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450 just for the box imagine that 💀💔
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Here's how Xbox disc-to-digital works in practice (with video): A HUGE game preservation win | Windows Central

Direct link to video in article: Tested: Xbox's new disc-to-digital program REALLY works

A few notes from the video:

• Some people are noticing that even games that are delisted are getting licenses
• It's up to publishers to decide if their games will work with disc to digital
• Despite rumors that Helix might have a drive accessory, "he doesn't see it right now"

I don't know if it's Stockholm syndrome or if there are real ripples of change happening here but I am starting to feel fairly positive about the direction and future of Xbox.

I absolutely just finished converting like 20 titles over to digital and wow, my library is currently at 70 games and it feels good knowing it is all coming with me moving forward.

Love seeing how many are available on cloud, how many are play anywhere. I'm starting to believe.

The Xbox ecosystem has the potential to offer something that no other platform can match if they can deliver without fucking it up somehow.

Now is the time to prepare for the Remastered version if you don't have the disc anymore or haven't played!

EDIT/PSA: IF you have ever had an issue with your disks reading but not allowing you to complete an installation, this seems to be a complete fix for it. What I describe below is my personal encounter with this weird disk-faulty issue and how the new system fixed it.

EDIT 2: It seems all you have to do is insert the disk to claim the digital license. Afterwards, remove the disk and install the game from the digital license you claimed, and it should install without any issue.

I have, no joke, been locked out of playing my Black Ops 3 disc since 2017. Ever since then, I have not been able to install or play the game. Even when installing remotely via the mobile Xbox App and putting my disc in the console, it kept giving me errors for installation and such and I could not play. I never rebought it as I refused to buy another copy of it, and I moved onto other CODs and Fortnite and so on.

Anyways, now Xbox has given us Disc to Digital. I figured I’d give it a try. I had to remote install from my mobile Xbox App, and got worried as my Disc originally did not download the update when I put it in and gave me an error. I thought I was out of luck, but figured I’d try to claim the license anyways, and whatdya know. It worked. I can finally play BO3 and my DLCs I bought for it again after nearly a decade 😭😭

I guess this also serves as a PSA: if you’ve had that same issue in the past, try this method. You might finally also be able to play your game again! Thank you Xbox for this.

Source: https://x.com/wickedgame/status/2094802463400341667

This message mentions steam and ps5 but no mention of xbox. I'm assuming preorders won't be available in January 2027, like on ps5.

From today till march there's like 7 months. That should be plenty of time to fix whatever optimization issues there were on the series s. If not, then we can all come to the same conclusion.

Game Title: The Blood of Dawnwalker

Platforms:

• PC (Sep 3, 2026)
• PlayStation 5 (Sep 3, 2026)
• Xbox Series X/S (Sep 3, 2026)

Trailer:

Developer: Rebel Wolves

Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 85 average - 91% recommended - 80 reviews

Critic Reviews

ACG - Jeremy Penter - Buy

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AltChar - Semir Omerovic - 7 / 10

Sharp writing, forgettable combat: The Blood of Dawnwalker is a solid vampiric RPG worth playing for its story and quests alone, if you can stomach the gameplay jank.

Atarita - Atakan Gümrükçüoğlu - Turkish - 86 / 100

The Blood of Dawnwalker delivers a captivating RPG experience with its rich atmosphere, unique mechanics built around the day-night cycle, and a freeform quest structure in which player choices shape the course of fate.

BaziCenter - Arash Sefidi - Persian - 8 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker bears all the hallmarks of a project crafted by brilliance, particularly through its top-tier storytelling and tight combat mechanics. Yet while its core identity as an Action RPG is rock-solid, the surrounding package lacks the high-end production polish needed to elevate it further. It’s an undeniable achievement, but one constantly shadowed by the obvious strain of a limited budget and workforce.

Bazimag - Hamidreza Ghaneei - Persian - 8.1 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is by no means a flawless experience, but the developers’ ambition in storytelling and in creating a world that responds meaningfully to the player’s choices has ensured that its gameplay shortcomings do not overshadow the overall experience. With its debut title, Rebel Wolves has shown that it has plenty to say, and one can only hope that some of this game’s shortcomings will be addressed in future installments.

But Why Tho? - Michael Murphy - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a fantastic RPG worthy of diving and sinking your fangs into again and again.

CGMagazine - Hayes Madsen - 9.5 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a masterful new RPG from key developers behind The Witcher 3, kicking off a bold new series that has remarkable potential.

Capsule Computers - Travis Bruno - 9.5 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker delivers layered narrative depth, dense worldbuilding, and excellent dual combat that keeps exploration and battles equally engaging in a way that truly shines in today’s age.

ComingSoon.net - Tyler Treese - 9 / 10

Rebel Wolves’ debut action role-playing game is one of the most unique and ambitious games to come out in 2026.

Console Creatures - Meghan G - 8 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an impressive debut from Rebel Wolves, with challenging combat and choices that shape the story around you. It breathes new life into a tired genre of vampire action RPGs, using time as a resource and letting players shape the world around them. Despite relatively benign issues that can easily be rectified, it is certainly one to watch within the world of RPGs.

Dexerto - Jessica Filby - 4 / 5

The Blood of Dawnwalker isn't perfect by any means, but its attempts to merge The Witcher's grungy world with an intense time limit make it stand out from Geralt’s masterpiece. Its story is riveting, its characters are expertly written, and its combat combined with the 30-day time limit is utterly unique, making for a thrilling adventure that is as bloody as it is good fun.

