Onimusha: Way of the Sword – The Final Preview
Its bosses are every bit as demanding as those found in a Soulslike, but the journey between them isn't built around constant punishment. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a game that manages to challenge the player without becoming exhausting, allowing the game to shift naturally between moments of intense concentration and opportunities to simply enjoy stylish swordplay.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an action game that combines intense boss battles with a forgiving approach to regular enemies. The game's unique combat mechanics allow players to perform stylish sword fights, with animations changing based on player and enemy positioning. The one-handed and two-handed attacks serve as light and heavy attacks, while parries and deflects offer distinct defensive options.
Parry involves timing the guard button to stagger opponents, while Deflect intercepts attacks by holding the guard button and pressing the DualSense controller's X button. The game's defining feature, Issen, is a risky but highly rewarding counterattack that triggers when striking the exact moment an enemy attacks. Issen is designed for players seeking style and visual spectacle, even if it's not always the most efficient strategy.
In the Oni Refuge, a fantasy setting featuring kintsugi-repaired caves and surreal landscapes, players can explore a new area created by the supernatural Oni race.
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