Capcom have just announced that Onimusha: Warlords is coming to the Nintendo Switch and all other major platforms on January 15th 2019.

This seems like a particularly poignant release fot the Switch however, as it will mark the first time that the series has ever been released on a Nintendo platform.

Check out the press release and announcement trailer below...

"Step into a feudal world filled with magic, samurais, and demon warriors, as Onimusha: Warlords comes to PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Steam on January 15, 2019. Originally released in 2001, Onimusha: Warlords successfully blended thrilling action with a cinematic story to achieve over 2 million copies sold worldwide. Now Capcom brings the original sword fighting action title to current video game systems with updated features including high-definition graphics, widescreen display option, analog stick support, a readily available Easy Mode option, and new soundtrack.

The game will be available as a digital purchase across North America and Europe for MSRP $19.99 on all formats with a physical release in North America available on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

Onimusha: Warlords follows the battle-filled journey of samurai Samanosuke Akechi and ninja Kaede on a quest to save Princess Yuki from a legion of mysterious demons who have invaded Inabayama Castle. As the two travel throughout the castle, they unravel a malevolent plot by those who would serve the evil lord Nobunaga Oda. Using sword-based combat, a magical Oni Gauntlet and puzzle solving, players need to call on both brawn and creativity to defeat the demonic foes."

While this is all very welcome news indeed, just one thing sticks in my mind after reading the press release; Capcom... come on now, let's have a physical release for Europe on all formats including Switch please as you know it makes good business sense.

Are you excited for this monumental Onimusha re-release? Have you played any of the series since the last entry on the PS2 in 2006? Will this potentially be your first experience of the series?

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