Digitally Downloaded - Matt Sainsbury - 4 / 5

The narrative might be subservient to the mechanics, and not as thematically evocative as I might like, but excellent writing does combine with quality, well-executed mechanics to give us the equivalent of a pulp fantasy page-turner, and like the stories of dark pulp fantasy writer, Robert E. Howard, it’s really (really) difficult to put down.

EmuGlx.org - Vladan Nastanović - Unknown - 9 / 10

Blood of the Dawnwalker is an impressive debut from Rebel Wolves that, despite flaws such as problematic lip-sync and technical issues, manages to overcome and even surpass the initial skepticism carried over from the Cyberpunk 2077 era. For fans of deep storytelling, dark Slavic atmosphere, and thoughtfully implemented vampire mechanics, time spent in Vale Sangora comes highly recommended.

Eurogamer - Robert Purchese - 4 / 5

CD Projekt Red alumni create a familiar dark fantasy adventure, but one with bold and provocative ideas of its own, that's mostly, enormously successful.

GAMINGbible - Kate Harrold - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker deserves to be a new AAA mainstay, and I’d gladly join Coen on future ventures. Rebel Wolves’ debut outing is everything you could want from the former director of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, but it’s also something entirely new.

Gadgets 360 - Manas Mitul - 9 / 10

Rebel Wolves' story-driven RPG is clearly built on the role-playing ethos established by The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, but it's the breadth and depth of original ideas at play that make the game stand on its own merits.

GameRant - Josh Cotts - 6 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker has strong ideas and a compelling story, but repetitive design, uneven systems, and constant jank hold it back.

Gameblog - Geralt of Reeves - French - 9 / 10

Rebel Wolves delivers a dark fantasy RPG that can hold its own against its illustrious cousin and is a firstborn that we hope will produce other gems in the same vein in the future.

Gameliner - Claudia Tjia - Dutch - 3.5 / 5

The Blood of Dawnwalker has an interesting identity thanks to its combination of human and vampire gameplay, the day-and-night cycle, the time system and meaningful choices. However, the empty open world, awkward blood and health system, time pressure, uneven combat and several visual and technical bugs keep the experience from reaching its full potential. I enjoyed my time with it, but I often found myself thinking how much stronger the game could have been with a livelier world and a better balance between freedom and time pressure.

Gamer Guides - Echo Apsey - 87 / 100

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a true narrative sandbox with a malleable and flexible structure that allows you to play your way and see where the wind takes you. While its combat isn’t as strong, the game’s narrative framework is consistently mesmerizing.

Gamers Heroes - Johnny Hurricane - 75 / 100

While The Blood of Dawnwalker and its dark fantasy vampire setting is well worth exploring, best wait for a few patches before exploring its vast open world.

GamesNight - Amr Ashraf - 8 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an easy recommendation whether you come from The Witcher 3 or any other RPG from the modern era. It delivers on many of its promises, offering excellent combat, a dense open world with a lot to seek, and an interesting story that presents a likeable protagonist. However, it’s underdeveloped villains, 30-day mechanic, and glaring technical issues prevent it from hitting the mark.

GamingBolt - Stuart Glover - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a fascinating action-RPG, where every choice to save Coen's family feels rightly consequential.

IGN - Travis Northup - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an impressive, bloody cocktail of interesting ideas and well-written characters, making it one of this year’s best open-world RPGs.

IGN Italy - Stefano Castagnola - Italian - 8.5 / 10

A new and intriguing action RPG that doesn's stray far away from The Witcher III's template, but delivers an engaging narrative experience full of memorable characters in a fascinating setting.

IGN Spain - Mario Seijas - Spanish - 7 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker has an interesting core, but it throws too many obstacles in your way before you can get to it. Rebel Wolves builds a rich universe with many stories worth discovering, but its clunky mechanics and various issues with its main systems are hard to ignore.

Impulsegamer - Dean Yamak - 5 / 5

Join me and stay up until near-dawn playing The Blood of Dawn Walker. It was a brilliant time that tapped into my nostalgic Skyrim and Witcher 3 itch, whilst also offering novel advances on combat mechanics, character progression and the gravity of quest choices. Strongly recommend.

Just Play it - Mounir Bensaci - Arabic - 8 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker delivers a dark and thrilling journey through a rich open world filled with exploration, featuring an exceptional day-and-night cycle that meaningfully impacts quest design, abilities, and gameplay. Despite several technical issues, including frame-rate drops, inconsistent visual quality, and lengthy loading screens, these shortcomings do not diminish the fact that we experienced a distinctive and bold adventure with plenty of room to improve.

Kakuchopurei - Jonathan Toyad - 80 / 100

Despite its open-world technical issues and certain aspects of its combat, you're in for a bloody good time with this vampire-laced role-playing tale. The Blood of Dawnwalker is this year's spotlight CRPG entry that hit all the right notes with its story, characters, world-building, and overall adventure & capstones.

KonsoliFIN - Tommi Viitanen - Finnish - 4 / 5

The former Witcher 3 developers show how a dark fantasy setting should be handled.

Loot Level Chill - Mick Fraser - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an excellent open-world fantasy RPG with some unique, interesting ideas.

MKAU Gaming - Yasmin Noble - 8 / 10

Devs, Rebel Wolves take the typical RPG formula and infuse their own unique take on a vampire game into a dark fantasy that stands on its own. I can see The Blood of Dawnwalker enduring the test of time, and I’m keen to see where Rebel Wolves take players next.

