Onimusha - The Forgotten Game You Should Play

[@1wolfie1]

I truly do not understand how this franchise is being forgotten.

[@zeroattentiongaming820]

Well there hasn't been a game since the Ps2. Sad as it is, Onimusha hasn't been relevant for a very long time. Those who know never forgot, but there is a whole lot of gamers who never knew of it. Unlike the DMC HD Collection, I think Capcom really screwed up by only remastering Warlords. All 4 main games can be strongly argued to be the best entry for differing reasons but Warlords is by far the most dated to actually play. It feels older and clunkier even with the new controls. So plenty of people only got to be exposed to the most basic and dated version of this series when Capcom tried to revive it. They never got experience the sheer game changing bliss of the chain Issen which 2 introduced or the much smoother movement 3 and DOD featured with their embracing more standard controls. Warlords may have modern controls now, but it wasn't built for them like 3 and DOD were. Maybe things would've gone the same with a port of 3, but I'm certain IGN wouldn't have given the port a substantially lower score than the original version solely because it felt like a 20 year old game, which they considered enough of a "flaw" to consider the remaster worse than the original by some insane logic. Onimusha 3 is old, but it still feels smooth enough to avoid that kind of criticism. If Capcom were only going to remaster 1 game to try and revive the franchise, I think Warlords was a very bad choice, much as I love the game.

[@kimnorth7060]

Short answer money . People are happier to pay for the 100000nth street fighter over an onimusha game

[@LupineShadowOmega]

@@kimnorth7060 Not nessicarily true as there are rights issues around Takeshi Kaneshiro's likeness, never mind that Capcom can be petty when it comes to the creations of people that leave the company. Also Capcom as a company is notoriously superstitious. If something didn't work once or flops once, they aren't likely to give it another shot. And like tons of game companies, they often have the wrong take away from said failures.

[@kimnorth7060]

@@LupineShadowOmega that actor was only in the second game and his face never appeared again , they reverted back to Jubei. The franchise was a success - at least to my knowledge the first three games were . But probably nothing in comparison to say the resident evil series of street fighter which are less risk and higher revenue arguably

[@LupineShadowOmega]

@@kimnorth7060 That is incorrect. Jubei was only in the second game. And even then Jubei's likeness is that of Yūsaku Matsuda, so not exactly solving the puzzle of likeness rights. Takeshi Kaneshiro was Samanosuke in 1&3 respectively. As for the franchise being a success, the last one was not. Onimusha Dawn of Dreams was a flop and one Capcom definitely remembers to this day. Likewise, as they've done in the past, the HD re-release of Warlords was supposed to gauge fan reactions to the idea of the series return, but like I pointed out before, Capcom takes the wrong lessons from something like that not doing particularly well. Just like they did from Darkstalkers, which the re-release did pretty well so far as anyone can tell and yet here we are with no New Darkstalkers and the cycle probably getting ready to repeat itself with Rival Schools after Akira's presence in SFV. Like I said before. They are harshly superstitious and risk averse.

[@Everythingwillsurelybealright]

Oh hell yes I LOVED Onimusha 3 as a kid. I'd never heard of the series at all at the time and had an absolutely blast. Sadly I never managed to find any other games in the series after that, so I'm absolutely thrilled to get such a comprehensive breakdown all these years later. It really sounds like they'll never revisit this series again, but we'll always have that car ride.

[@Eldoktordoomz]

This has turned into one of my fav channels so quickly it’s ridiculous.

[@openeyz]

This game was 🔥🔥🔥🔥. I have vivid memories of playing this game. When you updated your weapons, oh what a rush.

[@dredgengam4610]

This series was from my childhood. I haven't messed around with it since I lost my disks on ps2. But after playing and beating 2 and remembering some of Demon siege (the 3rd one) I got warlords on ps4 and started playing yesterday. The gameplay loop was so nostalgic. And I had so much fun for 4 straight hours till I had to go to work. The only part I didn't like was the puzzle gauntlet. I beat everything, but the water puzzle got frustrating (only part of the gauntlet I hated.. Timed puzzles...So I looked it up after retrying like 4 times and not being able to skip cutscenes). I'll save this video until I beat the game and then come back. We need an Onimusha HD collection for all the ports. PC/Xbox/PlayStation, you name it.... Everyone needs a chance to play this series

[@TheAgentmigs]

Onimusha - Demon Siege's intro was absolutely legendary.

