Onimusha: Way of the Sword's developers have claimed it took two years to get permission to use the likeness of Japanese acting legend Toshiro Mifune as the main character of the game.

Though the 20-years-in-the-making Onimusha: Way of the Sword actually looks pretty great, Capcom has made one head-scratching decision - basing the likeness of new protagonist Musashi Miyamoto on ...

Instead, players will assume control of Miyamoto Mushashi, a samurai warrior whose likeness is based on the late actor Toshiro Mifune. Onimusha: Way of the Sword will hit PS5, Xbox Series X S, and ...

Some interesting insight into the next Onimusha, then — but how do you feel about the use of Mifune's face? Is it a good fit? Draw not one, but two swords in the comments section below.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is coming to PS5 in 2026. We got to see around 30 minutes of the game in action, so read our Onimusha: Way of the Sword impressions here.

Onimusha's new protagonist is modeled after late actor Toshiro Mifune, known for his roles in many critically acclaimed samurai films.

Mifune's face is one way Onimusha reaches for legitimacy - the advice of swordplay experts, right down to characterisation, is another.

Capcom offered sneak peeks at several upcoming titles at Summer Game Fest 2025, including its Onimusha revival and the ...

“Onimusha 2” is a weird game. It’s worth playing, especially for people interested in the upcoming revival game.

Toshiro Mifune best movies, TV shows and web series list online from from 2016 to 2016 along with personal and professional details.