MMORPG.com - Myles Obenza - 8.5 / 10

Rebel Wolves’ debut game The Blood of Dawnwalker is a triumphant achievement in the art of telling rich, raw, human stories set with a more fantastical backdrop.

MeuPlayStation - Raphael Batista Cabral Xavier - Portuguese - 78 / 100

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a compelling action RPG with solid directional combat, engaging time management, and an intriguing duality between human and vampire abilities. Repetitive activities and technical issues hold it back, but Rebel Wolves delivers a promising and enjoyable debut.

MondoXbox - Mirko Rossi - Italian - 8 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a high-quality action RPG, built around a unique combat system, a very convincing "dual" gameplay, and an open narrative structure that stays rich and coherent even while leaving almost every choice in our hands. The time limit and the tangible weight of every decision make the whole experience deeper, within a beautifully detailed world; it's just a pity that the technical side and some production limits are not always up to par.

MonsterVine - Spencer Legacy - 5 / 5

The Blood of Dawnwalker is one of the most impressive games I’ve played this generation. The sprawling world and multifaceted story are wonders to behold, while the combat walks the perfect line between complexity and accessibility. Though there is a little bit of open-world jank to contend with, you’d be missing out by choosing not to play this game, as it may already be the best release in an extremely competitive September.

Multiplayer First - Alex Co - 10 / 10

In The Blood of Dawnwalker, Rebel Wolves gambled on a new IP and didn’t hold back in their ambition. Thankfully, it has paid off in spades, and from the looks of it, this is the start of a new RPG franchise. It might not have the same notoriety as The Witcher series for now, but if Rebel Wolves can produce the sequels with the same level of quality, then The Blood of Dawnwalker might just be the next great RPG series.

Simply put: The Blood of Dawnwalker is an all-new, AAA action-RPG that manages to impress in every way, and one that’s our frontrunner as the Game of the Year. We might possibly be witnessing the birth of a new powerhouse IP, and I, for one, am all for it.

NextPlay - Brad Goodwin - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a familiar take on the RPG genre, but its dense human-Vrakhiri dual gameplay loop and time management, accompanied by a banging story, make this one of the best RPGs of the year.

Novastream - Chris Sutton - 4 / 5

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a game that has been hovering near the top of my 2026 anticipation list. While it has some issues in its package, there are components in story and the vampire abilities that provide exciting moments across 40-60 hours of play. Your enjoyment will depend on your connection to a solid story, combat feel and the use of time segments to progress across 30 days. The sounds can be visceral and stumbling across random occurrences always enhances the lived-in vibe of an open world. There is something here that may just need a few updates to realise its best form, yet I can’t help but be excited for where Rebel Wolves decides to place their time next.

One More Game - Vincent Ternida - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an amazing first effort from Rebel Wolves, proving that open‑world RPGs can still surprise us. By stripping away genre bloat and focusing on meaningful mechanics such as the use of the day and night cycle, a gripping narrative, and morally complex characters, the developers have delivered a dark fantasy experience that feels both familiar and refreshingly new, making it a must-play for fans of the genre.

Oyungezer Online - Onur Kaya - Turkish - 7 / 10

Fails to live up to its potential and the expectations created by being associated with The Witcher series, but one I could recommend giving a chance during a quieter period.

PC Gamer - Shaun Prescott - 83 / 100

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a resolutely miserable horror RPG with some great ideas of its own, though it doesn't always have the courage to follow them through.

PPE.pl - Wojciech Gruszczyk - Polish - 8.5 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an excellent start to a new universe, one that draws on the experience of the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, but which, thanks to the 30-day system, Coen’s transformation and the consequences of your decisions, quickly finds its own identity. The game’s greatest strengths are its superbly written quests, interesting characters and a world you’ll want to return to in order to experience completely different versions of events. The underdeveloped combat and technical issues can be irritating, but they do not detract from the fact that Rebel Wolves has created a large, ambitious RPG that is well worth checking out.

PSX Brasil - Marco Aurélio Couto - Portuguese - 84 / 100

Although it has some flaws in combat, The Blood of Dawnwalker delivers a solid and characterful experience. Its time management system, the freedom to explore, and the choices that shape Coen's journey are its greatest strengths and make Rebel Wolves' RPG stand out from other games in the genre.

Pizza Fria - Álvaro Saluan da Cunha - Portuguese - 9.2 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is well worth playing for those who enjoy narrative RPGs, dark fantasy, vampires, difficult choices, and open worlds populated and created with personality. It has the kind of adventure that makes the player think about a quest while away from their PC or console.

PowerUp! - Adam Mathew - 8 / 10

It’s not The Witcher 3. It doesn’t need to be. Dawnwalker has its own blood type and a unique RPG-ing taste that’s anything but vein-illa. Despite the occasional technical anaemia, there’s enough life in it to suggest Rebel Wolves could eventually sire a truly monstrous series from this.

Press Start - James Berich - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an incredible RPG that sinks its fangs into you from the moment you start playing, signalling an incredibly strong start for Rebel Wolves. Choices feel meaningful, combat is satisfying, and the time system makes you stop and think about just what you're doing when you play games. While some quests drag and there were some technical hiccups along the way, nothing made me want to stop playing this adventure that trades breadth for depth. As such, The Blood of Dawnwalker is easily one of my favourite RPGs in years and well worth a taste.

Push Square - Robert Ramsey - 7 / 10

According to Rebel Wolves, The Blood of Dawnwalker is just the first instalment in a planned series. And honestly, that's what it feels like: a starting point.Fans of vampire fiction or choice-driven RPGs should still gel with Dawnwalker based on the strength of its world building, characters, and deliciously dark tones. But you'll need to stomach some of the most serviceable, yet frustratingly stunted gameplay I've encountered in quite some time.

