{"id":10146,"date":"2026-06-05T18:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/?p=10146"},"modified":"2026-06-05T20:06:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T16:36:29","slug":"onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/2026\/06\/05\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september\/","title":{"rendered":"Onimusha: Way of the Sword Is Up for Preorder \u2013 Here\u2019s Where To Secure a Copy Ahead of September"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">June&#8217;s State of Play certainly proved that September will have no shortage of games to play, but if Onimusha: Way of the Sword is at the top of your list, you can get a preorder in for it right now ahead of its September 25 release.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">There are quite a few different editions to explore as well, with each available at different prices. For fans looking to preorder a physical copy, there&#8217;s a standard release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X for $69.99 and a steelbook release for PS5 and Xbox Series X for $74.99. The latter, in particular, looks like quite a fun pickup.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">There are also digital copies available to preorder across various storefronts, including PlayStation, Xbox, and places like Steam and Fanatical for PC players. These digital copies come in three different editions that vary in price &#8211; Standard, Deluxe, and Premium Deluxe &#8211; which you can learn more about below.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\" data-toc-title=\"Standard Edition\">Preorder Onimusha: Way of the Sword \u2013 Standard Edition<\/h2>\n<div id=\"239151\">\n<div class=\"jsx-3980863763 catalog-wrapper\"><span data-cy=\"productcard-view-trigger\"><\/p>\n<div id=\"239151\" data-cy=\"solo-product-card\" class=\"solo-product SoloProduct_solo-product__r2_WP\">\n<div class=\"card jsx-722342313 jsx-3341285356 product-card SoloProduct_product-card__JSk8u\">\n<div class=\"product-thumbnail jsx-2285132617 SoloProduct_image__vqG4e\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Onimusha: Way of the Sword - PlayStation 5\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387 expand\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september.jpg\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-badge jsx-3056253127 jsx-1233459104\">\n<p>Out September 25<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"title5 jsx-62124236 jsx-2827240024 name balanced\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword &#8211; PlayStation 5<\/h3>\n<p><button class=\"button-text jsx-729543028 button jsx-3381835873 jsx-3347269829 icon-button catalog-upvote SoloProduct_catalog-upvote__FWsVx centered disabled\" disabled type=\"button\" title=\"Vote\" aria-label=\"Vote\" data-cy=\"catalog-upvote\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-rating-like jsx-2750866048 jsx-2919720488\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-cy=\"icon-rating-like\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>0<\/p>\n<p><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"239153\">\n<div class=\"jsx-3980863763 catalog-wrapper\"><span data-cy=\"productcard-view-trigger\"><\/p>\n<div id=\"239153\" data-cy=\"solo-product-card\" class=\"solo-product SoloProduct_solo-product__r2_WP\">\n<div class=\"card jsx-722342313 jsx-3341285356 product-card SoloProduct_product-card__JSk8u\">\n<div class=\"product-thumbnail jsx-2285132617 SoloProduct_image__vqG4e\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Onimusha: Way of the Sword - Xbox Series X\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387 expand\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september-1.jpg\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-badge jsx-3056253127 jsx-1233459104\">\n<p>Out September 25<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"title5 jsx-62124236 jsx-2827240024 name balanced\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword &#8211; Xbox Series X<\/h3>\n<p><button class=\"button-text jsx-729543028 button jsx-3381835873 jsx-3347269829 icon-button catalog-upvote SoloProduct_catalog-upvote__FWsVx centered disabled\" disabled type=\"button\" title=\"Vote\" aria-label=\"Vote\" data-cy=\"catalog-upvote\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-rating-like jsx-2750866048 jsx-2919720488\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-cy=\"icon-rating-like\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>0<\/p>\n<p><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>PS5 (Physical)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Xbox Series X (Physical)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Digital<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>PC<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">If you just want the standard edition of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, this will set you back $69.99. Unless you buy a PC copy from Fanatical, that is, where you can score a little discount on it at the moment.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">This copy sets you up with the base game, but you&#8217;ll also get a preorder bonus for ordering early. You can learn more about what they are below. Also, physical copies get an added bonus of a reversible cover sheet with alternative art.