Capcom’s upcoming sword-fighting action game ‘Onimusha: Way of the Sword’ will now launch on September 4, 2026, instead of September 25. The release has been moved forward by 21 days, a notable change for players checking the final schedule ahead of launch.
Key Change
Capcom announced in an official schedule update that the release date had been moved up to Friday, September 4. Based on the previously announced date, this represents a 21-day change. The official notice did not specify a business reason for moving the release forward.
The final release date is September 4, 2026.
Current Status
Capcom’s earlier announcement listed PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC as the platforms. Following the release-date change, independent reports said the game would launch on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
Capcom also announced that the digital-version pre-order bonus would be changed to the ‘Early Adopter Bonus.’ An update is planned for the existing demo, and Capcom explained that players who have demo save data may receive a bonus in the full game.
Impact
The following points should be checked for each platform:
- PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC users: Check the store listing to confirm that the final release date has been changed to September 4.
- Nintendo Switch 2 digital buyers: According to Windows Central, existing digital pre-orders will be canceled and customers will need to place a new order. Physical versions reportedly will not be canceled.
- Demo users: Players with demo save data can check whether the bonus will be applied in the full game.
Next Checkpoint
Before release, check the final release date and pre-order status again in the store for your platform. Switch 2 digital pre-order customers should pay particular attention to whether their existing order has been canceled and whether a new order is required for their purchase method. The materials reviewed here did not confirm regional release times, Korean-language support, or pricing in Korean stores.
Official Overview Trailer
The video below is Capcom USA’s official ‘Onimusha: Way of the Sword - Overview Trailer.’ It introduces the game’s sword-fighting action and setting and can be viewed alongside the release-date update.
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[Watch the original video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foOtNKru5_0)