Quest Daily - Julian Price - 8 / 10

One thing is clear: The Blood of Dawnwalker definitely doesn’t suck. In fact, after over 50 hours with The Blood of Dawnwalker, I’d go as far as saying it’s one of the best RPGs I’ve played this year. It just has some teething problems…

RPG Fan - Zek Lu - 92 / 100

Some things are worth your time.

RPG Site - James Galizio - 9 / 10

Rebel Wolves' debut project is an instant classic, and one of the best RPGs of 2026

ReGame It - Taha Omar - Arabic - 8.5 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is more than an attempt to replicate The Witcher’s success, depending on its own unique charm and atmosphere. Its time-limited story system and freedom of choice work exceptionally well, while the gameplay delivers two distinct experiences. Despite some repetition, it lays a strong foundation for what could become a remarkable series.

República DG - Ruancarlo Silva - Portuguese - 8.2 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a great first step by Rebel Wolves. With well-written characters, a mature story, and a fascinating lore, the game is entertaining and leaves a huge taste of 'wanting more.' Unfortunately, it just isn't better due to a problematic technical side that shows the game needed more time in the oven.

Rocket Chainsaw - David Latham - 4 / 5

We loved the fact that you can just give in to the feed and kill main characters along the way, and that there were many different ways to end the story. It was great to hear that this is just chapter one of Coen’s story, as we can see Rebel Wolves growing and becoming a real powerhouse in this genre.

SECTOR.sk - Branislav Kohút - Slovak - 9.5 / 10

You will enjoy spending time with the vampire hero as he demonstrates his power, engaging in combat and exploring a perilous open world. With dozens of hours of battles, moving scenes and conversations, the game is sure to win you over.

Saudi Gamer - عبد الله محمد - Arabic - 4.5 / 5

The Blood of Dawnwalker executes its ideas brilliantly, to the point where you barely notice its limited budget, while delivering an RPG experience that can stand alongside The Witcher 3 in terms of its storytelling, atmosphere, and side quests, making it one of the most unique RPG titles of this generation

Shacknews - Aidan O'Brien - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an ambitious project that occasionally wears both the best and worst aspects of its inspirations on its sleeve. Where it shines is in allowing players to make their own choices and learn from their own mistakes. It’s incredible fun to play in a world where the clock is ever-ticking, and the results of our actions and words have real consequences not just for us but for those around us.

SomGeek - Slovak - 95%

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a triumphant and uncompromising action RPG that brilliantly combines mature storytelling with ferocious vampire gameplay. The contrast between the human day and the monstrous night works flawlessly, while the breathtaking city of Svartrau will captivate you from the very first moment. If the developers manage to iron out the inconsistent optimization with a Day One patch, we have an undeniable Game of the Year contender on our hands.

The Beta Network - Anthony Culinas - 6 / 10

From key parts of the team that brought us The Witcher 3, The Blood of Dawnwalker turned out to be a disappointing letdown. Repetitive combat, forgettable quests and frequent crashes leave its promising vampire adventure feeling like a major missed opportunity.

The Nerd Stash - Julio La Pine - 9 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an excellent dark fantasy RPG that shines thanks to its strong sandbox elements. As a debut title, Rebel Wolves has done a terrific job of finally doing justice to vampires in video games.

The Outerhaven Productions - Jordan Andow - 4.5 / 5

The Blood of Dawnwalker is an excellent dark fantasy RPG that combines meaningful choices, a clever time-management system and satisfying combat with a world that constantly encourages another playthrough. Rebel Wolves wears its Witcher 3 influence proudly, but this is a game with a strong identity of its own.

TheGamer - Kaitlyn Peterson - 4 / 5

For a game I wasn’t entirely sure about at first, I’m happy to be walking away with a new addition to my lineup of favorite RPGs, and one that I’d love to see influence the genre.

TheSixthAxis - Gareth Chadwick - 8 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is excellent, if not quite successful in everything it tries. It's fun to teleport around in a cloud of smoke and bats or walk on ceilings, but the story is also fantastic. It's probably even darker and grimmer than you're expecting, and it gripped me throughout and was complimented by equally fascinating side quest stories that I had to choose between. If you like RPGs, vampires, or great stories, you won't want to miss The Blood of Dawnwalker.

Thumb Wars - Liam Magee - 4.5 / 5

While I played through The Blood of Dawnwalker, I had a fantastic time exploring the game’s open world as I fought the numerous monsters and humans in gruelling combat with fantastic abilities that look as cool as they feel. I was also able to enjoy the large story with its numerous consequences and choices that lasted the entire game. Although the gameplay is fun it can get repetitive doing the same side content, but it is very far and few between allowing a break between them.

Twisted Voxel - Salal Awan - 8 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker makes an impressive debut with compelling writing, meaningful day night mechanics, and versatile combat. Repetitive enemies, awkward traversal, and technical roughness undermine its ambitious open world, but Rebel Wolves establishes a promising foundation for the new IP.

Worth Playing - Chris "Atom" DeAngelus - 8.5 / 10

In a month packed with big-name releases, The Blood of Dawnwalker might be one of the best games of the bunch. It's a well-crafted adventure with an engaging story, an enjoyable world, interesting powers and a genuinely compelling approach to player choice. The time limit gives every decision weight. The open-ended storytelling makes exploration meaningful. The day/night system gives Coen two distinct ways to interact with the world. Most importantly, the game trusts you to make choices without constantly telling you whether you've made the "right" one.