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\" data-toc-title=\"Steelbook\">Preorder Onimusha: Way of the Sword \u2013 Steelbook<\/h2>\n<div id=\"239152\">\n<div class=\"jsx-3980863763 catalog-wrapper\"><span data-cy=\"productcard-view-trigger\"><\/p>\n<div id=\"239152\" data-cy=\"solo-product-card\" class=\"solo-product SoloProduct_solo-product__r2_WP\">\n<div class=\"card jsx-722342313 jsx-3341285356 product-card SoloProduct_product-card__JSk8u\">\n<div class=\"product-thumbnail jsx-2285132617 SoloProduct_image__vqG4e\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Onimusha: Way of the Sword + Steelbook - PlayStation 5\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387 expand\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september-2.jpg\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-badge jsx-3056253127 jsx-1233459104\">\n<p>Out September 25<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"title5 jsx-62124236 jsx-2827240024 name balanced\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword + Steelbook &#8211; PlayStation 5<\/h3>\n<p><button class=\"button-text jsx-729543028 button jsx-3381835873 jsx-3347269829 icon-button catalog-upvote SoloProduct_catalog-upvote__FWsVx centered disabled\" disabled type=\"button\" title=\"Vote\" aria-label=\"Vote\" data-cy=\"catalog-upvote\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-rating-like jsx-2750866048 jsx-2919720488\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-cy=\"icon-rating-like\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>0<\/p>\n<p><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"239154\">\n<div class=\"jsx-3980863763 catalog-wrapper\"><span data-cy=\"productcard-view-trigger\"><\/p>\n<div id=\"239154\" data-cy=\"solo-product-card\" class=\"solo-product SoloProduct_solo-product__r2_WP\">\n<div class=\"card jsx-722342313 jsx-3341285356 product-card SoloProduct_product-card__JSk8u\">\n<div class=\"product-thumbnail jsx-2285132617 SoloProduct_image__vqG4e\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Onimusha: Way of the Sword + Steelbook - Xbox Series X\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387 expand\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september-3.jpg\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-badge jsx-3056253127 jsx-1233459104\">\n<p>Out September 25<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"title5 jsx-62124236 jsx-2827240024 name balanced\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword + Steelbook &#8211; Xbox Series X<\/h3>\n<p><button class=\"button-text jsx-729543028 button jsx-3381835873 jsx-3347269829 icon-button catalog-upvote SoloProduct_catalog-upvote__FWsVx centered disabled\" disabled type=\"button\" title=\"Vote\" aria-label=\"Vote\" data-cy=\"catalog-upvote\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-rating-like jsx-2750866048 jsx-2919720488\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-cy=\"icon-rating-like\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>0<\/p>\n<p><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>PS5 (Physical)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Xbox Series X (Physical)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">This steelbook edition is quite a fun release, thanks to its more vibrant cover art. It&#8217;s available to preorder for $74.99 and comes with the base game alongside the preorder bonuses detailed further down. You can see the cover art for the steelbook in closer detail below.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image article-image article-image-full-size jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september.gif\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\" data-toc-title=\"Digital Deluxe Edition\">Preorder Onimusha: Way of the Sword \u2013 Digital Deluxe Edition<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image article-image article-image-full-size jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september.gif\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Digital<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>PC<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Digital shoppers can enjoy some extras through the Deluxe Edition of the game. Available for $79.99 (or a little less at Fanatical right now), this version comes with the Deluxe Kit, which can be seen in the image above. This includes:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Outfit for Musashi <\/li>\n<li>Sword Appearance\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Raizan<\/li>\n<li>Enryuu<\/li>\n<li>Bamboo &amp; Panda<\/li>\n<li>Whittled Oar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Charms\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Oni Lady<\/li>\n<li>Little Dancer<\/li>\n<li>Mentor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Oni Gauntlet\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Crimson Lotus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Alongside the main preorder bonus that&#8217;s detailed below, this also comes with an extra preorder bonus of the White Monkey Charm and White Lion Sword Appearance.