Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Release dates by platform
- TBCTBA
- PCSep 4, 2026
- PS5Sep 4, 2026
- Xbox SeriesSep 4, 2026
Last official trailer: 06/10/2026 (3 days ago)
Also known as: way of the sword, 鬼武者 way of the sword
Highly anticipated return of the Onimusha franchise.
This week in the comments
A busy post-launch week of about 306 comments, split between fan pride, boss-fight rage and an argument over a perfect score. The tone is more divided than during the pre-release hype: praise is still loud, but the criticism is sharper.
IGN's 10/10 sticks in some throats
About 7% of the week's comments push back on the perfect score. Many see it as a 7-8 or a 9 and compare it with Stellar Blade or with other 10s they feel should be reserved for all-time greats.
The final boss is leaving scars
Around 15% of the week's chatter is about Yoshitsune: phase 3, an uncounterable grab, games abandoned, controllers nearly thrown. A handful of players share tips and victories alongside.
Carnage and the Bishamon sword: reward or chore?
About 7% of comments. Some love the challenge; others resent the gear reset and wonder what an unlockable weapon is for once everything is already beaten.
Enemies still waiting their turn
About 6% of comments knock the passive regular enemies, with some recommending an aggression mod. Same complaint as before launch, now made after dozens of hours of play.
Top reactions and controversies
Capcom's year of grace
Dominant takeThe most constant refrain: Capcom stringing together RE Requiem, Pragmata and Onimusha. Commenters talk of a winning streak, developer of the year and a possible GOTY, from the trailers right through release.
Twenty years of waiting, finally paid off
Dominant takeA wave of nostalgia: first PS2 games, childhood memories, joy at seeing the series return. Many also ask for remasters of Onimusha 3 and Dawn of Dreams, or Samanosuke's comeback.
Too easy, or true to the series?
ControversySince the demo, regular enemies politely waiting their turn have split the community. Some want more aggression and a hard mode; others say Onimusha was never a Souls game and that bosses carry the challenge.
No disc, no buy: anger at Sony
ControversyAround the "Severing Fates" trailer, comments drown in a slogan boycotting an all-digital console. A minority points out that the game does ship on disc, or defends going digital.
A Sekiro-like, really?
ControversyComparisons to Sekiro, Nioh or Ghost of Tsushima pop up everywhere. Some take it as praise, others as "clone" talk, and many stress that Onimusha predates Souls games.
Read the full breakdown →Musashi's British accent
ControversyThe English dub, judged cheesy or out of place for a samurai, keeps coming up from the first trailers. Many say they'll play in Japanese, while others defend the performance.
Read the full breakdown →History — sentiment over time
- L'annonce
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword - Announce Trailer
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword - Message from the Developers
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword - 1st Trailer: Protagonist
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword - Overview Trailer
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword - Severing Fates
- La sortie
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword — quick answers
How many views do Onimusha: Way of the Sword's trailers have?
As of 05/09/2026, Onimusha: Way of the Sword totals 30.9 M measured views: 24.5 M from official and media trailers, 6.4 M from creator buzz.
When does Onimusha: Way of the Sword release?
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is announced for Sep 4, 2026 on TBC · PC · PS5 · Xbox Series.
When was the last official Onimusha: Way of the Sword trailer?
The most recent official video counted for Onimusha: Way of the Sword was published on 06/10/2026 — 3 days ago.
Is way of the sword the same game as Onimusha: Way of the Sword?
Yes — Onimusha: Way of the Sword is also known as way of the sword, 鬼武者 way of the sword.
What do players think of Onimusha: Way of the Sword?
Based on an analysis of 36 k YouTube comments, opinion on Onimusha: Way of the Sword currently stands at 40% positive and 35% negative.
Why is Onimusha: Way of the Sword controversial?
Too easy, or true to the series? — Since the demo, regular enemies politely waiting their turn have split the community. Some want more aggression and a hard mode; others say Onimusha was never a Souls game and that bosses carry the challenge.