XGN.nl - Luuc ten Velde - Dutch - 8.5 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a fantastic open world RPG with a sharply written story, great characters and meaningfull choices throughout. It wears it's Witcher 3 inspirations on it's sleeve, but isn't afraid to add some twists to keep it fresh.

Xbox Achievements - Richard Walker - 80%

It's clear from the off that there's a strong RPG pedigree at work in The Blood of Dawnwalker. The work of Rebel Wolves, a studio founded by forme...

Zoomg - Afshin Piroozi - Persian - 8.5 / 10

The Blood of Dawnwalker is the kind of ambitious RPG that invites you to lose yourself in its world, where your choices play a major role in shaping the story and allow you to experience it on your own terms. This freedom is the game’s biggest strength, while its deep RPG mechanics and engaging combat complement the experience nicely. Despite some shortcomings, Dawnwalker ultimately delivers a satisfying and memorable experience. With plenty of replay value and different paths to explore, it’s a game you can return to and experience in a whole new way. If you’re a fan of open-world RPGs with deep stories and meaningful choices, The Blood of Dawnwalker is a journey worth taking.

Game Title: Onimusha: Way of the Sword

Platforms:

• PC (Sep 4, 2026)
• PlayStation 5 (Sep 4, 2026)
• Xbox Series X/S (Sep 4, 2026)
• Nintendo Switch 2 (Sep 4, 2026)

Trailers:

• Onimusha Curious Cases: Shuten Doji
• Onimusha: Way of the Sword - 6th Trailer: The Challenges That Await
• Onimusha: Way of the Sword - The Legend of the Onimusha

Developer: Capcom

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 86 average - 94% recommended - 83 reviews

Critic Reviews

AltChar - Dina Husejnagić - 8 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword takes its time to show you what it does best, but once it does, there's a lot to love. Satisfying samurai combat, superb storytelling, and a beautifully grim world make this long-awaited action adventure a great title for newcomers and longtime fans alike.

Analog Stick Gaming - Jeff M Young - 9 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is some damn good fun, providing an action packed adventure I thoroughly enjoyed. Musashi's journey may obviously detour from his real life exploits, but the bond of strength he has with Ganryu makes for a compelling rivalry that sets this game apart from its peers. From compelling combat to a fantastic cast of characters and bosses, Way of the Sword was well worth the wait, and I can’t help but want more.

Bastidores - Matheus Fragata - Portuguese - 4 / 5

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a rare kind of comeback — deep, demanding combat wrapped around genuine charisma, honoring twenty years of legacy while welcoming newcomers with open arms.

But Why Tho? - Matt Sowinski - 8 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a great return for the franchise. Musashi is a fantastic new lead, with a supporting cast that shines.

CBR - Mark O'Callaghan - 9 / 10

Way of the Sword borrows just enough from that genre to feel current without losing its own identity, making it approachable even for players who normally avoid Soulslikes.

CGMagazine - Marcus Kenneth - 8 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a great modern entry into the long-running and long-dormant Capcom series. The combat and story are great, but open-world bloat makes this Capcom's most divisive release in years.

COGconnected - Stephan Adamus - 92 / 100

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is such a refreshing action game, with focus on its combat systems and cinematic narrative. In those respects, it sets a high standard for all other video games.

Cat with Monocle - Seth Hay - 5 / 5

Onimusha: Way of the Sword returns with a bloody new adventure that cuts deep with satisfying combat, a charismatic protagonist, and a supernatural world that’s claw-some from start to finish.

Console Creatures - Bobby Pashalidis - 8 / 10

As an Onimusha fan, this revival is excellent. The series isn't as big as some of Capcom's other series, but it is just as satisfying to sit down and play, and it's easily one of my favourite games of 2026. If you've played any of the other games recently, Way of the Sword modernizes every aspect of the series and elevates all the tenets the series is known for.

Cubed3 - Will Compton - 9 / 10

Monsters beware, Musashi is here! One of the best hack and slash titles to come out in some time, Onimusha: Way of the Sword is deliriously fun. When it’s all said and done, Kyoto might be under the scourge of the devilish Genma, but it’s an absolute blast getting lost in it.

Cultured Vultures - Ash Bates - 8 / 10

Some issues with repetition aside, Onimusha: Way of the Sword's phenomenal combat and compelling characters make this a worthwhile samurai romp.

DayOne - Jesse Norris - 8.5 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a brilliant reboot of the long-running franchise, with only a lack of enemy/boss variety holding it back from greatness.

Digital Chumps - Ben Sheene - 8 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword lives up to its name by providing intense, complex sword-based combat against a barrage of powerful bosses. But its exploration and side quests can frequently distract from the best parts of the game.

DualShockers - Christian Bognar - 8 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a great action game with exciting combat and some of the best bosses Capcom has ever created. With its cinematic presentation and challenging yet fair gameplay, each boss encounter feels like a genuine highlight and offers a memorable experience. Unfortunately, everything between those fights is just alright, with the game becoming repetitive due to recurring objectives and the frequent reuse of minibosses.

Eurogamer - Dom Peppiatt - 4 / 5

Though some of the connective tissue that binds Onimusha: Way of the Sword together is a bit weak, though some of the pacing and padding is a bit thin, Capcom has once again shown us it is a master of its craft here.

Forbes - Ollie Barder - 9 / 10

Overall, Onimusha: Way of the Sword may be the best game in the series and by quite a large margin. Definitely start out on Story difficulty to find your feet and get used to the game’s pacing of enemy attacks, but once you’re in the zone, it is a genuinely wonderful game from start to finish.

