Onimusha 2 remaster release date set for May, new trailer
The recently-announced Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny remaster already has a release date. Today, Capcom announced that it’s launching on May 23, 2025.
New details were also shared today, including information about what’s new. Capcom is including more difficulty settings such as a new “Hell” mode, auto-saves, skippable cutscenes, multiple aspect ratios, an in-game gallery, and more.
Here’s the full rundown:
this remastered version comes equipped with enhanced visuals and an arsenal of new quality-of-life features.
These updates include more difficulty settings, including a brand-new “Hell” mode where a single hit spells death, plus the option to enjoy the story by selecting Easy mode from the start. New quality-of-life features also include the ability to swap weapons without pausing the action and the power to choose when Jubei transforms into an Onimusha. This remaster also packs in modern improvements like auto-saves, skippable cutscenes, multiple aspect ratios, and more. This release even expands the in-game gallery with 100 newly added pieces of artwork and the original soundtrack.
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny was originally released in 2002 and has become the best-selling entry in the Onimusha series. The story follows a new hero, master swordsman Jubei Yagyu, who sets out on a quest to defeat Nobunaga Oda and his army of demons. Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny features a range of new game mechanics, including an affinity system with Jubei’s allies and branching narrative paths.
Watch a trailer highlighting the Onimusha 2 remaster release date below.
Release Date Trailer
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is available to pre-order starting today. Those who reserve the game or pick up the Onimusha 1 + 2 Pack bundle early will receive the Onimusha 2: Orchestra Album Selection Pack, which features orchestral music tracks and helpful in-game items. Additionally, those with save data of the first game’s remaster can unlock a special outfit for Jubei inspired by Samanosuke.
Capcom just announced plans for the remaster last week. Catch up on the news here.
