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Fight the Genma as Miyamoto Musashi in the swordplay action game set in Malice-twisted, Edo-period Kyoto. This wiki collects verified gameplay, platform, character, boss and review information.
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Combat basics
Learn blocking, Parry, Deflect, dodge, Issen and Oni Armaments.
Read moreDemo rules
Check the expanded demo, platforms, save limits and Kubi Akari reward.
Read moreCharacters and cast
Meet Miyamoto Musashi, allies and rivals, and check official voice credits.
Read moreBoss preparation
Prepare your defenses and resources for confirmed major duels.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword Post-Game Guide: NG+ and Carnage
How New Game Plus works in Onimusha: Way of the Sword: what carries over, what resets, why Carnage is both the hard mode and NG+, and what finishing it unlocks.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword Trophy Guide and Platinum Roadmap
How long the Onimusha: Way of the Sword platinum takes, why nothing is missable, and what the Carnage clear and Boss Rematch trophies actually demand.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword Monster Hunter Rise Collab Outfits
How to get both free collab outfits, where to change them, and whether cosmetics affect combat stats.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword PC Settings and Troubleshooting
Work through the official order: system requirements, graphics driver versions, antivirus exclusions, cutscene playback and controller problems.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword Characters
Meet Musashi, Oni Lady, Ono no Takamura, Izumo no Okuni and the foes listed in CAPCOM's official character material.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword Main Character: Miyamoto Musashi
The main character is Miyamoto Musashi. This page covers his past, the Oni Gauntlet, his face model Toshiro Mifune and the age CAPCOM never confirmed.
Gameplay
View allOnimusha: Way of the Sword Post-Game Guide: NG+ and Carnage
How New Game Plus works in Onimusha: Way of the Sword: what carries over, what resets, why Carnage is both the hard mode and NG+, and what finishing it unlocks.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Trophy Guide and Platinum Roadmap
How long the Onimusha: Way of the Sword platinum takes, why nothing is missable, and what the Carnage clear and Boss Rematch trophies actually demand.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Combat Guide
Learn blocking, parrying, Deflect, Issen and Oni Armaments in Onimusha: Way of the Sword, with a practical order for learning combat.
Release & platforms
View allOnimusha: Way of the Sword Monster Hunter Rise Collab Outfits
How to get both free collab outfits, where to change them, and whether cosmetics affect combat stats.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword PC Settings and Troubleshooting
Work through the official order: system requirements, graphics driver versions, antivirus exclusions, cutscene playback and controller problems.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo: Downloads and Rewards
Where to download the expanded demo, what it includes, how to claim the Kubi Akari talisman and why demo progress does not carry over.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Platforms: PS5, Xbox and PC
Check official PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC store listings for Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Release Date Explained
Check Onimusha: Way of the Sword's release date, the announcement moving it forward, and differences between regional store dates.
Reviews & comparisons
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Is Onimusha: Way of the Sword a Remake?
No. It is a brand-new entry, not a remake, remaster or reboot. Here is how it relates to earlier Onimusha games and what CAPCOM actually said.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Reviews and Metacritic
Compare the dated Metacritic PS5 score with reviewers' praise and criticism of Onimusha: Way of the Sword before deciding to buy.
Is Onimusha: Way of the Sword a Soulslike?
Compare checkpoints, death penalties, stamina, builds and boss retries to see how Onimusha: Way of the Sword differs from a Soulslike.
Characters
View allOnimusha: Way of the Sword Characters
Meet Musashi, Oni Lady, Ono no Takamura, Izumo no Okuni and the foes listed in CAPCOM's official character material.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Main Character: Miyamoto Musashi
The main character is Miyamoto Musashi. This page covers his past, the Oni Gauntlet, his face model Toshiro Mifune and the age CAPCOM never confirmed.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Voice Actors
Check the official Japanese, English and Simplified Chinese voice cast, and understand why Toshiro Mifune is credited for Musashi's likeness.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers based on checked sources.
When was Onimusha: Way of the Sword released?
CAPCOM's final confirmed worldwide release date is September 4, 2026.
Check the dateIs it a Soulslike?
It shares checkpoints and stamina management, but is better understood as swordplay action with some similar mechanics.
Compare the mechanicsDoes demo progress transfer to the full game?
No. Keeping demo save data does let you claim the Kubi Akari talisman in the full game.
Check demo rulesWho is the main character?
Miyamoto Musashi, who uses the Oni Gauntlet to fight Genma.
Meet MusashiWhich platforms are supported?
Official listings cover PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and Windows PC.
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