Onimusha: Way of the Sword Modernizes Combat and Setting
Capcom developers are reimagining the iconic samurai with a modernized combat system. The game draws inspiration from historical figures and a haunted Kyoto setting. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is slated for a September 2026 release.
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Capcom directors Satoru Nihei and Akihito Kadowaki discuss the inspirations behind Onimusha: Way of the Sword, including its combat mechanics and the influence of games like Super Mario Odyssey and Gundam Versus. They also touch upon Capcom's consistent quality and how the team adapted to working during the pandemic.
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Developers behind Onimusha: Warlords discuss the inspiration drawn from Miyamoto Musashi and a haunted Kyoto setting. They also touch upon the process of modernizing the game's combat system for contemporary audiences.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword’s Developers Talk Miyamoto Musashi, a Haunted Kyoto, and Modernizing Combat
Capcom developers Satoru Nihei and Akihito Kadowaki discuss the upcoming Onimusha: Way of the Sword, set to release on September 25, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S and PC. They detail the modernization of combat mechanics, the reimagining of Miyamoto Musashi, and the blend of historical Japanese settings with dark fantasy elements. The game aims for an accessible yet engaging action experience with adjustable difficulty modes.
