Onimusha: Way of the Sword' Surpasses 1 Million Copies Sold on First Day

Capcom's new title, 'Onimusha: Way of the Sword', has surpassed 1 million copies sold on its first day of launch.

Capcom announced on the 7th that Onimusha: Way of the Sword reached over 1 million copies sold within just one day of release, pushing the cumulative sales of the Onimusha series past 10 million units.

Capcom stated, "We are truly delighted that so many people are playing Onimusha," adding, "We deeply appreciate all player feedback as well as video posts." The company expressed its gratitude, saying, "Please continue to support 'Onimusha: Way of the Sword' in the future."

To commemorate reaching 1 million sales, a special illustration expressing gratitude was shared alongside the post. The artwork depicts protagonist Miyamoto Musashi and a Komainu smiling happily.

As the first new entry in the franchise in 20 years, Onimusha: Way of the Sword is set in early Edo-period Kyoto, delivering sword-fighting action in a dark fantasy setting. Players take on the role of Miyamoto Musashi, a warrior equipped with the Oni Gauntlet. Following its release on September 4, the game has been sailing smoothly, recording a score of 85 on Metacritic and 86 on OpenCritic.

To mark the release, Director Satoru Nihei previously stated, "I am truly happy to finally present a title that we have been developing for a long time," adding, "I hope players dive into the unique world of Onimusha and experience its meticulously refined action."

This article was originally written in Korean and translated with the help of AI. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom. [Read Original]

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