Get Ready to Slice: When Does Onimusha: Way of the Sword Drop in Your Time Zone?

Capcom is resurrecting a beloved franchise with Onimusha: Way of the Sword, bringing its signature samurai action from the PlayStation 2 era to modern consoles. Featuring the legendary Miyamoto Musashi, this new installment promises a challenging experience. As Giovanni Colantonio notes in his review for Polygon, “it tests you at every turn, pitting you against ruthless bosses that never stop pressing the attack.” Get ready to sharpen your steel and prepare for an endurance test!

Release Times Around the World

If you’re eager to jump into the world of Onimusha: Way of the Sword, here’s a handy guide to when the game will be available in different time zones. The release times are based on information from the PlayStation Store page and Steam DB.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is scheduled to launch at 12 a.m. EDT on Friday, September 4th. Here’s how that translates for players in various regions:

• 9 p.m. PDT on Thursday, September 3rd (West Coast North America)
• 12 a.m. EDT on Friday, September 4th (East Coast North America)
• 1 a.m. BRT on Friday, September 4th (Brazil)
• 5 a.m. BST on Friday, September 4th (U.K.)
• 6 a.m. CEST on Friday, September 4th (Western Europe)
• 1 p.m. JST on Friday, September 4th (Japan)
• 2 p.m. AEST on Friday, September 4th (East Coast Australia)

Pre-Order Bonuses: Sharpen Your Arsenal

Capcom is offering a range of pre-order bonuses to entice players to secure their copy of Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The specific bonuses vary depending on which edition you choose:

• Standard Edition: Lion Dog charm and Sealed Curse sword appearance.
• Deluxe Edition: Lion Dog charm, White Monkey charm, Sealed Curse sword appearance, and White Lion sword appearance.

For those looking for the ultimate experience, the Deluxe and Premium Deluxe editions offer even more perks. The Premium Deluxe edition includes all the items from the Deluxe edition, plus a host of additional digital goodies.

• Deluxe Edition: Little Dancer charm, Mentor charm, Bamboo & Panda sword appearance, Whittled Oar sword appearance, Raizan sword appearance, Enryuu sword appearance, Musashi’s Red Armor outfit, Crimson Lotus oni gauntlet.
• Premium Deluxe Edition: Hellfire haori, Moonlight haori, Cloudbiter haori, Okuni’s Flower Dance outfit, Okuni’s Goldfish Dance outfit, Okuni’s Oni Dance outfit, Onu Lady’s Bird Call outfit, Onu Lady’s Snow Camellia outfit, Onu Lady’s Elegance outfit, in-game mini digital soundtrack, and all the deluxe edition items.

So, mark your calendars, prepare for a challenging adventure, and get ready to experience the return of Onimusha!