GAMINGbible - Richard Lee Breslin - 8 / 10

After more than 20 years of waiting, fans can finally return to this beloved samurai action series, and that patience has absolutely been rewarded. Onimusha: Way of the Sword delivers a modern take on the franchise without losing sight of what made the original games so special, making this one comeback that was well worth the wait.

GameRant - Joshua Duckworth - 7 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword's combat is as sharp as a katana, but unfortunately, that blade is uneven and dull elsewhere.

Gamers Heroes - Johnny Hurricane - 90 / 100

The way of the samurai shines bright in Onimusha: Way of the Sword, marking a triumphant return for Capcom's long-running action RPG series.

GamingBolt - Shubhankar Parijat - 8 / 10

Though fairly standard in some ways, at its core, Onimusha: Way of the Sword delivers incredible, best-in-class swordfighting combat, making for an overall package that is well worth the long time that series fans have been waiting for it.

Giant Bomb - Jan Ochoa - 4 / 5

Onimusha: Way of the Sword properly carries the mantle of the original games. Delivering exciting and satisfying combat swordplay in combination with an engaging story, Way of the Sword continues Capcom’s hot streak through 2026.

Glitched Africa - Marco Cocomello - 10 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a fantastic return for Capcom's classic samurai action series. Its brutal and satisfying combat, excellent pacing, strong writing, and cinematic presentation make it feel like a true Onimusha game, even after twenty years away. While some visual inconsistencies hold it back slightly, Way of the Sword is an excellent action game and a welcome reminder of why this series was so beloved.

IGN - Will Borger - 10 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an incredible action game with an excellent story to match.

Loot Level Chill - Chris White - 9.5 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword proves Capcom can't go wrong in 2026, offering combat that stands out with every swing of the blade and an fascinating characters.

MonsterVine - Spencer Legacy - 5 / 5

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is easily a contender for game of the year, as it blends merciless action with skill-based combat in a near-seamless way. The story and visuals complement the ridiculously sharp gameplay extremely well, and though the camera can be a little problematic on rare occasions, that shouldn’t stop you from experiencing Capcom’s latest banger.

Nexus Hub - Sam Aberdeen - 9 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is one of the best action games you'll play in 2026 - Capcom is once again at the top of its game with thrilling combat, boss fight spectacles, and a charismatic, endearing protagonist in Musashi.

Nintendo Life - Oliver Reynolds - 9 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a successful revival of Capcom's samurai franchise that pushes its gameplay in an exciting new direction while still retaining its core identity. The slower, more deliberate combat feels great, especially when you manage several deflections in quick succession before slicing your foe in half. Glorious.Not everything works. The English voiceover doesn't quite fit with the overall presentation, while occasional jaunts to and from multiple NPCs threaten to derail the otherwise excellent pacing. These are minor gripes, though; Onimusha is back, baby, and it's better than ever.

NintendoWorldReport - Willem Hilhorst - 9 / 10

I kept coming back for more battles and pushing myself to beat the bosses even though I fell over and over again. Onimusha has found its way of the sword by balancing on the edge of this phenomenally well crafted blade. It once again shows that Capcom remains on top of its game.

One More Game - Ricki Buzon - 9 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a triumphant return for the series, delivering a combat system that is both intricate, deliberate, and immensely satisfying, with extreme highs. Every duel demands precision, timing, and awareness, rewarding players who master its mechanics with exhilarating victories. Battles feel like true tests of skill rather than simple button‑mashing encounters, giving players a risk‑reward tension from the Issen counters to the tactical depth of stamina management and Blade Barrages.

PC Gamer - Wes Fenlon - 83 / 100

A sublime mix of classic Capcom action and weighty physical swordfighting. The only enemy it can't overcome is its own pacing.

PCMag Middle East - Ali El Sayed - 4 / 5

Way of the Sword brings Onimusha back with exceptional combat, but not quite the consistency to make its return truly great.

PPE.pl - Paweł Musiolik - Polish - 9.5 / 10

Young people sometimes use the term ‘bangier’. It suits Onimusha: Way of the Sword perfectly. It’s the very essence of a video game and exactly what I expect from this form of entertainment.

PlayStation Universe - James Davie - 9 / 10

The very identity of Onimusha is back in full force, so it's time to wipe the grit from your blade and assume the role of a legendary sword savant, comforted in the knowledge that you're in store for a spellbinding and endlessly rewarding samurai action adventure opus.

PowerUp! - Adam Mathew - 8.5 / 10

Capcom has modernised the formula without sanding off its personality, combining deliberate swordplay, grotesque demons, and a rather rollicking adventure marked with dark twists and turns. The end result is a bloody, stylish and surprisingly amusing-in-spots slasher that understands the appeal of cutting through Genma demons with increasing degrees of supernatural bullshit. It’s not trying to be Warlords again. It’s forging its own blade. And after nearly two decades of waiting, I’m more than happy to be storing it up on my katanakake with the older ones.

Press Start - Harry Kalogirou - 8 / 10

It's hard not to think about what Onimusha: Way of the Sword could've been in the context of prior entries - especially the first game. What is here, though, is still a thrilling action game (once it takes the training wheels off) with a loveable cast of characters and unique identity amongst CAPCOM's other goliath franchises.

