Onimusha: Way of the Sword Trailers — Every Reveal and Gameplay Trailer
Updated 2026-06-03
Capcom has released three Onimusha: Way of the Sword trailers and one gameplay deep dive as of June 2026. Each trailer reveals different aspects of the game, from the initial announcement to the combat systems. This guide catalogs every trailer, its content, and where to watch it.
Announcement trailer (February 2026)
The reveal trailer debuted during Sony's State of Play on February 12, 2026. It is two minutes and thirty seconds long, opening on a rain-soaked Kyoto street before the Genma invasion. The trailer shows the Samurai awakening the Oni Gauntlet, the first Issen counter kill, and brief glimpses of the Burned Castle and the Genma Sovereign. It ends with the September 25 release date confirmation.
| Trailer | Date | Length | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Announcement | Feb 12, 2026 | 2:30 | Reveal, setting, Oni Gauntlet |
| Gameplay deep dive | Mar 10, 2026 | 5:00 | Combat systems, Issen demo |
| Story trailer | Jun 3, 2026 | 3:00 | Characters, plot, boss fights |
Gameplay deep dive (March 2026)
A five-minute deep dive released on Capcom's YouTube channel on March 10. It features extended combat footage showing the katana, nodachi, and dual blades in action. The video demonstrates the Issen system against multiple enemy types, including a brief boss fight against Lord Hideki. This trailer is the best resource for understanding how combat actually feels.
Story trailer (June 2026)
Released alongside the demo on June 3, the story trailer focuses on narrative. It introduces Kiyoko, shows the Samurai's memory fragments, and reveals Lord Hideki's connection to the Oni Gauntlet. The trailer also shows the Genma Sovereign in full for the first time.
FAQ
- Will there be a launch trailer?
- Capcom typically releases a launch trailer one week before release. Expect it around September 18, 2026.
- Are the trailers available in 4K?
- Yes. All trailers on YouTube support up to 4K resolution. The gameplay deep dive is the best quality for seeing texture detail and combat animations.