Akihito Kadowaki spoke about how Musashi Miyamoto is one of the most famous real-world samurais ever, which can appeal to new audiences.
Learn more about Musashi, how he ended up possessing the Oni Gauntlet, and his journey to defeat the Genma (and his rival, Ganryu).
The program will instead feature updates on Pragmata, Monster Hunter Wilds, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and other upcoming titles.
The gameplay demo from Gamescom 2025 featured quite a few details, from simple enemies to the defensive options and even a boss fight.
Capcom will also host a Special Program on September 24th and detail each playable demo on the show floor in the coming days.
The boss fight described in the preview indicates that the upcoming game's combat will focus on the player's defensive options.
Take a peek at the Genma Experiments, including an enemy that multiplies when sliced in half, and the legendary beast Nue.
Invincible VS, Dying Light: The Beast, Cronos: The New Dawn, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, and much more will also appear.
Attendees can also play Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, Invincible VS, and more at the Xbox booth.
Director Satoru Nihei spoke about how the new Break Issen works, and how gameplay won't be as punishing as in Souls titles.
The "cool samurai" protagonist of Onimusha: Way of the Sword will feature the likeness of classic Japanese actor Toshiro Mifune.
Capcom says new details on its upcoming trio of 2026 titles will be shared soon courtesy of hands-on previews from outlets and influencers.
The latest trailer showed off some of the slick combat moves that protagonist Miyamoto Musashi will have at his disposal in fights.
The upcoming sequel isn't directly connected to past Onimusha entries to ensure narrative accessibility for newer players.
Producer Akihito Kadokawi says he wanted the hack-and-slash title to be a "volume that can be satisfied as a single action game."
Toshiro Mifune had previously played the role of Miyamoto Musashi in a classic trilogy of movies by director Hiroshi Inagaki. He has also been in Akira Kurosawa's classic movies.
The legendary Japanese swordsman is the latest to wield the Oni Gauntlet in the late Edo era, taking on various Genma in his own way.
Set in Kyoto during the Edo era, players will encounter a "unique cast", discover mysterious spots, and engage in bloody combat.
Capcom will share new updates and information on Monster Hunter Wilds, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Capcom Fighting Collection 2, and more.
2024 may not have been as jam-packed, but 2025 (and the following years) promises tons of incredible single-player titles.
