Combat Guide to Mastering the Game Mechanics
Check out this detailed beginner's guide dedicated to Onimusha: Way of the Sword.Learn to use basic combos, perfect parries and deflections, and execute the devastating Chain Issen to tackle fights like a pro.
Synchronize your block command before arrows strike to deflect them and embed them into the ground.This move alters the trajectory of enemy projectiles and sends them flying back at any nearby opponents.
Rolling Enemies Block
Perform a perfect block against enemies covered in metal spikes as they perform spinning attacks.This action traps enemies against the surrounding walls, leaving them temporarily immobilized and vulnerable to a final attack.
Esen Counter
Use the narrow window of time when an enemy attack connects with your body to input a perfectly timed attack input.This technique dodges the attack and generates a quick, deadly counterattack.
Using Creatures as Weapons
Deflect the attacks of rolling enemies by blocking them to collide with other enemies in the area.This tactic damages multiple targets and reduces their stamina bar without draining your resources.
Reflex Dodge and Counter
Perform precise, well-timed dodges to fill the reflex meter on the game screen.When the meter fills, your next dash triggers a slow-motion sequence that's useful for chaining together counterattack combos.
Executing Issen Attacks
The game allows you to deal high damage and take out smaller enemies in a single hit with Issen attacks.To perform this move, you must attack an enemy exactly before their attack lands.
Tracking Successful Attacks
You can check how many Issen attacks you land by looking at the gold counter in the lower left corner of the screen during gameplay.
Unlocking the Special Challenge
To unlock the Byakue boss fight, you must complete the demo after successfully performing ten Issen attacks.The Special Challenge can be found by selecting it directly from the title screen.
Activating the Issen Ability
Press the Square or Triangle button while an enemy is about to attack your character.Time your sword precisely as it strikes your opponent to successfully activate your Issen ability.
Chain Issen Attacks
Strike the first enemy with the Issen and watch the sword's animation.Quickly press the same button as soon as the blade penetrates the second opponent.Perform this precise sequence to extend the chain and eliminate additional enemies on the battlefield.
Managing Button Timing
Avoid guessing when to activate your Issen by relying solely on visual combat animations.Press your controls with extreme precision, as even a few frames late or early will disrupt the action and leave your character vulnerable to enemy attacks.
Enemy Attacks from Behind
Use the Issen ability even when enemies attack from behind without you turning toward them first.Focus solely on the correct timing of your input to activate the defensive move in any direction your character is facing.
Checking Game Controls
Open the hints section from the main menu to check the exact key bindings for your gaming platform.Use this help screen to find the correct commands to activate your character's special abilities.
