Capcom’s gamble on resurrecting a 20-year-old franchise has paid off in spectacular fashion. Onimusha: Way of the Sword surpassed one million copies sold within its first day of release on September 4, the publisher announced. The action game launched simultaneously on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2, pushing the entire Onimusha series past the 10 million lifetime sales milestone. On PC alone, the title peaked at over 85,000 concurrent players on Steam, according to Eurogamer, and has ranked among the platform’s best sellers since launch.
Capcom credited its pre-release marketing strategy for the strong debut, noting that multiple demo releases and hands-on exhibitions helped build awareness among a wide audience. But the more significant takeaway from the publisher’s statement is what comes next. “In addition to regularly releasing major new titles each year, Capcom is focusing on re-activating IPs that haven’t had a new title launch recently,” the company said, as IGN reported. The publisher expressed its intent to maximize value by leveraging its extensive back catalog of beloved properties.
That statement will undoubtedly ignite speculation among fans about which long-dormant Capcom series could be next in line for a modern revival. Dino Crisis, which Capcom is frequently asked about, sits near the top of most wish lists, alongside Viewtiful Joe, Breath of Fire, and Lost Planet. Devil May Cry, which last saw a mainline entry in 2019, and the Ace Attorney series are also popular candidates among the community.
Way of the Sword’s success continues a remarkably strong run for Capcom, which has been firing on all cylinders across its portfolio. The company’s biggest hit of 2026 so far has been Resident Evil Requiem, which moved five million units in under a week, while the new IP Pragmata reached one million sales in its first two days. Critical reception for Way of the Sword has been equally impressive, with reviewers praising its deep swordplay systems and its willingness to sidestep common Soulslike design conventions.
Looking ahead, Capcom’s release calendar shows no signs of slowing down. Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance and Resident Evil Veronica are both scheduled for next year, alongside Mega Man: Dual Override. Further out, Okami 2 is in development at Clovers, the studio led by original director Hideki Kamiya. If Way of the Sword is any indication, Capcom’s strategy of breathing new life into its classic franchises is resonating with both longtime fans and newcomers alike.