When Capcom announced it was working on a follow-up to Onimusha, titled Onimusha: Way of the Sword, fans of the franchise went wild. Now, thanks to the latest Capcom Spotlight event, we have more details about the highly anticipated game.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is set to launch in 2026, so if you were hoping for a release this year, you’ll have to wait a bit longer. This new installment introduces several fresh characters, including a brand-new protagonist, and takes place in Kyoto during Japan’s Edo period. Just like the original game, the focus remains on intense and cinematic sword combat.
One of the most significant takeaways from the event is that the development team is making it clear: Onimusha: Way of the Sword won’t be an impossibly difficult game.
Instead, Capcom aims to deliver an action-packed experience where players can enjoy thrilling sword fights without the brutal challenge of a Soulslike. In other words, this won’t be one of those games designed to relentlessly punish players—it’s about pure action, not frustration.
And honestly, I respect that. Lately, so many games toe the line between action RPGs and Soulslike experiences, leading to endless debates about which...
