Game Information
Game Title: Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny (2025)
Platforms:
- PlayStation 4 (May 23, 2025)
- Xbox One (May 23, 2025)
- Nintendo Switch (May 23, 2025)
- PC (May 23, 2025)
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Review Aggregator:
OpenCritic - 75 average - 65% recommended - 48 reviews
Critic Reviews
Atarita - Seyidcem Öztürk - Turkish - 78 / 100
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is a relic of its time—visually upgraded and still atmospheric, but ultimately too dated and uneven to shine beyond its niche appeal.
But Why Tho? - Abdul Saad - 8.5 / 10
Onimusha 2 Samurai’s Destiny doesn’t reinvent the wheel or dramatically modernize every aspect of the original game. However, with its stylish action, welcome updates, and nostalgic charm, the remaster proves that even a 20-year-old game can still cut deep.
CGMagazine - Khari Taylor - 8 / 10
Of all the Capcom games I have played whose lineage can be traced back to its Resident Evil and Devil May CDevil May Cry 5 (PS4) Reviewry origins, Onimusha 2:
COGconnected - Stephan Adamus - 85 / 100
Despite the sometimes frustrating fixed camera angles, goofy voice acting, and rushed second half, Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny is one of my favorite games I’ve played this year.
Checkpoint Gaming - Luke Mitchell - 7 / 10
It's honourable, in a way, to present the Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny remaster mostly unchanged from its original 2002 PS2 version. The visuals have been given a freshen up, and some smart changes – like weapon switching on the fly, auto-save, and more – definitely make for a more playable experience. But the fixed camera angles and dated production values don't necessarily show Onimusha in the best light, leaving this remaster as a clunky history lesson for newcomers, and a solid throwback for fans.
Cloud Dosage - Jon Scarr - 3.5 / 5
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remaster brings back a PS2 classic with cleaner visuals, smoother controls, and light quality-of-life tweaks. Its branching companion system and rewarding combat still stand out, even if some camera issues and story elements haven’t aged well. The remaster stays faithful to the original, for better and worse. Fans of the series will find something to enjoy, but it’s a tougher sell for newcomers.
Console Creatures - Bobby Pashalidis - 8 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is an improvement over Warlords and is easily a highlight for the series.
Cultured Vultures - Ash Bates - 8 / 10
A smart remaster that retains the core of the original while improving graphics and adding quality of life improvements, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is great for both fans and newcomers.
Digitale Anime - Raouf Belhamra - Arabic - 8.5 / 10
“A glorious return of a legendary classic” The remastered Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny doesn’t aim to reinvent the classic, but rather presents it as it was—but more smoothly and elegantly. The experience retains its challenging, uniquely Japanese feel, and cinematic atmosphere, while adding thoughtful technical touches that open the door to a new audience without disappointing longtime fans.
GRYOnline.pl - Sebastian Kasparek - Polish - 8 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny was a great game on PS2 and nothing has changed more than 2 decades later. The remaster has the same set of good and bad things, with some quality of life changes and bonuses that will appeal mostly to fans of the series.
Game Rant - Matt Karoglou - 8 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a remaster that does the PS2 original justice and a great experience to whet the appetite before the series' revival.
GameBlast - Alecsander Oliveira - Portuguese - 8.5 / 10
Capcom delivered another successful remaster. Although Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is the least beloved of the original trilogy, it remains a major classic of the sixth console generation and one of the most ambitious titles of its time. With quality-of-life improvements and a beautiful adaptation of its pre-rendered backgrounds to HD, this is the definitive version of Jubei Yagyu's revenge.
GameGrin - Artura Dawn - 7 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a nostalgia hit for the ages, but it might struggle to tempt the new crowds.
GameSpew - Richard Seagrave - 7 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a bold sequel that adds RPG elements into the mix and has more of an action focus. Awkward fixed camera angles add unwanted frustration to combat, though, and the new weapon switching mechanic is troublesome to use in the heat of battle.
Without being as cult as Onimusha Warlords, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny shows just how special this license is. Despite the weight of time, the gameplay is still effective and more accessible with the introduction of modern controls. It's clearly a basic remaster like the first one, but it's the best way to play it. However the high price just for one game is not justified here.
Gamefa - Arman Zarmehr - Persian - 8.2 / 10
Onimusha 2 Remastered Presents numerous improvements, some targeted changes, and new content, Onimusha 2 is a more engaging experience for new audiences and a more accessible experience for old fans to get a sense of nostalgia. Of course, there are some things that this remaster doesn't do well; from the suboptimal performance of the weapon switching mechanism to the discontinuous movements when switching camera angles, all of which prevent this remaster from being considered a full-fledged re-release, but it can still be said that Onimusha 2 Remastered is very much worth experiencing thanks to its engaging gameplay and multi-branching story, and now the game's visual improvements have made these aspects look better than ever.
