Onimusha: Way of the Sword Developers Discuss New Entry
Originally published Jun 12, 2026
By Mike Nelson, XBOX Wire Editor · Xbox Wire
AI-generated summary based on Xbox Wire · Aggregated by GamingCurve · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 12, 2026
Key points
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword returns after nearly two decades with a new mainline entry.
- The game will follow Miyamoto Musashi in Edo-era Kyoto, blending history with supernatural horror.
- Director Satoru Nihei and Producer Akihito Kadowaki discuss modernizing combat and gameplay.
- The title launches September 25, 2026, on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC via Xbox Play Anywhere.
- The game aims to preserve the series' signature style while introducing updated mechanics and visuals.
After nearly two decades without a new mainline entry, the Onimusha series is set to return with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The game, launching September 25, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC, will follow legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi in Edo-era Kyoto. Director Satoru Nihei and Producer Akihito Kadowaki have shared insights into the development process, highlighting the blend of historical Japanese elements with supernatural horror and refined combat mechanics. The upcoming title aims to modernize the series' signature gameplay while staying true to its roots in survival horror and samurai legends.
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