Capcom confirmed that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch on Sept. 25, 2026 [1], following a new game overview trailer released Thursday.
The release marks a significant return for the franchise, which has not seen a new installment in nearly two decades [6]. By reviving the series, Capcom aims to bring the dark fantasy setting of feudal Japan to a modern audience using current hardware capabilities.
The announcement occurred during Sony's June 2026 State of Play broadcast. The presentation included a five-minute sequence of gameplay and screens showcasing the character Dohatsu Ten [5]. A playable demo is also currently available for users to test the combat systems [4].
"Once more, Onimusha: Way of the Sword releases on September 25, 2026," a Capcom spokesperson said [1].
The title is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Xbox on PC [3]. While some reports include the Nintendo Switch 2 as a launch platform [3], other sources do not list the handheld console among the confirmed targets [2].
The game returns players to a supernatural version of feudal Japan where samurai engage in cutting-edge combat against otherworldly forces. This new entry focuses on updating the series' core mechanics for the current generation of gaming hardware.
"Capcom showed up during Sony's June 2026 State of Play with another look at Onimusha: Way of the Sword — and, this time, finally offered a release date," a representative from the State of Play presentation said [2].
“Onimusha: Way of the Sword releases on September 25, 2026.”
The revival of the Onimusha franchise suggests Capcom is diversifying its portfolio by leveraging nostalgia for early 2000s action titles while targeting the current high-fidelity console market. The inclusion of a demo and a multi-platform strategy indicates a push for maximum reach to ensure the series' successful modernization after a long hiatus.
