Onimusha: Way of the Sword Launches Three Weeks Early

WHO:

IGN - Capcom is the developer of Onimusha: Way of the Sword.

Gematsu - The Onimusha series debuted in 2001.

WHAT:

IGN - Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released on September 4, three weeks earlier than the previously announced date of September 25.

Gematsu - The game will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store.

Gematsu - The Onimusha series has sold over 8.7 million units worldwide.

WHERE:

IGN - The game is set in Kyoto during the early Edo period.

Gematsu - The game features the historic Japanese capital of Edo-era Kyoto.

WHEN:

IGN - The game will be released on September 4.

IGN - The previous release date was September 25.

WHY:

IGN - Capcom aims to continue a successful year following positive reviews and sales for Resident Evil Requiem.

HOW:

IGN - A demo for Onimusha: Way of the Sword is currently available for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

IGN - Players who play the demo and have save data will receive a Kubi Akari charm in the full release.

(UPDATED July 2, 2026 23:27 UTC)

Capcom has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released on September 4, arriving three weeks earlier than the previously scheduled date of September 25. Set in the historic Japanese capital of Edo-era Kyoto, this latest installment in the Onimusha series, which has sold over 8.7 million units worldwide, will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Players can currently try out a demo for the game on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and those who play the demo and have save data will receive a special Kubi Akari charm in the full release.