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Enter a Malice-twisted Edo-period Kyoto as Miyamoto Musashi and cut through the Genma with precise swordplay. Master deflects, Issen attacks, Oni Gauntlet powers, upgrades, and brutal boss encounters.
- Launched Sep 4 2026
- Latest Official News Sep 7 2026
- 1M+ Launch-Day Sales
- 93% Positive English Steam Reviews
- 52 Steam Achievements
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What is Onimusha: Way of the Sword?
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is CAPCOM's single-player swordplay action game set in a supernatural version of Edo-period Kyoto. Players control Miyamoto Musashi as he battles Genma using intense sword combat and the mystical Oni Gauntlet.
The Oni Gauntlet can absorb Genma souls and convert them into power, while combat rewards learning defensive timing, precise counters, and aggressive sword techniques. Exploration, character progression, formidable enemies, and boss encounters form the core journey through the corrupted capital.
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- Developer
- CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
- Platform
- PS5 / Xbox Series X|S / PC / Nintendo Switch 2
- Genre
- Swordplay Action
- Mode
- Single-player
- Launch-Day Sales
- 1M+
- Steam Reviews
- 93% Positive English Reviews
- Steam Achievements
- 52
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Guides
Combat systems, story walkthrough, progression and collectible guides for the whole journey.
Bosses
Strategies, attack patterns and counters for every confirmed boss encounter.
Items & Equipment
Charms, weapons, Oni Gauntlet gear and the best farming routes for souls and materials.
Platforms
What changes between PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Nintendo Switch 2, and which version to buy.
Technical
System requirements, benchmarks, crash fixes, mods and performance notes for every platform.
Release & Editions
Release timeline, editions, the demo, DLC plans and every early-adopter bonus.
Reviews
Critical and community reception: Metacritic, Reddit impressions and a before-you-buy summary.
Language
How to change the game language, plus demo language notes and community patches.
Beginner Guide
Start Miyamoto Musashi's journey with the essential swordplay, defense, soul absorption, and progression systems. This guide focuses on the mechanics new players need to understand before tackling stronger Genma and bosses.
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Learn Musashi's one-handed attacks for mobility and two-handed attacks for heavier damage.
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Practice Parry and Deflect to disrupt enemy attacks, reduce their balance, and create counterattack openings.
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Absorb Yellow Souls to recover health, Blue Souls to build the Oni Gauge, and Red Souls for upgrades.
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Learn Issen timing and Oni abilities before relying on them against tougher Genma and major enemies.
Walkthrough
Follow Musashi through the Malice-twisted landmarks of early Edo-period Kyoto and the major areas revealed by Capcom. Use the walkthrough to track story progression, exploration mechanics, important encounters, and location-specific challenges.
- Kiyomizu-dera
An early playable temple area featuring core swordplay mechanics and the confrontation with rival swordsman Sasaki Ganryu.
- Rokudo Chinno-ji
A real Kyoto temple that Capcom identifies as an important center point for the game's world.
- Kennin-ji
A Kyoto temple recreated in the game, including Capcom's interpretation of its famous Twin Dragons ceiling artwork.
- Mount Oe
A mountain region taken over by Genma and used as the stronghold of the formidable Shuten Doji.
Boss Guides
Prepare for the major opponents officially revealed for Musashi's journey. Learn who each confirmed foe is, where they appear in official material, and which combat systems are especially important when facing them.
- Sasaki Ganryu
Musashi's rival swordsman and another wielder of an Oni Gauntlet, encountered in the Kiyomizu-dera demo content.
- Daidara
A massive boss added to the expanded demo content and officially described as a fearsome new opponent.
- Shuten Doji
A colossal Genma occupying Mount Oe who claims to be the legendary Oni Shuten Doji.
Combat: Parry, Deflect & Issen
Master the swordplay systems that define Onimusha: Way of the Sword, including Parry, Deflect, Issen, and Break Issen. Understanding timing and enemy balance is central to surviving the game's more demanding encounters.
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Use a well-timed Parry to redirect an incoming attack, stagger the enemy, and create an opening.
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Use Deflect to repel enemy attacks and heavily reduce the enemy's balance, including reflecting certain ranged attacks.
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Trigger Issen immediately before an enemy attack connects to deal major damage and release additional souls.
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After breaking an enemy's balance, capitalize on the opening with the powerful Break Issen technique.
Oni Powers & Souls
Understand how the Oni Gauntlet turns defeated Genma souls into healing, Oni energy, and progression resources. Musashi also unlocks supernatural abilities that affect both combat and exploration.
- Yellow Souls
Yellow Souls restore Musashi's health when absorbed.
- Blue Souls
Blue Souls fill the Oni Gauge required for Oni Armament abilities.
- Red Souls
Red Souls are used to strengthen basic abilities, special abilities, and items.
- Oni Strength
A supernatural power that can smash enemy defenses and break obstacles during combat and exploration.
- Oni Agility
A mobility-focused Oni ability that can let Musashi traverse certain walls and reach additional areas.
Charms & Equipment
Track confirmed charms, sword appearances, outfits, and Oni Gauntlet customization available for Musashi. Charms can strengthen Musashi, while sword appearances are cosmetic and do not change battle performance.
- Lion Dog
A confirmed Charm included as Early Adopter Bonus content.
- White Monkey
A confirmed Early Adopter Bonus Charm listed for the Nintendo Switch 2 release.
- Deluxe Charms
The Deluxe Kit includes the Oni Lady, Little Dancer, and Mentor charms.
- Sword Appearances
Bamboo & Panda, Whittled Oar, Raizan, and Enryuu are cosmetic sword appearances included in the Deluxe Kit.
- Crimson Lotus
Crimson Lotus is an alternate Oni Gauntlet item included with Deluxe content.
Achievements
Track the game's Steam achievement set and use it as a checklist while progressing through Musashi's adventure. Steam currently lists 52 achievements for Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
- 52 Total
Steam officially lists 52 achievements for the game.
- Wielder of Oni Armaments
A confirmed achievement appearing in the official Steam achievement list.
- Genma Griller
A confirmed achievement appearing in the official Steam achievement list.
- Mystery Solved
A confirmed achievement appearing in the official Steam achievement list.
- No Job Too Small
A confirmed achievement appearing in the official Steam achievement list.
Demo Guide
Use the official demo to practice the core combat systems before advancing further in the full game. The demo includes Kiyomizu-dera content, major swordplay mechanics, boss encounters, and a full-game reward for players with qualifying demo save data.
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Enter the Kiyomizu-dera Temple section and practice Parry, Deflect, Issen, Oni Armament attacks, and soul absorption.
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Fight rival swordsman Sasaki Ganryu as one of the demo's major encounters.
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Challenge Daidara in the expanded version of the official demo.
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Keep qualifying demo save data to receive the Kubi Akari Charm in the full game.
Ready to Master Onimusha: Way of the Sword?
From your first steps through corrupted Kyoto to mastering Issen timing, Oni Gauntlet upgrades, exploration, and endgame boss fights, our community wiki is built to guide your entire journey.