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Jose Enrico Coronel

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Demo Guide: Parry, Deflect, Issen and Soul Absorption Explained

Daidara can consume unabsorbed souls during his Onimusha: Way of the Sword encounter, forcing players to balance attacking with soul management. © Capcom. All rights reserved. (Credit: Capcom / PlayStation)

Capcom's free Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo introduces the game's core combat systems through the Kiyomizu-dera Temple stage. Players can test Parry, Deflect, Issen, Oni powers and soul absorption while facing enemies and rival swordsman Sasaki Ganryu.

The demo initially offered approximately 30 minutes of the opening story. An August 25 update expanded the playable areas and added Daidara, a massive boss who can consume souls left on the battlefield.

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