Capcom released the second trailer for Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny featuring a message from director Motohide Eshiro. In the trailer, Eshiro introduces the “Director’s Cut” with a look into the all-new “Hell” mode in Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny.
Hell mode is a new difficulty in Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny where a single hit means instant death. This mode isn’t for the faint of heart, as it’s bound to bring frustration for those who aren’t perfecting the game’s mechanics.
In addition, the game includes the option to select Easy mode from the start, so players who want to enjoy the story first and foremost may do so. There’s also auto-saves, skippable cutscenes, multiple aspect ratios, and an extensive in-game gallery mode, and more. New quality-of-life features include the ability to swap weapons without pausing the action and the power to choose when Jubei transforms into an Onimusha.
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny will release on May 23 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. Players who pre-order the game or purchase the Onimusha 1+2 Pack bundle early will receive the “Onimusha 2: Orchestra Album Selection Pack,” featuring orchestral music tracks and helpful in-game items. Players with save data from the 2019 remaster of Onimusha: Warlords can also unlock a special outfit for Jubei inspired by Samanosuke, the protagonist from the original game.
Lastly, here’s an overview of the game, via Capcom:
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny was originally released in 2002 and has become the best-selling entry in the Onimusha series. The story follows a new hero, master swordsman Jubei Yagyu, who sets out on a quest to defeat Nobunaga Oda and his army of demons. Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny features a range of new game mechanics, including an affinity system with Jubei’s allies and branching narrative paths.
