Steel, Blood, and the Moon: Onimusha: Way of the Sword Claims Its Date
The shadows of the Sengoku period have never looked this lethal. During Sony’s June 2026 State of Play, Capcom officially signaled the return of a king. After months of cryptic teasers and hushed anticipation, Onimusha: Way of the Sword received a brand-new gameplay showcase that culminated in the one thing every fan was waiting for: a definitive release date. On September 25, 2026, the silence ends. Onimusha: Way of the Sword will launch simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X, marking a unified global assault for the franchise’s grand resurrection. Capcom is currently operating in a state of absolute dominance. Following the stratospheric success of the Resident Evil remakes and Monster Hunter, the studio has turned its hyper-polished RE Engine toward the supernatural samurai epic. The footage shown at State of Play wasn't just a nostalgic nod; it was a declaration of technical prowess. We saw fluid, high-fidelity blade combat, rain-slicked pagodas lit by flickering lanterns, and the terrifying, grotesque beauty of Genma demons reimagined for modern hardware. Way of the Sword appears to be leaning heavily into a more deliberate, cinematic combat system. While the DNA of the original series—the soul-absorbing gauntlet and precision parries—remains intact, the scale has been blown wide open. The trailer showcased a protagonist moving through a world that feels heavy with atmosphere, blending historical grit with the neon-infused sorcery that made the original 2001 debut a cult phenomenon. For the Rotten Usagi audience, this isn’t just another release; it’s an aesthetic event. Capcom isn't playing it safe; they are carving out a new identity for the samurai genre, one that prioritizes visceral impact and dark, "internet-native" style. The countdown to September 25 has begun. Sharpen your steel. The Genma are waiting.
