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Onimusha: Way of the Sword — complete player guide
This new, self-contained Onimusha story follows Miyamoto Musashi through an early Edo-period Kyoto overrun by Genma. Start here for the confirmed release, demo, platform and combat information.
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Launch
Onimusha: Way of the Sword release date
The current official launch date is September 4, 2026. Steam may display September 3 because of its locale and unlock clock, while the US PlayStation Store specifies September 4 at 04:00 UTC.
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Launch
Release time and timezone guide
The one exact unlock time in the supplied official stores is the US PS5 time: September 4, 2026 at 04:00 UTC. A universal PC, Xbox and Switch 2 schedule has not been published in the cited sources.
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Demo
Demo availability and contents
A free demo is available on the official stores. Its August update expands the playable area, adds the Daidara boss and connects demo save data to a full-game reward.
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Demo walkthrough and route
The original demo route reaches the duel with Sasaki Ganryu at Kiyomizu-dera. The updated build adds another area and Daidara; route details can differ from older videos recorded before the update.
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Demo bosses: Ganryu and Daidara
Official material confirms the Sasaki Ganryu duel in the original demo path and Daidara in the expanded demo update. Treat clips from different demo versions separately.
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Demo
10 million Issen demo challenge and reward
Capcom's official demo campaign counts Issen and Break Issen successes from August 26 at 03:00 JST. If the cumulative total passes 10 million, every player receives the free DLC Boxed Material: Red Soul I; Capcom has not published a hidden unlock recipe on that campaign page.
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Everything in the expanded demo update
The August 25 update expands the playable area, adds Daidara, and grants the Kubi Akari Charm plus a Musashi stat boost in the full game when demo save data is present.
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How long is the current demo?
Capcom described the original PS5 demo as roughly 30 minutes. Because the August update expanded its area and added a boss, that number is not a reliable duration for the current demo.
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Demo save transfer and full-game rewards
Story progress from the demo does not carry into the full game. Keeping demo save data grants the Kubi Akari Charm, and Capcom's August update also says it boosts Musashi's stats in the full game.
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Platforms
Platforms: PS5, Xbox, PC and Switch 2
Official stores confirm PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC and Nintendo Switch 2. Xbox also lists Xbox Play Anywhere and supported handheld play.
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PS5 features and release details
The PS5 version is offline single-player, supports Remote Play, DualSense vibration and adaptive trigger effects, and carries the current US unlock time of September 4 at 04:00 UTC.
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PS5 vs Switch 2: confirmed differences
PS5 confirms DualSense features and PS5 Pro enhancement; Switch 2 confirms Joy-Con 2 motion controls. No cited official source provides final side-by-side performance results.
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Platforms
Nintendo Switch 2 version details
Nintendo confirms a Switch 2 version with Joy-Con 2 motion controls. The older Nintendo article still shows September 25, but current official launch information has moved to September 4.
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Switch 2 physical editions: confirmed Japan details
A physical Nintendo Switch 2 edition is officially confirmed in Japan: Standard and Premium Deluxe packages are listed at ¥8,990 and ¥10,990. Capcom's notice does not identify the card format, download requirement or availability outside Japan.
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PC version: features and stores
The Windows PC version is listed on Steam and through Xbox Play Anywhere. Steam confirms achievements, cloud saves, HDR, full controller support, a demo and official hardware requirements.
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PC system requirements and performance targets
Minimum targets 1080p Low at 30 fps with upscaling: i5-8400 or Ryzen 3 3100, GTX 1660 6 GB or RX 5500 XT 8 GB, 16 GB RAM. Recommended targets 1080p Medium at 60 fps with upscaling: i5-10400 or Ryzen 5 3600, RTX 2060 Super or RX 6600.
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PC or PS5: confirmed feature comparison
PC has published hardware targets, benchmark access, achievements, cloud and HDR. PS5 has DualSense effects, Remote Play and PS5 Pro enhancement. There is no final performance winner in the cited evidence.
