Capcom Pulls Off Rare Move, Bumping Up 'Onimusha: Way of the Sword' Release Date by Three Weeks
On July 2, Capcom announced that the release date for its upcoming sword-fighting action game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword , has been moved forward by three weeks. Originally scheduled for Friday, September 25, 2026, the game is now set to launch on Friday, September 4, 2026. While release delays are a common occurrence in the gaming industry, moving a release date up by nearly three weeks is extremely rare, sparking surprise and excitement across social media. Set in early Edo-period Kyoto, the game is a thrilling action title where players control the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi. Equipped with the powerful "Oni Gauntlet," players slash their way through hordes of demonic Genma. Explaining the schedule shift, Capcom stated the decision was made "to deliver the game to everyone as soon as possible." Following the announcement, Capcom's stock price surged significantly, drawing major attention from the business and investment communities. Fans have widely w...