Onimusha: Way of the Sword – Release Date and Demo
Capcom surprisingly lets us get our hands on their new work

The long-awaited return of the Onimusha saga finally has a date: Capcom chose the State of Play to make the announcement fans were waiting for. Onimusha: Way of the Sword will transport us to a dark fantasy version of 17th-century Japan, putting us in the shoes of the legendary swordsman Musashi Miyamoto, to eradicate the demon threat. You can find all the information you need in our preview.
When does Onimusha: Way of the Sword come out?
The new action title from Capcom will be released on September 25, 2026, and pre-orders are now open. In addition to PlayStation 5, Onimusha: Way of the Sword will also be released on Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. The release date isn't the only news: surprisingly, a demo is now available on Sony's console, allowing players to try out the early stages of the game.