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Price and edition comparison
Official US prices are $69.99 for Standard, $79.99 for Deluxe and $89.99 for Premium Deluxe. Prices, taxes and availability vary by region.
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Deluxe Edition price and confirmed contents
The US Deluxe Edition is $79.99 and includes the base game, three charms, four sword appearances, Musashi's Red Armor outfit and the Crimson Lotus Oni Gauntlet appearance.
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Premium Deluxe Edition price and scope
The US Premium Deluxe Edition is $89.99. It contains the full Deluxe Kit plus three haori, three Okuni outfits, three Oni Lady outfits and an in-game mini digital soundtrack.
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Preorder bonuses and how they work
The PlayStation Store confirms charms and sword appearances as preorder items. Charms can strengthen Musashi; sword appearances are cosmetic, and the relevant equipment menus unlock as the game progresses.
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Collector editions: Art & Music Collection and steelbook status
Capcom confirms a Japan-only Art & Music Collection merchandise bundle through e-Capcom, plus physical Standard and Premium Deluxe editions for PS5 and Switch 2 in Japan. No cited official listing confirms a steelbook, statue or similarly named global collector's edition.
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How Issen works: confirmed basics
Issen and Break Issen are confirmed counterattack systems alongside Parry and Deflect. The cited overview does not provide a final controller input or a measured timing window, so practice advice should follow the live control menu.
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Combat guide: Parry, Deflect, Issen and Oni powers
Confirmed systems include Parry, Deflect, Issen, Break Issen, soul absorption, Oni Armament, Reflex Combo, Oni Strength, Oni Agility and Oni Awakening. Their value depends on enemy attack patterns and the live control scheme.
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Beginner guide: what to learn first
New players can begin without knowing earlier Onimusha games. Learn the difference between Parry, Deflect and Issen, absorb released souls, and treat Oni abilities as a separate resource layer.
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Gameplay explained: swordplay, exploration and Oni powers
Gameplay combines deliberate sword combat, counters, soul absorption, Oni powers, boss fights and exploration across a dark-fantasy Kyoto. Later areas open wider than the demo's initial route.
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What type of game is it?
It is an offline single-player action-adventure built around sword combat, bosses, exploration and supernatural Oni abilities in a dark-fantasy version of early Edo Kyoto.
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Sequel or reboot? Series continuity explained
Capcom rebuilt the universe so first-time players can begin without knowledge of earlier titles. Treat it as a fresh continuity rather than a direct story sequel.
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Confirmed characters and rivals
Miyamoto Musashi is the protagonist, voiced in Japanese by Yoshimasa Hosoya and modeled on Toshiro Mifune. The Oni Lady, voiced by Aya Endo, lives in his gauntlet and can advise or appear physically; Sasaki Ganryu, Rasho-gan, Shuten Doji and Daidara are also officially named.
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Confirmed enemies and bosses
Official sources name Ganryu, Daidara, Rasho-gan, Shuten Doji, Byakue, Dohatsu-ten, Dokyo and the Genma brothers Ifu and Burai. Ifu attacks with wind, Burai uses a naginata-like weapon and lightning, Dokyo creates Genma, and Rasho-gan attacks with threads.
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Trophies and achievements status
Steam achievements are confirmed as a feature. The cited sources do not publish the achievement list, PS5 trophy count, requirements or Platinum details.
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Supported languages, subtitles and full audio
Steam lists 14 interface and subtitle languages. Nine have full audio—English, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Simplified Chinese and Japanese—while Arabic, Spanish (Latin America), Polish, Traditional Chinese and Korean are text/subtitle only.
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Official media
Official trailers and gameplay videos
The official overview trailer explains Musashi, Kyoto, Genma, the Oni Gauntlet and core combat. Trailer 6 focuses on new threats and Oni Awakening. Both can be watched directly on this page.
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