After a 20-year hiatus, the Onimusha series is back with a bang, and the latest installment, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, is poised to take the gaming world by storm. With its launch just around the corner, gamers are eagerly anticipating the chance to dive into this highly anticipated title. Recent hands-on experiences and interviews with the development team have shed some light on what players can expect, and it's clear that Way of the Sword is carving its own path in the world of action games.

Director Satoru Nihei and the team at Capcom have confirmed that Way of the Sword is, at its core, a character action game that focuses on mastering the art of samurai combat. The game's design emphasizes the importance of using the environment to gain the upper hand in battles, making for a thrilling and strategic experience.

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  • The game features challenging boss fights that require a deep understanding of the protagonist's combat kit
  • Unlike Soulslike games, Way of the Sword does not penalize players with resource loss upon death
  • The game is set in a hub-like section of Kyoto, described as an 'open-town', which offers a wider range of exploration than traditional stages
  • Players will need to use their wits and reflexes to slice through hordes of demons and overcome the game's many challenges
  • Onimusha: Way of the Sword is launching next month on multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2

Source: Game Informer