[@landar486_TV]

Giving a like because: You put out amazing work. You are such a refreshing person to listen to. You always come prepared & very thorough. ...and I want my hypothetical pets to live. I'm glad to support this content.

[@ProperBird]

The hypothetical pets are safe and thank you! 😂

[@Frenchfraeis]

I wasn't even finished thinking "But I don't even have a pet" and already I was given a hypothetical scenario in which I had a pet, darn it. But true, the videos are great!

[@TheBrotherGrim]

Oh wow Onimusha was huge in my little stoner friend group, where "Tenchu" ended up becoming a verb for doing something super ninja awesome because of how much we all loved that game too. I remember being so elated to be the first of the group to make it through the Dark Realm. So many good times sitting around all super toasted with everyone and going nuts on Omnimusha, or doing basement tournaments of Street Fighter Alpha 3, Marvel vs SNK, or Dead or Alive. Onimusha was just soooo much fun back then.

[@Lugent25]

Melania: I am Melania blade of Miquella! Gogandantess: My name is Gogandantess The greatest Swordsman of all the Demons! These two would make either a good team or a good fight! Great Video!

[@panchopal3426]

Wow this is an impressive video. Very thorough and engaging, especially after many years that I last played this series.

[@TheVileOne]

Thank you Proper Bird! Onimusha series is one of my favorites. Thank you for revisiting this classic!

[@ProperBird]

You're very welcome!

[@marym6021]

a comment, and this video was so good! the use of the shark onesie was inspired. 11/10

[@keil764]

I haven't played it in 16 years, but I have very fond memories of Dawn of Dreams. I played all the main line titles ( and even tried out the side games) but there was someone about DoD that really stuck out to me from back then until now

[@BigHeadClan]

OniMusha was a fantastic series and some really great music. Was listening to some of it on my way to work today in fact.

[@adrianmartinez9406]

I loved these games. I loved the partners in 2. Onimusha 3 had the best opening of any game for the time. Still great to this day

[@CyborgNinja442]

I still remember the Onimusha 3 opening like the back of my hand. Well over 10 years later and the opening still hasn't really been beaten, it's Old-school "single pre-rendered CGI cutscene before the game starts" type of thing, and I love it. EDIT: It's been closer to 20 years since Onimusha 3, goddamn I'm old.

[@JMrealgamer]

I never forgot this masterpiece. I’m waiting for them to rerelease 2 3 and 4. They already rereleased 1. Devil May Cry and RE got all of Capcom’s love.

[@nickdaulton7340]

Who is this person with a good sense of humor, concise delivery of narration, and is speaking about ONIMUSHA?!? Subscribed.

[@TheEclecticSkeptic]

I appreciate the work that goes into making these types of videos. Not just the length but the quality.

[@captaindanverz3520]

I must comment and protect Bagel! Thank you for another amazing video, I promise I've only watched it 5 times now.

[@ProperBird]

ONLY 5? 😂

[@mog-myownbestfriend]

Criminally short loop of Nyan Reno

[@jarodhensel107]

This was one of my favorite series as a kid, and I was excited when I saw you were making a comprehensive video on it, considering I wasn’t sure how many other people actually played them.

[@ryo-kai8587]

I sat down tentatively to a nearly 2 hour video about a nostalgic franchise, and I ended up watching and enjoying the entire thing. It's not only nostalgia-your humor, wit, timing and editing made for a truly entertaining experience! *(cut to manic face punching)* I also appreciate the mention and brief praise of Nioh. The second title hooked me with some of the best action RPG combat in existence, and I've also referenced Onimusha as a precursor.

[@sevenheavenhavengaming]

I'm glad the Onimusha franchise is still getting some love with videos like this one. I'm glad that you cover each game in the series! It's one of my favorite Capcom franchises! I think it's underrated and not getting enough love. I have always hoped for another new Onimusha game after Dawn of Dreams with graphics similar to the modern Resident Evil Remake games with the RE Engine. I can only hope but I believe Capcom has put this franchise in their basement collecting dust and forgotten. Makes me sad.

[@JJose13]

I would be happy if the whole franchise get simply a new remastered release as the original game received.

[@sevenheavenhavengaming]

@@JJose13 Capcom needs to stop messing around and make it happen!

