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Onimusha 3: Demon Siege

by Capcom Production Studio 2 · published by Capcom

Released February 26, 2004 on PC and PlayStation 2.

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About Onimusha 3: Demon Siege

Onimusha 3 is the third game of the Onimusha series. The game retains elements from previous games in the franchise including the use of multiple special weapons in order to fight enemies and absorb their energy to enhance the weaponry. This time the player primarily controls both Samanosuke and Jacques in separate scenarios. The two are able to exchange items in order to solve puzzles. The development from this game started after the release of the PlayStation 2 which allowed the team to work on a 3D engine to design 3D backgrounds. In order to appeal to the Western market, the team set this game in Paris and chose French actor Jean Reno to portray Jacques. Onimusha 3 has been generally well received by publications for video games. Most of the writer's praise focused on the improved controls and the use of a 3D engine that allowed better combat and visuals, respectively. The game also generated good sales with over 1.5 million copies sold as of May 2008.

The story focuses on the returning hero, swordsman Hidemitsu Samanosuke Akechi, who is in his quest to defeat his nemesis, Nobunaga Oda, who wishes to conquer Japan with his army of demons known as Genma. However, Samanosuke changes places with a French officer from the future named Jacques Blanc, and both have to adapt to their new worlds to get rid of Nobunaga and the Genma.

Release dates by platform

PlayStation 2JPFebruary 26, 2004 · Out now
PlayStation 2NAApril 27, 2004 · Out now
PlayStation 2EUJuly 9, 2004 · Out now
PCAugust 22, 2007 · Out now

Reviews & players

Critic score823 reviews
Player score8381 ratings on IGDB

Onimusha 3: Demon Siege FAQ

When did Onimusha 3: Demon Siege come out?

Onimusha 3: Demon Siege was released on February 26, 2004 for PC and PlayStation 2.

Is Onimusha 3: Demon Siege on PlayStation 5?

No. Onimusha 3: Demon Siege has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC and PlayStation 2.

Is Onimusha 3: Demon Siege on Xbox Series X|S?

No. Onimusha 3: Demon Siege has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on PC and PlayStation 2.

Is Onimusha 3: Demon Siege on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Onimusha 3: Demon Siege has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC and PlayStation 2.

Who is making Onimusha 3: Demon Siege?

Onimusha 3: Demon Siege is developed by Capcom Production Studio 2 and published by Capcom.

Is Onimusha 3: Demon Siege multiplayer?

No. Onimusha 3: Demon Siege is single player only.

Is Onimusha 3: Demon Siege good?

Critics give Onimusha 3: Demon Siege an average score of 82/100 across 3 reviews.

Onimusha series

11 games in release order

Full timeline
  1. Onimusha: Warlords2001
  2. Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny2002
  3. Onimusha Tactics2003
  4. Onimusha: Blade Warriors2003
  5. Onimusha 3: Demon Siege2004
  6. Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams2006
  7. Onimusha Soul2012
  8. Onimusha: Warlords2019
  9. Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny2025
  10. Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams2026
  11. Onimusha: Way of the Sword2026

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