Capcom's presence at The Game Awards 2024 made waves with the surprise announcements of both an Okami sequel and a brand new Onimusha title, Way of the Sword.  The reveal of in-engine gameplay footage, coupled with a 2026 release window, generated significant excitement and discussion.  Adding to the buzz, Capcom subsequently showcased a remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny during Sony's State of Play, slated for release on May 23rd across Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and PC.

This resurgence of interest in the Onimusha franchise, dormant for nearly two decades since Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams in 2006, has had a dramatic impact on the resale market. While early entries like Onimusha: Warlords and Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny remain relatively affordable at $10-$15, later titles have seen significant price hikes. Onimusha 3: Demon Siege now commands $25-$30, and Dawn of Dreams has soared to nearly $60 for used copies.

Details surrounding Onimusha: Way of the Sword are currently scarce, but more information is anticipated later this year.

Fortunately, some titles remain accessible at standard prices through digital storefronts. While the 2018 remaster of Onimusha: Warlords has seen its resale value inflate to $60-$80, it's still available digitally for $20 on Xbox and PlayStation consoles.  The upcoming Onimusha 2 remaster will launch at $30.  Currently, only the first two core Onimusha games are available or planned for release on modern platforms, leaving fans eager to experience Onimusha 3 and Dawn of Dreams with the options of paying inflated resale prices or hoping for future remasters or ports.

With the Onimusha 2 remaster launching in May and the new mainline entry scheduled for next year, anticipation for the franchise is high. Fans can potentially expect further details on Onimusha: Way of the Sword at events like Summer Game Fest. Hopefully, as new players discover the series, the inflated resale prices of the original games will begin to normalize.