off its personality, combining deliberate swordplay, grotesque demons, and a rather rollicking adventure marked with dark twists and turns. The end result is a bloody, stylish and surprisingly amusing-in-spots slasher that understands the appeal of cutting through Genma demons with increasing degrees of supernatural bullshit. It’s not trying to be Warlords again. It’s forging its own blade. And after nearly two decades of waiting, I’m more than happy to be storing it up on my katanakake with the older ones.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword offers a solid foundation in certain aspects, particularly with its protagonist, Musashi. In addition to the combat system and several distinctive ideas in its boss encounters. However, the game did not utilize these elements well due to a lack of enemy variety, an overly easy difficulty curve, lackluster level and quest design, and shallow exploration. These shortcomings held the experience far below its true potential, ultimately rendering the game a wasted opportunity on all fronts.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Rebooting a classic franchise is never an easy task, but Onimusha: Way of the Sword pulls it off with precision, delivering a fun, action-packed samurai adventure that will appeal to both veterans and newcomers to Capcom’s saga. The fact that even its occasional difficulty spikes don't prevent a recommendation proves it is well worth wielding the Oni Gauntlet and putting an end to the demonic hordes as Miyamoto Musashi. And, fortunately for us, the Switch 2 is a great platform for doing just that.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword confirms Capcom’s success in masterfully reviving the franchise, pleasing both new and returning fans with its humorous plot, agile combat, and expansive exploration. Although it has its shortcomings—such as excessively tough bosses, limited enemy variety, and minor exploration flaws—these issues do not diminish the brilliance of this excellent title.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Onimusha: Way of the Sword not only rescues the franchise but elevates it to a new level, positioning itself as one of the best games in Capcom's recent history. The edge of the sword has been sharpened with perfection, patience, and respect for the source material. Without a doubt, one of the best releases of the year!
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Way of the Sword borrows just enough from that genre to feel current without losing its own identity, making it approachable even for players who normally avoid Soulslikes.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is one of the best action games you'll play in 2026 - Capcom is once again at the top of its game with thrilling combat, boss fight spectacles, and a charismatic, endearing protagonist in Musashi.