[@sparrowsanzo]

Actually, there is a way to heal faster. While standing still with the White Necklace in 2 and Ako’s White Vest in 3, rotate the right snaking stick clockwise over and over until you are fully healed. I actually discovered this long after playing 2 the first time.

[@MRx36000]

Only ever played Onimusha 3, and I still remember that opening! So iconic. Great to see how the entire story developed, and how messy it all was >.>

[@Nhileishere]

Your hilarious Vampyr review brought me in a few months ago! Glad you covered this series, wish it got brought to life again it was a great part of my childhood. I don’t know, no other series conveys the atmosphere and amazing soundtrack onimusha has.

[@TypicallyUniqueOfficial]

Onimusha is one of my childhood games. I love all of them, and I hope one day Capcom considers releasing a new one.

[@grimnir7749]

I think the reason why this IP, and all other IP of this kind, isn't getting the attention we gamers want (or is getting produced anymore) is because there is a stop gap at the top of these companies that control everything. Ever since the shifting to a very profit-centric mindset, the focus has become more for the bottom line than to create art. If something doesn't make "All the money" then the IP won't be mentioned at all at the table. Capcom despite having a fairly good track record of releasing games today, is very much in that mindset. Long story short: MONEY! Because at this point in time, going back and doing or continuing the Onimusha series is a lot like making a new IP. A new IP that is not assured of profit in the minds of these so-called 'heads of gaming'. Meaning the CEOs who has the final say on what to make. Monster Hunter has a lot of data backing it for profit so they poured money into it and sure enough, it made bank! Resident Evil is a very strong IP under their belt, is a no-brainer, RE4, RE5 and even RE6 continues to make money fo them....What I'm trying to say is, Onimusha and DIno Crisis is so old to them, they might as well be new IPs to them, they're not confident it would make any returns at all so they would just sit on it, perculating or something. That or anything Inafune touched is allergy or something :D

[@PunchFaceChamp9]

Onimusha is one of those titles I read the name of a thousand times as a kid, and only saw screenshots in magazines. I've already heard you say it out loud a dozen times, and shown me the game in motion for the first time! Subscribed! 🙂

[@KrisVic91]

I miss PS2, I miss simpler days. Even now I only have a xbox360 but I may go back to ps2, I missed so many games, including these. This was excellent watch, thank you. And thank you for adding subtitles. I'm not deaf, but I always like to see it optional.

[@FernandoMBlake]

I'm greateful I stumbled on your channel. This is by far the best onimusha series video I've seen.

[@KeelanJon]

This was an amazing game, and I forgot how much I loved it until this video showed up on my feed. One of those hidden gems of that generation.

[@ProperBird]

I replayed Warlords fairly often as a kid, still one of my favourites. ❤

[@devingunnels3251]

I can't believe they really got Jean Reno

[@haedayuki2256]

6:33 Onimusha 2 village theme ♥️

[@ProperBird]

It was one of my favourite themes in the series. ❤

[@kimnorth7060]

I am building a game of my own and was inspired by this one, it’s one of the few games I can play over and over and not get bored of it whereas most modern games I just give up from boredom

[@jason198146]

Awesome vid! Always love to see support for Onimusha 3 😁

[@saturnscore3059]

Another fun and informative video as always. I definitely remember having fun with this game. I actually have a obunaga action figure from this game. Such a classic

[@DynamiteGazelle]

Random comment, but “ji” means “temple” in Japanese. So saying “Honnoji Temple” is kind of like saying “ATM machine” in that way. Although “-ji” is technically also part of the name of the place as well, in the same way we use harbor or street or river in English location names. Basically what I’m trying to say is it was 2 different translation teams who made 2 different choices, but both are technically correct!

[@ProperBird]

I didn't know that, thank you!

[@Anubis_Moon]

Saharah Desert

[@MC_DesmondSparrs]

Im SOO happy youtubes random algorithm reminded me of your fantastic videos and humor !

[@ragestreet]

Well this is a video i was not expecting but hot damn I'm very excited to hear you talk about one of my fav PS2 serieses!

[@Scorpiofrfr]

This sounds like Feudal Japan Devil May Cry.

