Onimusha: Way of the Sword Drops Surprise Demo Ahead of September Release
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Capcom surprised fans during the recent State of Play by releasing a playable demo for Onimusha: Way of the Sword on PS5 ahead of its September 25 release date.
Capcom is reaching deep into its classic catalog, and the latest State of Play brought a massive surprise for action fans. During the broadcast, the publisher dropped a brand new trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword alongside a playable demo available right now on PlayStation 5. Players jumping into the early slice of action will not only get a taste of the revamped combat system, but they will also unlock the Kubi Akari charm to carry over into the full release.
The new footage showcased a moody, gorgeous recreation of Kyoto overrun by the Genma, highlighting tense swordplay and a dramatic confrontation with legendary rival Sasaki Ganryu. For anyone tracking the revival of dormant franchises, this looks like a serious effort to modernize a beloved PS2 era icon without losing the sharp edge that made the original trilogy a cult classic.
The full game launches across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, and the Xbox PC app on September 25, 2026. Whether you are a veteran of the series or discovering it for the first time, you can check out the official demo details directly over at IGN South Africa to see what Capcom has cooked up.
Tags: Onimusha, Capcom, State of Play, Action Games, Gaming News
Original article: IGN South Africa