Capcom’s Onimusha: Way of the Sword Slashes Its Way to an Earlier Release Date!

Get ready, gamers! Capcom just dropped some massive news that’s going to make your September even more exciting. The highly anticipated PS2-era reboot, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, is now slated for an earlier release, hitting digital shelves and retail on September 4th instead of the previously announced September 25th!

That’s right, you’ll be diving into demon-slaying action a whole 21 days sooner! This isn’t the first time Capcom has surprised us with an early launch this year; they did the same with Pragmata, pushing it forward at the last minute. It seems they like to keep us on our toes!

While an earlier launch might seem like a no-brainer, September is shaping up to be a packed month for gaming. Initially, Onimusha was set to clash with heavyweights like Silent Hill: Townfall and Control Resonant, both landing on September 24th. However, with this new September 4th slot, it cleverly sidesteps these titans. Its main rival now? The Blood of Dawnwalker, a brand-new action RPG from Rebel Wolves, a Polish studio founded by some talented ex-CD Projekt Red developers. It’s a savvy move by Capcom to go head-to-head with a fresh IP rather than two established fan favorites, though we can only imagine what Rebel Wolves thinks of this sudden shift!

Despite some initial thoughts that this Onimusha reboot might be a niche title, the buzz around it has been overwhelmingly positive. Early previews and recent public demos have left many impressed, with some even calling it a standout at recent gaming showcases. However, for those craving a unique RPG experience, The Blood of Dawnwalker offers a compelling alternative, especially with its intriguing promise of letting players eliminate any NPC they encounter – a feature that’s bound to appeal to a certain type of RPG fan. So, whether you’re into Capcom’s signature parry-heavy combat or a more morally ambiguous RPG world, September has something for you.

For those of you who’ve already pre-ordered Onimusha: Way of the Sword, or are planning to, there’s a minor update. What was originally a ‘pre-order bonus’ has now been rebranded as an ‘early adopter bonus,’ and it will remain available until September 25th, giving you a bit more time to snag those extra goodies.

With September and October looking incredibly busy for new releases, it seems November is the only month everyone’s trying to avoid – especially with a certain massive open-world title looming. But for now, let’s focus on the samurai action heading our way much sooner!