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Our Take

At $69.99, it's a hefty price without knowing more about performance on Switch 2. If you're a fan of the series, consider it.

Review

Onimusha: Way of the Sword brings you into a dark fantasy set in a twisted Edo-era Kyoto. The combat focuses on intense swordplay as you wield the powerful Oni Gauntlet against the Genma. The game’s premise taps into historical tones mixed with supernatural elements, which could intrigue those interested in Japanese folklore. However, with no Metacritic score yet and the high price point, it's hard to gauge its value. As a Switch 2 exclusive, it may offer some unique features, but specifics on performance or enhancements aren't available right now.

Pros

+Set in Edo-era Kyoto, offering a rich historical backdrop
+Intense swordplay action against Genma
+Story involves a mystical Oni Gauntlet

Cons

-High price without known Switch 2 performance info
-No Metacritic score yet
-Potentially limited appeal outside fans of the series

Gameplay

You play as a samurai wielding the Oni Gauntlet, fighting through blood-soaked battlefields. The enemies are Genma, monstrosities from the underworld. Expect swordplay action as you uncover the mysteries of Edo-era Kyoto.

On Switch 2

It's exclusive to Switch 2, but without detailed performance reviews, it's hard to say how well it utilizes the hardware.

Who It's For

For those who love dark fantasy action games and historical Japanese settings.

About

Fight through bloodstained battlefields of intense swordplay action. Explore the historic Japanese capital of Edo-era Kyoto, twisted by malevolent clouds of Malice. With every stage cloaked in mystery, danger and intrigue. Battle against monstrosities from the underworld known as Genma in a tale of dark fantasy. Follow the tale of a samurai who wields the Oni Gauntlet, a mystical artifact that grants its bearer the power to slay Genma. Through gritty, blood-soaked brawls, he searches for his reason to fight. What fate awaits at the end of his path?