Gamers Heroes - Johnny Hurricane - 85 / 100
This remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a great new way to play this timeless samurai tale. Whether you're a fan of the original or a newcomer to the series, don't hesitate to check this one out.
Gaming Instincts - Leonid Melikhov - 7 / 10
Overall, it’s a faithful remaster that longtime fans will likely appreciate. However, newcomers might be put off by its pre-rendered environments, frequent camera angle changes, overly cheesy and bad voice acting and a combat system that clearly shows its age when compared to more modern titles such as Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, or Ghost of Tsushima. This is a game best approached with an open mind and a willingness to experience a retro Capcom title from a very different era in game design.
Generación Xbox - Gabriel Fuentes - Spanish - 80 / 100
I hope Capcom decides to remaster the rest of the series while continuing to reboot the franchise in a title that will be released next year. The truth is, so far, the work bodes well .
Hardcore Gamer - Matthew Mendisana - 4 / 5
Capcom's retro hack-and-slash adventure Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny returns in a crisp new remaster.
IGN Italy - Arturo Perrotta - Italian - 5.5 / 10
An extremely conservative operation. More like a port with extra content than a remaster; a product intended for fans of the saga and fans of the video game's history, but unlikely to appeal to younger gamers.
IGN Spain - Rafa Del Río - Spanish - 7 / 10
While we wait for the release of Onimusha: Way of the Sword in 2026, Capcom returns to the fray and rescues one of the best episodes of the saga, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny. Available on Playstation, Switch, PC and Xbox consoles, the remastering stays in the previous generation offering a work that could have been better. Fortunately the original game is powerful enough to hold its own with what is undoubtedly the best option to relive the story of Jubei Jagyu and Oda Nobunaga.
Just Play it - Abdelillah MOHAMED AZIZI - Arabic - 8.5 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny, one of Capcom's timeless classics, returns in a superb remastered version that brings modern performance to the gameplay while offering excellent and polished Arabic language support. It delivers an action-adventure experience that beautifully blends drama with ancient Japanese mythology. Without a doubt, this version is the perfect choice to dive into the experience, whether you're a longtime fan of the series or a newcomer.
Loot Level Chill - Chris White - 8 / 10
Despite it being released in 2002, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny has some cool new features, and is still enjoyable to play in the current gaming climate.
MonsterVine - Samantha Lienhard - 4.5 / 5
Onimusha 2 might have some odd pacing and distances itself from its predecessor's survival horror trappings, but it's a great game with a lot to offer, and the remaster further improves it with some nice bonus features and quality-of-life improvements. I couldn't be more excited for the future of Onimusha, and Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny further proves this series deserves its revival.
Nintendo Life - Oliver Reynolds - 8 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a strong, worthy successor to the original that is now at its absolute best on Switch. Some of it feels dated by modern standards, with fixed camera angles that arguably should have been ditched back in 2002, but it still feels incredibly fun regardless. The remaster adds in a bunch of quality-of-life updates and extras that both longtime fans and newcomers will appreciate, but ultimately, this is a faithful revival of one of the PS2's very best games. Now the patient wait for Onimusha 3 begins.
PC Gamer - Sam Desatoff - 65 / 100
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny represents the design tenants of a bygone era, more often for worse than better.
PSX Brasil - Thiago de Alencar Moura - Portuguese - 80 / 100
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a very welcome remaster of a great PS2 title that arrives on current platforms with much-needed improvements. Although it still retains some minor issues, fans of adventure and samurai games have a lot of joy in this important piece of Capcom's catalog.
PlayStation Universe - James Davie - 6 / 10
Some believe that in order to truly "remaster" a game, there has to be a mastered game to begin with, and in the case of Onimusha 2, it certainly (with all due respect) isn't a game that was made with mastery to begin with. A derided sequel given an appreciable but unsurprising remaster, Onimusha 2 is worthwhile to play if you didn't play it in 2002, and is a capable study for new players.
Push Square - Liam Croft - 7 / 10
Even with the baggage of its PS2 origins, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a welcome trip down memory lane.
Quest Daily - Tom Greer - 8.5 / 10
“There’s something sacred about revisiting an old-school PS2 title and finding it not only intact but enhanced only where needed. The remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny pulls off that rare feat — retaining the original’s quirky charm and soul. Capcom has tweaked the game in just enough places that it doesn’t ruin the nostalgia.”
SECTOR.sk - Matúš Štrba - Slovak - 7 / 10
Some elements of the Onimusha 2 remaster still hold up 23 years after its original release, offering moments of engagement and fun. Others, however, haven't aged as gracefully, and time has taken its toll. As a result, this remaster feels more like an intriguing relic of the past'best appreciated by longtime fans looking to revisit the reasons they once fell in love with the series, rather than newcomers.