Prima Games - Ali Hashmi - 8.5 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a fantastic revival the series has needed for a while. Its satisfying combat is the obvious highlight, with Issen, parries, deflects, and Oni abilities giving you plenty of ways to approach enemies and show off, while the excellent latter bosses constantly push you to master the core kit. Musashi is also a surprisingly likable protagonist, and I was genuinely impressed by how invested I became in the story and its side characters. The game does take a bit too long to properly challenge you, and its exploration is a bit unambitious, but these are relatively minor complaints. With fantastic animation work, a rewarding combat system, memorable bosses, and a surprisingly engaging story, Way of the Sword feels like exactly the kind of comeback Onimusha deserved.

ProGamers.life - Nelson Acosta - Spanish - 10 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is Capcom's best game of 2026—a title featuring cutting-edge visuals, a protagonist who ranks among the company's finest, and combat that will leave players jaw-dropped. A triumph.

Push Square - Robert Ramsey - 9 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an often outstanding action game that bears all the hallmarks of a modern Capcom masterpiece.Its combat is clearly the main draw and it's a superb system once it gets rolling. The boss fights in particular are some of the best you'll find on PS5. But even beyond the sword-swinging skirmishes, Way of the Sword impresses with great characters and eye-popping cutscenes. This is a fantastic revival of a franchise that's been sleeping for far too long.

RPG Site - Hayes Madsen - 9 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a stunning return for one of Capcom's most overlooked series, with a truly spectacular combat system and boss battles that constantly evoke the dynamic feeling of an action film.

RPGamer - Jordan McClain - 4 / 5

The biggest takeaway is the game’s riveting, intense, and masterful combat design, which ultimately defines the game and, to summarize what Takamura says to Musashi regarding part of his reasons for fighting: “it’s just damn fun.”

ReGame It - Taha Omar - Arabic - 8 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword returns after 20 years with an impressive boss-battling experience, featuring deep combat mechanics and cinematic encounters. While its story and exploration fall short of expectations, the game is still worth experiencing, especially for fans of sword-based combat, Souls-like games, and hack-and-slash titles.

Region Free - Joonatan Itkonen - 5 / 5

As rewarding as it is difficult, Onimusha isn’t just one of the best games of the year; it’s one of the best action games ever made.

SavePoint Gaming - Jake Su - 9.5 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a spectacular revival built around sublime, ever-evolving combat, striking Genma design and memorable boss battles. Repetitive side activities dull the blade slightly, but little else gets in Musashi’s way.

SmashPad - Michael Murphy - 4 / 5

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is the modern revival that fans have been waiting decades for. It exudes charm through its comedy and fantastic cast of characters, while delivering intense combat and swordplay. While the console version does have some issues with lighting outside of cutscenes, and its story and side content could’ve done a better job matching the spectacle that the combat brings, it makes for a fun and entertaining action title.

The Nerd Stash - Julio La Pine - 9.5 / 10

Capcom pushes all boundaries once again with Onimusha: Way of the Sword by delivering a compelling narrative alongside one of the most reactive and engaging combat systems in the genre.

TheGamer - Joshua Robertson - 4.5 / 5

Capcom’s willingness to return to old franchises is continuing to pay off, because Onimusha: Way of the Sword is yet another banger from a developer that just cannot stop winning.

TheSixthAxis - Nic Bunce - 8 / 10

After two decades, Onimusha Way of the Sword is a turning point for the franchise. It's a genuinely engaging and engrossing story that sets up for a sequel I'm already itching to play, but is unfortunately held back by a cloud of annoying - and avoidable - pitfalls.

Tom's Guide - Rory Mellon - 4 / 5

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a supremely satisfying samurai action game with some of the best video game boss battles this side of Sekiro. Pulling off perfect parries always feels great and makes the few flaws easy to overlook, like the wonky difficulty curve. Time-poor players will also appreciate the game's more approachable size. $69.99 at Amazon $69.99 at Amazon $69.99 at Walmart(Switch) Check Best Buy

Twisted Voxel - Salal Awan - 8.5 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword successfully modernises the series without losing its identity, pairing precise combat and satisfying Issen mechanics with strong historical fantasy storytelling. The semi-linear structure and mundane side activities occasionally disappoint, but polished presentation and rewarding mastery make this a confident revival.

Video Chums - A.J. Maciejewski - 8.5 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword's super-fun sword combat really packs a punch and is the star of the show along with the ridiculous game world and cast of characters that'll make things a lot more entertaining if they click with you. 👹

XGN.nl - Luuc ten Velde - Dutch - 8 / 10

Capcom is on a roll and continues to be so with a great revival of Onimusha. Way of the Sword feels great to play, the action is slick and tense, while the story is fun but a bit campy as well.

Xbox Achievements - Josh Wise - 75%

To what extent is Onimusha: Way of the Sword a reboot? In other words, what exactly has been booted out? The plot of the first game in Capcom's ser...

Zoomg - Afshin Piroozi - Persian - 8.5 / 10

Onimusha: Way of the Sword can be considered another success for Capcom in 2026. While Onimusha is a more niche series compared to franchises like Resident Evil or Devil May Cry, you don’t need any prior knowledge to enjoy its latest entry. If you’re a fan of action games, Way of the Sword has plenty to offer, from thrilling boss fights and a compelling story with an incredibly likable protagonist to its fascinating world.

Even after the credits roll, the game has enough replay value to make at least one more playthrough worthwhile. So if you’re an action game fan, don’t miss out on this Eastern epic, and treat yourself to an adventure worth experiencing.

In 2024, I sold my Xbox One S to buy the PS5 I bought in 2025. After a year of use, I'm not happy with either the console or the decision to remove the discs. That's why I'm going back to Xbox, do you recommend any Xbox games that are worth catching up on? Or what's interesting in the game pass?

