Capcom has introduced a new “Hell” Mode in a free update for Onimusha: Warlords, elevating the game’s difficulty to an extreme level. In this mode, any enemy attack results in instant death for players, adding a formidable challenge. Additionally, this update includes support for six new text display languages, enhancing accessibility for gamers worldwide. Onimusha: Warlords originally debuted in 2001 for the PlayStation 2, marking the beginning of the Onimusha series.
The game, which was remastered in 2019, is set in Japan’s Sengoku period, focusing on samurai Samanosuke Akechi’s battle against the forces of Nobunaga Oda. The remaster has attracted the attention of fans of feudal Japanese stories, particularly those who enjoyed titles like Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed: Shadows. With the recent resurgence, the franchise is continuing to expand with the remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny and the newly announced Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The “Hell” Mode was confirmed by Capcom and can be accessed from the Title Screen.
In this mode, enemy attacks will incapacitate players regardless of their strength. However, players have the option to use a Talisman for revival and can earn the “Hell” Honor by completing this challenge. The update also features new display languages—Korean, Polish, and Latin American Spanish—further increasing its appeal. In discussions about the series, Capcom producers expressed a desire for more Onimusha remasters.
Fans have repeatedly called for a remastered version of Gemma Onimusha, as well as requests for skip options for cutscenes, which some found frustrating after defeat. Onimusha: Way of the Sword, featuring a new protagonist inspired by Toshiro Mifune, is set to release in 2026, promising intense combat and unique gameplay features.