Saudi Gamer - Arabic - 7 / 10
A pretty good remaster of a game that is of its time, full of charm and wackiness that you either embrace or you don't, warts and all.
SavePoint Gaming - Jake Su - 6.5 / 10
There is something to be said about cherishing the classics, and for what it's worth, I did enjoy my time with this remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny. It provides a lens back to when things were much more simpler and straightforward, where being able to complete a run in 6 hours and still having a good time was more the norm than the exception. Capcom could have made more significant changes to bring the game up to modern standards. Yet, in this form, we get to see how far games have come, albeit with a tinge of sadness at the missed opportunity to build even more hype ahead of Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
Shacknews - TJ Denzer - 8 / 10
Onimusha 2 is a strange but good action game. There aren’t many things like it, but I’m glad it’s back just the way it is. The swordplay and progression are great and the story is an oddity determined by a number of decisions you make at crucial points.
Siliconera - Jenni Lada - 7 / 10
The Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny remaster is a valuable one, especially with Way of the Sword on the horizon.
SmashPad - Danreb Victorio - 3 / 5
A lot of fans consider Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny to be the best game in the series, and while that may be the case, like Onimusha Warlords before it, it hasn’t aged well.
Spaziogames - Gianluca Arena - Italian - 7.5 / 10
Even with a mostly no-frills remaster, Capcom succeeds in bringing Onimusha 2 on modern hardwares, so that a new generation of players can appreciate its combat system and rudimentary affinity system. A better game than its predecessor overall, but stil not the best in the series, however.
Onimusha 2 has a lot to be proud of. It was well received by critics and gamers alike in the same year that Grand Theft Auto Vice City and Metroid Prime were released. While I’ve no doubt that there will be a lot of fans out there that will defend its remastering, it does little more than highlight how far games have come for me — and highlight why I shouldn’t play the old ones.
TechRaptor - Austin Suther - 8.5 / 10
A classic with a quality remaster, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny features crisp, enhanced visuals and other improvements like auto-save and new controls. The campiness of the story is endearing, and the action-oriented, Resident Evil-like gameplay holds up after all these years.
The Games Machine - Majkol "Zaru" Robuschi - Italian - 7.6 / 10
A faithful remaster of a PS2 classic, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny brings back the brooding atmosphere and layered storytelling fans remember. The improved resolution and new QoL features are welcome, but the lack of real enhancements or modern refinements holds it back. While Jubei's journey remains compelling and replayability is high thanks to branching paths, the dated combat and stiff controls may deter newcomers. Longtime fans will appreciate the nostalgia, but this feels more like preservation than revival.
The Nerd Stash - Julio La Pine - 8.5 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is an excellent remaster and a clear step up from Onimusha: Warlords. While it still has its innate jank, the new additions and QoL features make this game feel up to current-day standards.
TheGamer - George Foster - 4 / 5
Considering how long Onimusha fans have been waiting for Samurai’s Destiny to make a return on modern platforms, the lack of significant bonuses doesn’t feel like a big sticking point. More than anything, it let me finally experience a brilliantly unique series that for years I’ve been missing out on.
TheSixthAxis - Adrian Burrows - 5 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a highly influential classic, one that deserves a lot more love from Capcom than this drab remake has to offer. There was a brilliant opportunity to spoil the player with behind-the-scenes developer content here, but that chance has been squandered. Instead, you get to swap weapons with a button press rather than by going into the menu and sharper visuals. You're best off saving your money and digging your PS2 out of storage, I say.
Video Chums - A.J. Maciejewski - 8 / 10
Even with its retro baggage, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is an undeniably great game that fleshes out the original's formula very well and in some unexpected ways to boot. 👹
Worth Playing - Chris "Atom" DeAngelus - 8 / 10
Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a strong update to a good game. It adds all of the polish and updated features I had wanted. Most of the problems I have with the game are ones that were true of the original release, too. It's a darn fun little follow-up to Onimusha: Warlords, which expands the gameplay without losing the fun feudal Japanese Resident Evil vibe the franchise has always had going for it.
Xbox Achievements - Richard Walker - 80%
Am I getting older, or are old games getting harder? The answer is both. I fondly remember romping through Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny when it...
Xbox Tavern - Jamie Collyer - 6 / 10
Which leads me to my final thoughts. As a remaster, it’s well done if basic; some upspuffed visuals, a few QoL improvements, and an easier way to revisit the game. But unfortunately the game itself is showing its age, with obtuse objectives and maps and combat that rarely feels fun or exciting to engage in. One for old fans, and cautious new players looking to see what the series is all about before the new Onimusha: Way of the Sword next year.
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