Some of you may remember the original r/Xbox [Try & Keep] Looking for Best Gaming TV for Xbox? Try LG Micro RGB evo 100” TV post for the 100" LG Micro RGB. Due to availability in Canada, I ended up receiving the 86" model instead.

I have now had the TV set up and in use for about two weeks, so I wanted to share some of my initial impressions and the things that have stood out to me most so far. I am still planning a much more detailed review later this month, but this should give a good idea of my experience with it up to this point.

Setup and Size

At 86" this is by far the largest TV I have ever owned. I have traditionally used 65" TVs and I honestly underestimated how big the jump would feel. I used to be skeptical of anything much larger than 65" at 4K because of the lower pixel density, more visible aliasing and other image quality tradeoffs. Larger sizes can also sometimes come with their own compromises, such as reduced brightness or simply not getting quite the same panel performance as the smaller models.

After using this TV, I have completely changed my mind. The increase in immersion is massive, and I really don't think I would want to go back to 65" as my main TV. 75" would probably be my minimum going forward.

The TV weighs around 125 lbs so setup definitely required more care than usual. We used three people to safely unpack it, install the feet and move it into position. It wasn't overly difficult though, I just needed a few extra hands.

Xbox Gaming

I have mainly been using this display for the past 2 weeks with my Xbox Series X.

For context, I have owned an LG E7P, LG G2 and LG G4, so I have spent years gaming on high end LG OLED displays. Since moving to OLED I had honestly started to write off LCD as a technology. I always felt OLED was simply the better option and that even higher end LCD and Mini LED displays came with too many compromises. This TV has definitely changed my opinion on that.

I am going to save the full OLED vs Micro RGB comparison for the detailed review, but this is the first LCD display I have used that has made me feel like LCD can actually surpass OLED in certain areas while still retaining genuinely high-end picture quality.

The two things that immediately stand out to me are brightness and color volume.

For HDR I kept the setup simple. I used the default gaming picture preset, turned off additional tone mapping and enabled HGiG. Even with those basic settings, the 20% HDR window in the Xbox HDR Calibration app was reaching around 4,000 nits for both MaxTML and MaxFFTML.

Blinding is honestly the best way I can describe it.

On an 86" screen, that 20 percent window has roughly the same screen area as a 38"-39" display running full screen at 4,000 nits, and I genuinely found myself squinting when running the Xbox HDR test pattern. At night, both SDR & HDR scenes literally light up the entire room.

That brightness is also extremely useful during the day. My family room has a large window and skyline view, and this TV pushes through glare better than any TV I have owned. My newer OLEDs have been very good in bright rooms, but this is on another level. I can leave the blinds open and still comfortably see most of the picture.

In games, that brightness gives sunlight, headlights, reflections, explosions and other HDR highlights a lot more impact. That also seems to carry over into SDR. I don't have a meter to measure it, but subjectively even SDR can look extremely bright, somewhere in what feels like the 500-1000 nit range depending on the scene/content.

The other big standout has been color volume.

The Micro RGB has extremely wide Rec.2020 color coverage and the difference is noticeable to me in both HDR and SDR even without having another TV sitting beside it. Colors can look richer with more intense, reds, greens, blues etc. The TV also seems able to hold onto that saturation as scenes get extremely bright. Bright colors do not seem to "white wash out" nearly as quickly compared to WOLED, so things like neon signs, sunsets, fire, particle effects and highly saturated game environments can have a lot more depth and intensity.

It is not a night and day difference with every piece of content, and obviously the source material needs to be mastered in a way that actually takes advantage of the wider color capability. That said, I have still found the difference noticeable in normal everyday use with everyday content, all without needing a side by side comparison.

The best way I can describe it is that there are colors on this TV that I simply have never been able to see on any other display I've owned, and that is coming from someone who's only bought top of the line TVs.

For gaming features you also get 4K 120Hz, VRR, ALLM, FreeSync Premium, Dolby Vision gaming, Dolby Atmos and LG Game Optimizer. You can virtually max out almost all of the gaming features available on the Series X. The panel can go beyond 120Hz with compatible hardware, but of course the Series X tops out at 120Hz.

Initial Impression / TLDR

After two weeks, the combination of the 86" size, HDR brightness, color volume and 120Hz VRR gaming have made this feel very different from anything I have owned before. The size alone has completely changed my opinion on large TVs, while the brightness and color performance are clear high points to this display.

I will be doing a much deeper review later this month covering picture quality, HDR, local dimming, gaming performance, settings and a proper comparison with the LG OLEDs I have owned. If there is anything specific you want me to test with the Xbox Series X, or if you have any questions about the display, let me know and I will do my best to answer them.

Lastly, I want to thank the moderators over at r/Xbox as well as LG for giving me the opportunity to try out and review this TV.

Disclaimer: I received this TV for free from LG as part of [Try & Keep] Looking for Best Gaming TV for Xbox? Try LG Micro RGB evo 100” TV LG has asked me to share my experience, but all opinions here are my own.

I live in the Netherlands and it seems to be sold out pretty much everywhere here, but luckily Amazon UK still had some available for pre-order.

Got two, one to open and use, and one to keep sealed for the collection.

Anyone else in Europe managed to get one?

In a first-of-its kind premiere on Netflix, Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look topped the English film list with 31.1M views and hit No. 1 in 87 of the 93 countries tracked globally.

During the 2026 Coyote versus acme film during an info dump about the products that acme makes a quick flash of an acme branded controller was shown. I think it looks pretty cool. Do you think it'll be made available?