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📝 Weekly Oni Memo #44
Apologies for sharing details about an event in Japan, but we will be hosting an event at a Capcom-owned store that offers attendees the chance to experience gameplay from the PS5 version of Onimusha: Way of the Sword,…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #43
Following on from last week, I’d like to talk a little more about the music. The background music in this game seamlessly blends non‑combat tracks, combat tracks, and special tracks for Formidable Foes to match both the…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #42
This time, we’d like talk about the "main theme." The main theme for this title, which can be heard in the 4th trailer and elsewhere, depicts Musashi’s journey—from flashbacks of the days he spent with his companions to…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #41
This image is captured from the game. It depicts a scene in which Musashi struggles through pouring rain and muddy ground, clashing swords as he fights desperately amidst a sea of blood and mud. Personally, the sheer co…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #40
Today we’d like to introduce one of our formidable foes "Greater Nue". “Nue” is a yōkai from Kyoto folklore known for its distinctive form, a fusion of several beasts: the head of a monkey, the body of a tanuki, the tai…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #39
We've got some new merch info for you today! Pre-orders are now open on e-CAPCOM for a new lineup of Onimusha merch including a Wooden Charm Keychain, Diorama Acrylic Stand, Mini Wall Scroll, and Muffler Towel. They per…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #38
We would like to introduce a Genma that appeared in the playable demo at several video game events, the “Oni-kui Mushi.” As for why it has such a menacing name—well, the truth is that this Genma eats demons in Hell. The…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #37
The protagonist of this game, Miyamoto Musashi, is a man who will use anything at his disposal, even his surroundings, to secure victory. When fighting in a traditional Japanese room, he might tear up the tatami mats be…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #36
Thank you all so much for all the positive comments you've shared for last week's Capcom Spotlight. We're glad to see so many of you say you can't wait to know when the game will be released! The whole team is now worki…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #35
We released “Capcom Spotlight” recently, delivering the latest information on Capcom titles. Regarding Onimusha: Way of the Sword, we have decided to withhold the release of new information for now. Instead, for those e…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #34
Kiyomizu-dera Temple is one of Kyoto's most iconic landmarks, with a history spanning over a thousand years. When starting this project, I was drawn to the allure of Kyoto’s eerie folklore. Kiyomizu-dera, a place steepe…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #33
I'd like to dig a little deeper into "Break Issen." When you completely deplete an enemy’s Stamina Gauge, which represents the connection between their soul and body, the enemy will lose their balance. At that moment, y…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #32
Hi everyone! Last week brought a flood of new game announcements, and I was excited to see updates on some titles I’ve been keeping an eye on, too! I really want to share new info on Onimusha: Way of the Sword as soon a…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #31
Kubi Akari, a Genma drifting through the sky with an eerie glow. You may have seen them in our trailers or on the official site, but today we’re diving a little deeper. Kubi Akari is a tricky opponent for Musashi, capab…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #30
Taipei Game Show 2026 took place last week! At the Capcom booth, Onimusha: Way of the Sword is also available as a playable demo, and we’re happy to hear it’s been receiving a great response. I wasn’t able to make it to…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #29
This time, we're introducing the "Spirit Mirror". These mysterious mirrors appear throughout your journey and are a familiar element in the series. In this game, the Spirit Mirror lets you travel between other mirrors,…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #28
Hello everyone! Long time no see. This is Nihei, the director of Onimusha: Way of the Sword. This year finally marks the release of the game, and we'll have a lot more information to share! Today, I’d like to introduce…
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #27
Happy New Year, everyone! Our development team has been working full steam ahead. This is the year Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches—once again, thank you for your continued support!! These pictures were taken in Phot…
Happy New Year! ✨
Happy New Year! ✨ Onimusha: Way of the Sword comes out in 2026! Let's celebrate with original artwork of the Oni Lady and Izumo no Okuni. We'll have more to share later in the year! (Capcom Illustrator: Hinanana)
📝 Weekly Oni Memo #26
Today marks our last working day of the year. The team has wrapped up all remaining tasks and jumped straight into year-end cleaning time 🧹 This year was truly packed with Oni—from the update for Onimusha: Warlords, th…
