Onimusha: Way of the Sword

### Overview Capcom sets this Onimusha in a supernatural version of Edo-period Kyoto. The campaign uses sword combat, the Oni Gauntlet and encounters with the Genma. The sound category is a useful lens for a sword game: weapon impacts and enemy cues can affect how clearly a fight communicates what just happened. Capcom dates the release to September 2026, and the organisers named it the Best Audio Design winner. ### Key metrics - Associated awards: 1 - First release year: 2026 - Award year: 2026 ### Pros and cons **Pros:** Sword combat gives audio cues a practical role; the Kyoto setting supplies a strong identity; its campaign offers a solo alternative to the group games. **Cons:** Close-range combat may limit its appeal; the supernatural setting is dark; the audio achievement is less relevant if you mainly want co-op. ### Best for Players who listen for combat cues and prefer a focused sword game. ### Things to watch out for Store dates can differ by time zone. Capcom’s launch announcement is the release reference here. **Vote Question:** Would you give Best Audio Design to the sounds that help you fight or the sounds that build the setting? ### References - [Award organiser results](https://www.gamespress.com/ja-JP/Winners-Announced-at-the-44th-Golden-Joystick-Awards-Presented-by-Pot-) - [Official game reference](https://us-store.captown.capcom.com/blogs/news/0000031)