[@funkitall]

lol the opening is beautiful, not as much as your character for i love your personality while in your happy descriptive mode. well rounded knowledge of story/history/mythology brings it all together. i would love to read the pre manuscripts. (ty) for all your effort and hope you enjoyed producing these delightful videos as i did listening and watching it.

[@Wildfire667]

First of all, I love your stuff, I can’t imagine how much work these videos take but they are awesome, this one being tons of fun and a real walk down memory lane for me. Shame it’s such a pain to play these games today.

[@ProperBird]

I would honestly have bought a full Onimusha collection in a heartbeat had they released one.

[@Wildfire667]

@@ProperBird I absolutely agree!

[@YumLemmingKebabs]

Sorry for taking so long to get around to watching this. I guess it's good timing for me to finally get around to it with the announcement of the anime. I think I played the first game a long while after it came out, but never got into the other ones. I guess I missed out. I wonder what they'll do with the anime considering they already seem to be using a totally different protagonist.

[@AnshulSood]

Was recommended your final fantasy x/x-2 video by KZbin and found this gem from your profile. You made me remember the good times I had with this series and made me want to play and finish the series again.

[@Senseitional_comics]

Another good video on a game series that is vastly under appreciated

[@katsujinken10]

Very thorough. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@danirouge2045]

This was another lovely video. I'm thankful for all the time and effort you put into these video. This was really interesting and captivating cause as soon as I started the video I couldn't really find myself looking away. So, thank you for making such great videos. Also please don't take away my pets, especially not my future dog, Cerberus ;-;

[@ProperBird]

The pets are safe, Cerberus will remain guarding your doorsteps. 😌

[@RockRock129]

Onimusha made part of my childhood and it was the spark that has led me to study Japanese culture/history/myths and, of course, being a very strange child that wanted to be a samurai. Thank you very much for this content in that level of detail.

[@shadowkickftw3513]

Not sure what to do with myself now that this video exists…but I loved it! As far as a sequel goes, I’d like your idea of a darker tone, but I also want the allies/gifts from O2, a lot of Oni Weapons to choose from and upgrade, and some sort of homages to previous protagonists (i.e. weapons/skins/lore). I also bought and played the remaster immediately, hoping to add my enthusiasm and money, and to show Capcom that people were still interested in the series. If we can’t get any new games, I’d be happy with a remastered collection. I’d even pay full price for it. This video was such a treat, as was your presentation. Thanks for all your hard work, your enthusiasm, and for the responsibility you’ve placed on yourself to tell these stories. -Paul

[@ProperBird]

I would definitely love to see some sort of ally system make a return if they ever pick this up again!

[@arsalansyed123]

Awesome vid. Bought Onimusha Warlords on Steam the day it became available for pre-order. I really hope that we get remaster versions for 2 and 3 as well. I just love this series so much.

[@cristiderreve8235]

Very happy to have found this channel, freaking amazing content!

[@Isaac-ce6st]

Thanks for the in depth take on a beloved game of mine growing up. I’m with you 110% on the disappointment in the remastered version of onimusha warlords and its neglect of the Genma version I loved the horror element of the doll popping up unexpectedly in areas that you would think were safe and the tug of war made you have to decide whether to take damage to get that soul or risk your opponent getting a buff. Really hope to see this game get a true remake with the new RE engine and go back to its roots.

[@blonglor5114]

Thanks for giving this game the love it deserves!!!

[@Itstwistedroots]

I love this channel. Thank you for all of the hard work you put into your content! I look forward to the next tale.

[@stevenvandoren3390]

Always happy to see your videos

[@alanregalado6268]

Thank you, this was an amazing video. I own every game, that came out on PS2 and tactics. I loved the series, even with all of it's flaws. I would love for a new onimusha and it being more horror sounds like a great idea, especially if it runs on the RE engine. I hated the Capcom that was during the PS3/360 era, but the one we have now during the PS5 /series X is awesome and it gives me hope that they might bring back onimusha.

[@003SONE]

Great video! I love the Onimusha Series and I was so excited when they remastered it. I bought the limited Japanese edition and the digital one. I never finished Dawn of Dreams as it was too hard for me at the time. I really want all of the remastered but that probably won't happen 😕

[@Mike0oo0]

Stellar Video again, love your Style of storytelling and the little Skits ofc. 😄 Even though I never really was into these games it totally was worth watching, so thank you!

[@lifeonleo1074]

Great video. Totally enjoyed this.

