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Understand the Soulslike comparison, remake question and changing review scores.

Promotional game scene from Onimusha: Way of the Sword

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.

Last updated: 9/19/2026

Game footage accompanying an Onimusha: Way of the Sword review

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.

Last updated: 9/6/2026

Musashi facing an enemy in sword combat

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.

Last updated: 9/6/2026

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