Capcom Promises Thrilling Sword Fights in New Onimusha, Not a Soulslike Nightmare!

It appears that Capcom is steering clear of the traditional Souls-like gameplay style for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a decision that should bring joy to many players.

At the recent Capcom exhibition, director Satoru Nihei shared fresh details about the ongoing project, offering intriguing insights into the unique style of play it promises.

According to Nihei, when engaged in close-quarters fighting with swords, there’s a special focus placed on the thrill of cleaving through opponents.

As a game developer, I’m aiming to create an immersive gaming experience that focuses on action-packed sword fights. Rather than crafting an insurmountable challenge, I strive to deliver a game where players can savor the thrill of victory, feeling the satisfaction that comes from defeating their adversaries.

Put differently, it appears that “Way of the Sword” will follow the conventional pattern for action games rather than adopting the challenging and demanding style characteristic of action role-playing games (ARPG), which has noticeably grown in popularity over the past few years.

Absolutely, Onimusha has traditionally been an action series with elements like puzzles and exploration reminiscent of Resident Evil, but it’s reassuring to learn that the upcoming installment isn’t straying too far from its roots. In fact, Capcom hints that Way of the Sword will emphasize the action aspects even more than before.

The game is set to be released in 2026 as planned, but do you eagerly await updates? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comment section beneath this post.

Are you looking forward to Onimusha: Way of the Sword? (46 votes)

  1. Yes, I can’t wait to hear more76%
  2. Yeah, it sounds promising15%
  3. Kind of, but I need more info7%
  4. No, I’m not feeling it2%

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2025-02-05 02:36