Netflix ventures into a new video game adaptation as Anime. The beloved game series “Onimusha” has received a strong trailer.
There are some video game series that were quite enjoyed in childhood, but were rather “under the radar.” One of them is Onimusha, which especially owners of a PlayStation 2 can still remember. The games were released between 2001 and 2006 and were quite popular among fans.
Now Netflix has “revived” the franchise – with an anime adaptation.
What is Onimusha about? The basic story was quite simple across all 4 main Onimusha games and seems to be adopted in the anime as well. A great Japanese warlord is resurrected after his death and attempts to subdue all of Japan with an army of undead samurais.
What can be seen in the trailer? The trailer offers a first look at the world and animation style of Onimusha. It stays true to the samurai theme. A somewhat aged warrior named Miyamoto Musashi faces a superior force of soldiers and wins. He is assigned an important task that he must complete within 33 days – evidently a long journey during which he meets many other companions. However, the zombie samurais, who are always planning an attack, must not be missed.
Notably, the animation style is also present here. The series is not completely drawn but is obviously largely CGI, which is often seen as a thorn in the side. However, it seems to fit quite well with the style of the Onimusha world and the characters shown.
When will the series be released? The launch of the Onimusha anime is set for November 2, 2023 – so you only have to wait a few more weeks.
Whether Onimusha can join the “biggest” adaptations, such as Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, remains to be seen.