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\" data-toc-title=\"Digital Premium Deluxe Edition\">Preorder Onimusha: Way of the Sword \u2013 Digital Premium Deluxe Edition<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image article-image article-image-full-size jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september.gif\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>Digital<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>PC<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Available for $89.99 (or for a little less at Fanatical), the Premium Deluxe Edition is packed with even more bonuses. Alongside the Deluxe Kit above, this edition also comes with a Premium Kit, which contains:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Outfit for the Oni Lady\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Bird Call<\/li>\n<li>Snow Camellia<\/li>\n<li>Elegance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Outfit for Okuni\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Flower Dance<\/li>\n<li>Goldfish Dance<\/li>\n<li>Oni Dance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Haori\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li>Hellfire<\/li>\n<li>Moonlight<\/li>\n<li>Cloudbiter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>In-Game Mini Digital Soundtrack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Similar to the Deluxe Edition, it also comes with the extra preorder bonus alongside the main one of the White Monkey Charm and White Lion Sword Appearance.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\" data-toc-title=\"Preorder Bonus\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword Preorder Bonus<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image article-image article-image-full-size jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september.gif\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">While the Deluxe and Premium Deluxe digital preorders come with extra bonuses, each copy of the game comes with the Lion Dog Charm and Sealed Curse Sword Appearance, which you can see in the image above.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\" data-toc-title=\"Demo Available Now\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo Available Now<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Curious to test out Onimusha: Way of the Sword before preordering it? The good news is a demo is now available to try out. <\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">According to a PlayStation Blog post from Capcom Producer Akihito Kadowaki, &#8220;about 30 minutes of the early story is available&#8221; to play. In it, you can &#8220;try out the many techniques such as Parry, Deflect, Issen, Oni Armament, absorbing souls, and more. Step into the Kiyomizu-dera Temple stage and battle against your arch-rival, Sasaki Ganryu.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Plus, Kadowaki notes if you &#8220;have a save data from the demo, you can obtain the Charm: Kubi Akari in the full game, which grants a beneficial effect to Musashi.&#8221; Check it out below.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image article-image article-image-full-size jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september.gif\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\" data-toc-title=\"What Is Onimusha: Way of the Sword?\">What Is Onimusha: Way of the Sword?<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a brand new release in Capcom&#8217;s series. Per a PlayStation Blog post, it&#8217;s a &#8220;blood-soaked sword-fighting saga where Miyamoto Musashi gains the power of the Oni. Set in Kyoto during the early Edo period, Musashi must face the bizarre, monstrous Genma who run rampant in the historic city.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">IGN&#8217;s Matt Purslow played a demo of it during last year&#8217;s Gamescom and wrote in his preview that, &#8220;The gamescom demo may have been short \u2013 little more than some winding paths and a boss fight in a temple \u2013 but it\u2019s more than enough to convince me that Onimusha: Way of the Sword is built on rock-solid swordplay fundamentals.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\" data-toc-title=\"Other Preorder Guides\">Other Preorder Guides<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Hannah Hoolihan is a freelancer who writes with the guides and commerce teams here at IGN.<\/p>\n<div class=\"media_block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september-4.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september-4.jpg\" class=\"media_thumbnail\"><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"media_block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september-4.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/onimusha-way-of-the-sword-is-up-for-preorder-heres-where-to-secure-a-copy-ahead-of-september-4.jpg\" class=\"media_thumbnail\"><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10147,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"Default","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[49],"tags":[50],"class_list":["post-10146","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-49","tag-50"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10146","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10146"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10146\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10148,"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10146\/revisions\/10148"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10147"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10146"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10146"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/imdbnews.ir\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10146"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}