[@RagnothRebirth]

I've sent a couple of comments but they may be getting marked as spam due to the links I included. A great comprehensive review of the onimusha series. I appreciate you making it with the incredible amount of effort you put in. It was sad seeing the amount of bad writing that is in the series. I wasn't aware of most of it growing up playing them. But as you conveyed the point was that it was meant to be simple and fun. The only thing I should point out is the 2020 release of the pachinko game that came out after your recounted timeline. It's only worth mentioning because of it's up to date graphics (this is where the links were meant to come in of shaky camera footage etc.) Its 1 of about 4ish titles. Well done on the video anyways. It will be a gem for the onimusha fan community. Subscribed.

[@ProperBird]

I honestly don't consider Pachinko machines games (though I'm a little biased because I really hate those ridiculous gambling machines) but I didn't know an Onimusha version existed either!

[@RagnothRebirth]

I definitely see what you mean. Pachinko and the concept of a game are only loosely related if at all. I only looked in to pachinko because of onimusha. I thought I'd share it still though seeing that the knowledge of it outside of Japan is non-existent. I only found out because I happened to be in japan at the time. Thanks for your reply anyhow!

[@nbleys5696]

@Proper Bird, A pleasure to hear you talk about a game series I've been fond of for years! In my opinion a highly under rated franchise that deserves to come back. BTW I really enjoyed your video on Geralt vs Elric that was brilliant 👏

[@edwardguidry2602]

Thank you, you were very fun to watch.

[@greystone40]

Not usually a fan of long videos but since the subject matter was on a game series I truly love I really enjoyed this video and you kept it highly informative and very funny! Fun fact: There were talks of doing a live action movie based on Dawn of dreams with Heath Ledger reportedly playing the character Roberto but due to him passing away they shelved it. Would have loved to have seen that!

[@ProperBird]

That was the reason? That's heartbreaking. :(

[@OfficialBioDevil]

I'm so glad more people are talking about Onimusha because Capcom needs to see that we want the series to return.

[@OfficialBioDevil]

Side note I almost forgot to mention this. While certain people would have us believe the franchise has been "shelved again" it doesn't match up with what Capcom's official Onimusha Twitter has posted such as celebrating the series 20th anniversary, asking for continued fan support and also claiming that the remaster has sold at least 2 million units worldwide (though this last bit is odd because the Capcom platinum title list didn't even show the remaster on the list in any recent update). I personally believe that they just do not consider the series a priority but that we will eventually see 2, 3 and Dawn of Dreams being remastered. Also I suspect that one of the reasons why Dawn of Dreams didn't sell well is because they decided not to make it a multiplat release and delay it to have it be on PS3 and 360 similarly to Devil May Cry 4.

[@scarlet__eye9489]

I remember being so excited for O3 and my mind being blown when I saw Jean Reno in the trailer. Happily paid for the ps4 remaster of this one and completed it several times. I'm still sad this excellent series has been forgotten, I grew up with it!

[@darkrulerbob]

i actually really liked dawn of souls. it was great

[@PicoHobbies]

Nice Onimusha History Review , I can’t wait Onimusha New Work and do not lose hope onimusha…….

[@oneofnone7947]

Love your videos all happy to see a new one so glad ragnorox had you in that video I brought me her to the only person who talks about shadow hearts

[@zeroattentiongaming820]

I will have you know that I did not forget Onimusha and have owned Warlords on 3 different platforms. Even paid $50 for a new sealed copy of Demon Seige last summer when I couldn't find mine. Also got the PC port for $5 if the HD mod for it ever gets finished. Nonetheless I will gladly watch this video because this series needs more attention. I don't dare dream of an Onimusha 5, but maybe we can get Samurai's Destiny, Demon Seige and Dawn of Dreams some modern ports if we don't shut up about them. Come on Capcom, you know you want to sell us three games we already own. When Samurai's Destiny with non tank controls at least? They don't bother me but it's the only game that forces you to use them now, making it the least friendly to newcomers. Give Jubei and the gang some love Capcom.

[@AndrewD8Red]

There you go again, making me give a damn about a game I've never had any interest in playing. You break down these stories so damn compellingly. Bravo, you magician of words. PS. Are my cats really my cats or are they implanted memories...? 🐱🤔

[@ProperBird]

Doesn't matter, you have cats now. 😸

[@AndrewD8Red]

@@ProperBird And I would die to protect my fluffy babies!!!

