Onimusha: Way of the Sword Trailer Reveals Oni, Genma, and Samurai Origin Story

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A new trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword puts the spotlight on a samurai-focused story built around the Oni, Genma, and Onimusha. The narrative is framed as a message for trainees, leading into the battles that arrive with the blade.

Quick facts

  • New trailer highlights the Oni, Genma, and Onimusha story
  • Positioned as a tale for upcoming samurai
  • Release date: 4 September
  • Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC
  • PC storefronts: Steam and Epic Games Store

The trailer’s central focus is the words passed down through that Oni/Genma/Onimusha history, presented as something trainees should learn before the fight begins. It’s designed to set the tone and context for the sword-led combat to come.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches on 4 September for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. On PC, it will be available via Steam and the Epic Games Store.