Capcom has announced during The Game Awards 2024 that after two decades, the Onimusha series will be making a triumphant return with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The game is planned for a 2026 worldwide release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Onimusha is rooted in the Sengoku period, Japan’s legendary age of warring states. The games infuse history with Japanese folklore to tell tales of warriors who wield the mystical power of the Oni. These heroes are drawn into conflict with the Genma, relentless monsters hellbent on conquering the world.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword takes place in Kyoto during the early Edo period. In this time of relative peace for Japan, Malice has befallen the ancient city. Twisted into an eerie and unsettling place, Kyoto has been infested by the demonic Genma.
In the debut trailer, a lone samurai armed with the Oni Gauntlet engages in fierce, blood-soaked sword fights with these hellish creatures from another world.
The Game Awards 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the annual celebration, uniting and bringing together developers, publishers, and fans across the entire globe. Each year, dozens of awards are presented to creators, with a slew of new game announcements and trailers in store as well. For more on The Game Awards, be sure to check out Final Weapon’s coverage of the show, in addition to our guide on all announcements, awards, and more.
