Onimusha: Way of the Sword is best when it's silly, and despite some gloomy open world slogging, sometimes even remembers it

The eagerly anticipated release of Onimusha: War of the Sword is quickly approaching, with fans of the series and action-adventure enthusiasts alike looking forward to delving into the medieval Japan setting and intense sword fights. The game, developed by Capcom, is set to make its debut on PC platforms, offering players the ability to experience the classic Capcom action and physically demanding swordplay.

Launch times for Onimusha: Way of the Sword on PC have been announced across multiple time zones. Players in Los Angeles can expect to begin playing the game at 9 pm PDT on Thursday, September 3. Those in New York will be able to start their adventure at midnight EDT the following day, on Friday, September 4. London, Berlin, and New Delhi players will join the ranks at 5 am, 6 am, and 9:30 am BST, CEST, and IST respectively.

Finally, Sydney and Auckland residents will be able to dive into the game at 2 pm AEST and 4 pm NZST on the same day.

For those who prefer not to manually calculate their local unlock times, a convenient countdown timer is available to track the release. Preloading is an option for those purchasing the game on Steam, but not on the Epic Games Store. All other gamers can begin downloading the game well in advance, ensuring a seamless transition into the medieval world of Onimusha: War of the Sword.