[@billberndtson]

Linguimancy? Oratomancy? Narratomancy? Idk.

[@ducky36F]

She knows how to make the deep cuts sound interesting doesn’t she 😂

[@AndrewD8Red]

@@billberndtson I was thinking like a version of the Vampiric Discipline Presence or Dominate, but I like your versions better.

[@nuttyjawa]

Great video as always, the amount of time you must put in to play all the games!

[@qixqi13]

Best instant noodle in the video! great video btw

[@ProperBird]

It was their favourite flavour. 😌

[@thegreenjackal]

Samurai destiny was among the first games i ever played. I only really remembered that thanks to your video so thank you. Also, this video is really good but that should go without saying.

[@KobytheHero]

I love Dawn of Dreams, I'm sure it was just the time in which I played it, but I sunk so many hours in and I'd love a rerelease of some kind.

[@TetsuoIronMan]

I was so incredibly bummed to hear the remaster sold under predictions and there will be no more remasters. I beat the first three, and absolutely loved them when I was younger.

[@theabeasty]

Well done on the video!

[@Magnamaster]

I literally just watched your entire Witcher fact series lol at 1 in the morning and I've notice one thing my gods your asbeautiful as ciri 😅 please make a story novel of you talking lol cause I could listen to you talk for years also the fact u love onimusha makes me hype

[@Moricant]

Great video - I feel like I was always aware of the series but never got around to playing it as it was I time when I was pretty much PC only.

[@ProperBird]

I think that's a lot of people honestly, you hear the names sometimes but that's about it.

[@stasiuk13]

YT won't be able to kill off the mighty and smoll hammer wielding hamster with a green sword! Anyway thank you so much for putting out yet another neatly delivered story I havn't heard before but now being highly intrigued

[@ProperBird]

A Hammer Hamster, if you will. 😎

[@Undivided-X]

OMG The Dutch Destroyer is back! And with a 2 hour special!

[@saimori7372]

I like your sense of humour, so I like and subscribe, but mainly because I want my pet to keep breathing.

[@SassyScentsTM]

What an excellent review of all these games. I loved the original game and Demon Siege, and I agree that a return to horror would be amazing. Imagine RE4 Remake graphics and camera angle, and you're a young Samurai investigating murders and disappearances of your clan. Your search leads you to a rumored demon temple on an island off the coast. There you must venture into the dark forest and confront the undead warriors that went to the island searching for power and treasures, while also needing to fend off the innocents that were murdered and reanimated with demon blood; good people trapped in their own bodies, in a loop of permanent agony. As you continue to explore, you find a seemingly abandoned temple filled with traps, a seaside village with ocean creatures and other wildlife that have succumb to the demon curse. Then you find ancient caves where slave masters forced people to mine for precious metals, and also where an ancient demon gate was uncovered, driving most of the slaves and slave masters insane, and so they built an underground village to honor the demon lords. Eventually, you find a gateway that can take you to an Oni realm where you would discover the source of the demon infection, but your character's bravery, spiritual fortitude, and cunning allows him to complete the work that some of the slaves and criminals had started to try and stop the demon takeover of the island; a holy device built using blessed ores and materials. The completion of this device attracts Ancient Warrior Spirits that originally closed the gateway to the Oni Realm and they grant you power and invulnerability to the demon curse, allowing you to go into the Oni Realm, and only then do we get an idea of who was behind the violent history of the demon island (I don't know yet, this is off the cuff). That's when the action amps up, the weapons become bigger and more magical, the level design turns into a fantasy horror, the enemies become nightmarish and grotesque. Essentially 2/3rds of the game would be straight up survival horror, but the last chunk would be closer to the late game content of the original Onimusha, providing a solid contrast to the dark, terrifying, and vulnerable trek through the island and all of it's horrific history and death traps. I'd be pretty down for something like this, especially if there could be some kind of logical connection to Samanosuke and his story (or it can just be in the same universe, but happening before, during or after the events of Onimusha). Thanks for the walk down memory lane and for rekindling my love for this series. I'm gonna go beat the Onimusha remaster now.

