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Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Technique first. Survive the Genma.
A source-led field guide to Capcom's return to the Genma, with technique and parry timing at the centre.
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Release status checked September 20, 2026 · September 4 launch · gameplay coverage incomplete
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Release date, platforms and editions
Onimusha: Way of the Sword launched September 4, 2026. Capcom moved it forward from September 25; the older date still appears in the original announcement.
Read the guide 02CombatParry and Deflect: PS5 preview controls and current limits
PlayStation’s hands-on PS5 demo report describes L1 to parry and holding L1 while pressing X to deflect. These are preview controls: check your current controller layout before practising, especially on another platform.
Read the guide 03WorldGenma bestiary: confirmed origin and named foes
Genma are monstrous fiends that spill from hell into the human realm through portals when Malice overflows. The Oni guard those gateways. Shuten Doji is officially described as a colossal Genma using Mount Oe as his stronghold; this is not a complete enemy list.
Read the guide 04ProgressionStory progression and the point of no return
Follow the story mission category, prepare upgrades and check the reported late-game cutoff before leaving optional activities behind.
Read the guide 05CompletionAchievements and trophies
The achievement/trophy list and hidden requirements await the official list and a retail check. Do not fill the page with franchise assumptions.
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Chapter 01
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Release date, platforms and editionsDemo save bonus and first stepsChapter 02
Combat
Combat fundamentals: documented abilitiesParry and Deflect: PS5 preview controls and current limitsBreak Issen and counter timingChapter 03
Equipment
Weapons and upgrade paths: confirmed scopeArmor, Charms and cosmetic gearChapter 04
Progression
Abilities and combat progression: confirmed scopeRed Souls, Spirit Mirror upgrades and materialsStory progression and the point of no returnChapter 05
World
Genma bestiary: confirmed origin and named foesKnown bosses: demo and announced encountersMusashi and the story: starting contextKyoto locations: documented settingsChapter 06
Completion
Collectibles and completionSecrets and hidden encountersAchievements and trophiesYour next session
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