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Capcom går mot strömmen – Onimusha: Way of the Sword släpps tre veckor tidigare
Capcom has moved up the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword to September 4th, three weeks earlier than its original September 25th date. This decision was made to avoid a crowded launch window, with the new date placing it against titles like The Blood of Dawnwalker and Orbitals.
Capcom’s Gorgeous PS5 Action Game Moves Up Release Date
Capcom has moved up the release date for its upcoming PlayStation 5 action game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, to September 4, 2026. The game will also be available on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This marks the first entry in the Onimusha series in 20 years, featuring samurai battling supernatural forces in a dark fantasy Japan.
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition is SSSensational on Switch 2
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition is a highly impressive port for the Nintendo Switch 2, maintaining the series' signature fast-paced combat and visuals. The game runs at a smooth 60 frames per second with excellent load times, including all content from the Special Edition and the Vergil game mode. While visuals are not on par with current-gen consoles, the portability and performance make it a compelling option for newcomers.
Why Is Sony Killing Discs? It’s “All About Profitability And Control,” Expert Says
Sony will discontinue support for PlayStation game discs in January 2028, citing the increasing share of digital game sales. Analyst Rhys Elliott suggests this move prioritizes profitability and control for Sony by eliminating the second-hand market and encouraging full-price digital purchases. While potentially detrimental to consumers and retailers, the shift could benefit developers by allowing for later submission of final game builds.
Godot open-source game engine bans genAI code contributions
The Godot Foundation has implemented new guidelines banning most generative AI code contributions to its open-source game engine. While AI assistance for tasks like code completion is permitted, the engine will no longer accept substantial AI-generated code to ensure human responsibility and manage the review burden on maintainers. This decision comes amidst broader industry discussions about the use of AI in game development.
Why Resident Evil Movie Doesn’t Feature Familiar Characters
Director Zach Cregger explained that his upcoming Resident Evil movie will not feature familiar characters from the video games, opting instead for a self-contained, original story. Cregger believes this approach is more organic and will satisfy fans, despite some preferring adaptations of existing game narratives. The film is set to release on September 18.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword's release date has been pushed up to avoid the pre-GTA 6 scramble
Capcom has moved up the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword to avoid a crowded fall release window, particularly to steer clear of the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. This adjustment aims to give the game a clearer path to market.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Release Date Moved Up to Sept 4 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Capcom has moved up the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword to September 4, 2026, two weeks earlier than previously announced. This change affects digital pre-orders, which will be cancelled and require new pre-orders, and will be reflected in an updated demo. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
Capcom pushes forward Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date just days after devs stated they're not afraid of September's busy schedule
Capcom has moved up the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword to September 4th, three weeks earlier than originally planned. This change affects all platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. The decision comes shortly after producer Akihito Kadowaki commented on the game's release within a busy September period, and ahead of the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 launch in November.
Capcom says sike, we actually are releasing Onimusha: Way of the Sword early with the action game now set to escape the…
Capcom has moved the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword forward by three weeks to September 4, 2026, on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. This decision appears to be a strategic move to avoid launching alongside major titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 later in the year.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date pushed forward, its devs deciding they'd rather fight vampires than cosmic entities and Scottish horrors
Capcom has moved the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword forward to September 4th, avoiding a crowded September release window. The game will feature an "early adopter bonus" for those who purchase it by September 25th on Steam or Epic Games Store. The article also discusses the game's genre, comparing it to titles like Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and the Nioh series.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword launch brought forward to 4th September
Capcom has moved up the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword to September 4th, three weeks earlier than previously announced. A demo is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, offering in-game bonuses for players who transfer save data. An early adopter bonus is also available for purchases made before September 24th.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is releasing 21 days earlier than expected, possibly cramping The Blood of Dawnwalker's…
Capcom has moved up the release date for the Onimusha: Way of the Sword reboot to September 4, from its original September 25 date. This change places it in direct competition with Rebel Wolves' debut action RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, instead of Silent Hill: Townfall and Control. The Onimusha reboot has garnered positive impressions, with a recent demo also receiving public acclaim.
Final trailer now live for Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle — a "reading-style" fantasy adventure from a 30-year industry veteran formerly of Vanillaware.
The final trailer for Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle has been released ahead of its July 8th launch on PC via Steam. Developed by Yoshio Nishimura, a 30-year industry veteran formerly of Vanillaware, the "reading-style" fantasy adventure features over 300 hand-drawn illustrations and offers branching narrative paths. A demo is also available on Steam and has received a "Very Positive" rating.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Release Date Moves Up to September 4
Capcom has moved up the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword to September 4, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders for various editions are live, offering Early Adopter Bonuses until September 24. A free demo is also available, with players receiving an in-game charm for having demo save data.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword gets an earlier release date
Capcom has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will now be released on September 4, 2026, moving up from its original late September date. This earlier release is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. Pre-order bonuses will be available as early adopter rewards until September 24.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Early
Capcom has revised the release date for the swordfighting game Onimusha: Way of the Sword. It is now scheduled to launch on September 4th, approximately three weeks earlier than its previously announced September 25th release.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Release Date Moved Forward
Capcom has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be released earlier than planned on September 4, moving up from its original September 25 date. The action-adventure game is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Capcom moves up Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date
Capcom has moved up the release date for Onimusha: Way of the Sword to September 4, 2026, from its original September 25 date. The game will launch on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X, and PC. This change is likely to avoid the crowded release window in September and October, especially with Grand Theft Auto 6 expected later in the year.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword™ Release Date Advances to September 4
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword will now release on September 4, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This is an earlier release than previously anticipated. A demo is available now, and players who pre-order will receive Early Adopter Bonuses.