[@eggroll20xd6]

This was a very good, in-depth look at one of my favorite series from the early 2000s. All the praise and criticism you shared, I echo as well. I indeed found Dawn of Dreams too grindy, thus, I never finished it. If the series did come back, I would hope Capcom put some serious thought into it and not just look for a quick sale. That said, I almost feel like Monster Hunter is what killed this series as it kind of hits all the notes you have for the Onimusha series. It is a series I am trying to get into, but haven't dipped my toe in much. Again, great video and I hope to check out more on your channel in the future.

[@beanvan99]

This game is my childhood onimusha 1-3 even onimusha blade warriors! Dawn of dreams was aight! Still played it 😂

[@jonaswest6993]

Now I won't blame you... it's never stated..but if you "twirl" the left stick you regenerate health twice as fast. Works in 2 and 3 with these Regen items. Obviously an amazing deep dive review of the whole series you no doubt worked very hard on!

[@ProperBird]

I know about the twirl but I don't think it's something I can include if the game doesn't actually tell you at all.

[@jonaswest6993]

@@ProperBird Can't even blame you, there are too many obscure mechanics in all four games that not a lot of people got super invested in to find. Demon Siege especially with 5 secret unlockable modes, special more powerful Issues I never managed to pull off, even all through Issen only difficulty

[@scarvello]

Onimusha was my favorite game growing it was the first ps2 game I got for Christmas. Funny thing is I just beat the remaster a few days ago. I hope this series comes back.

[@zombiefriend]

Don't think I don't notice you using Onimusha 2 music as the background music. That means we better get a whole series for all the Onimusha games! Glad this one finally came out. I was really looking forward to it. Edit: nevermind! This is the whole series! You already knew what I wanted before I said anything. Thank you for being so considerate.

[@ProperBird]

It just made more sense to talk about everything at once. 😂

[@laviniasnow4494]

Never heard of this game until you told us about it in this video. 🙂

[@Ytnzy250]

I enjoyed Onimusha, adored the sequel & was impressed with the 3rd. Dawn of dreams (4th) drained my soul as being from Europe i only now understand why i struggled so much. Great content here, i've knocked & subbed, can I come in? 😁

[@reaverofjillsandwiches]

I love the Onimuaha games. They're that pleasant blend between hack and slash and classic Resident Evil.

[@dieselshot9768]

New bird video let's goooo!

[@cord113]

The first place I ever came across the name "Nobunaga" was a game on the Mega CD called "Robo Aleste". Minor spoilers here for the 30 year old game, but he's your Lord and you get all the way to the end of the game before finally finding out that he's basically the Devil and that you've been unknowingly wiping out the Forces of Light. That was the first game I ever played were I got to the end without knowing I was actually playing the bad guy. The next place was the Onimusha series. After that it was Devil Kings on the PS2, a hack and slash game where he plays the title character. I'm really curious how the real man would feel about how he's remembered in video games. :)

[@Hugo_Tate]

KZbin did in fact plant a pet and false memories and did in fact take him away for not liking the video at first…so here I am again…leaving a like. Now give back Pebbles!

[@ProperBird]

Pebbles will be returned unharmed 😌

[@Hugo_Tate]

@@ProperBird thank you 😭😭😭😭

[@Shatterglass23]

You're BRILLIANT. Subscribed😊

[@ProperBird]

Thank you! ☺

[@greatrulo]

Leaving a comment so KZbin doesn't take my pets away, well played ProperBird.

[@alexandrapaiva3700]

Underrated channel

[@ProperBird]

❤

[@retroonlinemultiplayer9196]

This game is basically Samurai Resident evil. Loved it.

[@mikeleaf952]

Still have Onimusha Warlords, Onimusha 2 and Onimusha 3 for the ps2. I unlocked ultimate mode on them too which is a great way to replay knowing you can destroy everything in your path with the Bishamon Sword, Rekka-Ken or Ultimate Whip. Really wish this could be turned into a netflix series or a series of movies. Could be pretty damn awesome.

[@MysteriousCup]

Listen this game IMO is capcoms bread and butter and I was sad to find out there was no plan to remaster the rest of the games like I just know if they remade the games like they did the RE games it would do great and possibly surpass or compete with RE remake sales. I remember playing them all on ps2 back in the day and when I got bored I’d pop in GameShark or the ps2 counterpart and had so much more fun with it using cheats. I’m glad you made this video 😭 so many good memories brought back.