Onimusha: Way of the Sword Reviews
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is effectively a 30fps game on Switch 2, which naturally lowers the appeal of this action game compared to other platforms, but if you can adapt then it's still a great game. The underlying visuals are another showcase for what the Switch 2 is capable of, and its katana-fuelled action surviving the transition to handheld in remarkably good form.
So, if you weren't sure where to play it, wonder no more: the Switch 2 is as good an option as any other, especially if you want to play it anywhere, because it also runs beautifully in handheld mode...
Review in Spanish | Read full review
And there's certainly room for improvement, but just as Resident Evil reinvented itself and we celebrate its current formula today, Onimusha also needed to evolve to adapt to the times . To transform, rather.
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After two decades, Onimusha Way of the Sword is a turning point for the franchise. It's a genuinely engaging and engrossing story that sets up for a sequel I'm already itching to play, but is unfortunately held back by a cloud of annoying - and avoidable - pitfalls.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a reboot done right. Rather than chase trends, Capcom has updated the gameplay while staying true to its roots. With stellar combat and rewarding exploration, this is one of the best action-adventure games released for the PlayStation 5.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword's combat is as sharp as a katana, but unfortunately, that blade is uneven and dull elsewhere.
It's finally back.
After a two-decade hiatus, Onimusha: Way of the Sword delivers a great modernization of the classic series' formulas without losing its identity to the Soulslike trend. While the semi-open Kyoto and narrative aren't memorable, its sharp combat system, excellent enemy design and difficulty balance make the game a triumphant comeback for returning fans and newcomers alike.
Capcom's Onimusha reboot successfully combines old-school linearity with contemporary melee mechanics. The result is a throwback action-adventure bolstered by ultra-satisfying and modernised combat, as well as some of the most surprisingly unsettling comedy and horror moments in recent memory.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is one of those games that reminds us how satisfying a thoughtfully crafted combat system can be. Every exchange of blows, every dodge, and every successful Issen gives the feeling of truly being in control of the fight, while the bosses transform this solidity into spectacular, tense, and challenging duels.
Review in Italian | Read full review
The very identity of Onimusha is back in full force, so it's time to wipe the grit from your blade and assume the role of a legendary sword savant, comforted in the knowledge that you're in store for a spellbinding and endlessly rewarding samurai action adventure opus.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an often outstanding action game that bears all the hallmarks of a modern Capcom masterpiece.Its combat is clearly the main draw and it's a superb system once it gets rolling. The boss fights in particular are some of the best you'll find on PS5. But even beyond the sword-swinging skirmishes, Way of the Sword impresses with great characters and eye-popping cutscenes. This is a fantastic revival of a franchise that's been sleeping for far too long.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is such a refreshing action game, with focus on its combat systems and cinematic narrative. In those respects, it sets a high standard for all other video games.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an excellent title, captivating above all for its art and a combat system that is, without fear of contradiction, among the best in its category.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Capcom dusts off one of its longtime franchises in “Onimusha: Way of the Sword,” featuring fantastic characters and bosses and a fun combat system that balances risks and rewards. It isn’t perfect as the pacing can get uneven once exploration is thrown in. Sometimes, though, you just need a stepping stone to get back on the right track after losing your way. In that sense, I feel quite confident that Onimusha is back on solid ground.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a stunning return for one of Capcom's most overlooked series, with a truly spectacular combat system and boss battles that constantly evoke the dynamic feeling of an action film.
To what extent is Onimusha: Way of the Sword a reboot? In other words, what exactly has been booted out? The plot of the first game in Capcom's ser...
Onimusha: Way of the Sword successfully revives the series with rewarding swordplay, cinematic combat, and a compelling new protagonist. Uneven pacing, audio problems, awkward movement, and limited accessibility options keep this promising new beginning from reaching its full potential.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a great modern entry into the long-running and long-dormant Capcom series. The combat and story are great, but open-world bloat makes this Capcom's most divisive release in years.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword lives up to its name by providing intense, complex sword-based combat against a barrage of powerful bosses. But its exploration and side quests can frequently distract from the best parts of the game.