Onimusha Warlords [top] Jun 2026

Do not be fooled by the action swordplay— Onimusha Warlords is a horror game. The fixed camera angles often hide enemies around corners. The sound design is terrifying: the wet skittering of Genma spiders on wood, the low chanting of undead monks, and the sudden, thunderous crash of a zombie Gatling-gun wielding monster (the "Blade-Dragon").

Despite the demon-slaying action, Onimusha Warlords is fundamentally a puzzle-box game. Inabayama Castle is a labyrinth of locked doors, spinning statues, and hidden passages. You will spend as much time rotating a "Puzzle Box" in the menu (a literal 3D mechanical puzzle you manipulate with the analog sticks) as you will fighting Genma samurai. Onimusha Warlords

Some of the game's most iconic scares involve the —a secret, optional portal where you fight wave after wave of increasing enemies in a tiny room with no healing items. The reward for surviving? The ultimate sword, "Bishamon's Sword." The risk? Dying and losing an hour of progress if you haven't saved recently. Do not be fooled by the action swordplay—

The puzzles, too, were a staple of the era. Inabayama Castle Some of the game's most iconic scares involve

💡 Don't miss the Fluorite collectibles! Finding all 20 throughout the game unlocks the Oni Spirits mini-game, which is essential for players looking to 100% their trophy or achievement list.

"One warrior. One destiny. One final stand against the demon tide."

A new score and re-recorded voice acting refreshed the game's audio experience.