Onimusha Way of the Sword new gameplay: Combat system, Sasaki Ganryu & more
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Full demo gameplay from Gamescom
After the wonderful showcase at Gamescom 2025, Capcom has released the demo and new gameplay video for their upcoming title, Onimusha Way of the Sword
This is nearly a 10-minute gameplay video, which showcases combat, fighting against monsters and even Sasaki Ganryu. Let’s check out more details in this article.
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Onimusha Way of the Sword gameplay deep dive
In demo gameplay, we can see our new protagonist of the game, Miyamoto Musashi, facing many monsters and enemies before ending up facing his arch-rival, Sasaki Ganryu.
The sword combat looks pretty simple with single-handed and two-handed attacks. You have a dodge, parry and break the guard system as well. After defeating enemies, you can absorb their souls with the help of your gauntlet.
Towards the end, we see his rival Sasaki Ganryu appear. He also has the gauntlet and we see amazing boss fights with him.
While blocking or breaking his guard, some weak points appear in mid-fight, which players will be able to use their advantage to deal additional damage. So, this is what we have seen and learn from the gameplay deep dive: light attacks, heavy strikes, blocks, parries, and Issen counters.
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Conclusion
At Gamescom 2025, fans and gamers were able to enjoy the demo of Onimusha Way of the Sword. The Gamescom opening night trailer revealed a new trailer for the game.
Capcom will also be present at Tokyo Game Show 2025 on September 25, 2025, which will give another chance to showcase Onimusha as well as other Capcom titles.
FAQs
When was the Onimusha Way of the Sword demo released?
It was posted on August 27, 2025, after Gamescom 2025.
What new features are in the gameplay demo?
Includes Issen counters, arrow deflection, and Oni Armament dual-wielding.
Is the game open-world?
No, Satoru Nihei confirmed a linear design for a fun experience.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a gaming journalist with a soft spot for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a strong understanding of game mechanics, he enjoys exploring what makes games special beyond just the gameplay. Inspired by titles like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh brings his own perspective to gaming stories. When he’s not writing or playing, he can usually be found watching anime or cheering for WWE superstars.