Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny remaster ‘A Message from the Director’ trailer

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Capcom unveiled a fresh trailer for the enhanced edition of the PlayStation 2 game, “Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny,” with the game’s director, Motohide Eshiro, showcasing the brand-new “Hell” mode in it.

Here are the latest details:

The trailer unveiled the Director’s Cut, which includes Motohide Eshiro and the brand-new “Hell” mode. In this mode, players face a tougher challenge designed for the most courageous samurai; a single blow results in immediate demise. The classic game Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is back with an upgraded remaster, ready to enthrall modern gamers once more.

Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny

In simple terms, this is a renowned and popular hack-and-slash game from Capcom’s classic samurai series, which was first released in 2002. It’s unique due to its compelling storyline and demanding demon-fighting combat, earning it recognition within the Onimusha franchise. This captivating tale merges real historical figures with supernatural Japanese folklore. The protagonist is a skilled swordsman named Jubei Yagyu, who embarks on a journey to vanquish Nobunaga Oda and his demonic troops. During gameplay, players will not only participate in thrilling sword fights but also make decisions that significantly influence the story’s outcome.

Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny offers a fresh set of gaming mechanics, such as an affinity system between Jubei and his allies, multiple storyline paths that branch out, enhanced quality-of-life features like swapping weapons on the fly without interrupting gameplay, and the option to transform into an Onimusha at your convenience. This updated version includes modern touches like auto-saves, skippable cutscenes, various screen aspect ratios, and more. Additionally, it boasts a gallery expansion with 100 new pieces of artwork and the original soundtrack.

Furthermore, Capcom has announced an extra incentive for those who pre-purchase or buy the “Onimusha 1+2 Pack” ahead of time. This offer includes the “Onimusha 2: Orchestra Album Selection Pack,” offering orchestral music tracks and useful in-game items. If you have save data from the 2019 remaster of Onimusha: Warlords, you can also obtain a unique outfit for Jubei modeled after Samanosuke, the original game’s protagonist.

I’m thrilled to share that starting May 23rd, I’ll be diving back into the world of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny! This time around, it’ll be available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and even on my PC via Steam. Can’t wait to wield my sword once more!

Watch the trailer below.

2nd Trailer: A Message from the Director

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2025-03-21 00:04