Capcom have announced plans to release Genma Onimusha for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft.
Scheduled to release in early 2002, Genma Onimusha is an enhanced version of the award-winning Onimusha Warlords that has sold more than 2 million units worldwide. The power of Xbox is utilized as Genma Onimusha displays more enemies simultaneously due to its powerful graphic capabilities, supports 5.1 Dolby Surround technology and more.
Other new features that enhance its critically acclaimed gameplay include a new attack system, new areas, visuals and costumes, and a new soul rope-pulling fighting system. Set in 16th century Japan, with battle scenes inspired by famed Japanese director, Akira Kurosawa, Onimusha introduces players to Samanosuke, a legendary samurai warrior faced with a quest of epic proportions.
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News source: CBS MarketWatch
Scheduled to release in early 2002, Genma Onimusha is an enhanced version of the award-winning Onimusha Warlords that has sold more than 2 million units worldwide. The power of Xbox is utilized as Genma Onimusha displays more enemies simultaneously due to its powerful graphic capabilities, supports 5.1 Dolby Surround technology and more.
Other new features that enhance its critically acclaimed gameplay include a new attack system, new areas, visuals and costumes, and a new soul rope-pulling fighting system. Set in 16th century Japan, with battle scenes inspired by famed Japanese director, Akira Kurosawa, Onimusha introduces players to Samanosuke, a legendary samurai warrior faced with a quest of epic proportions.
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News source: CBS MarketWatch
Genma Onimusha for Xbox boasts all-new features including:
Burst Attack -- This Xbox exclusive special charge attack allows players to execute a visually stunning super attack that is devastating to the undead soldiers of old-world Japan.This attack allows players to capture the souls of their opponent through charging the character's burst attack power.--
All-new areas and visuals -- Players will delight in the visual masterpiece that is the world of Onimusha as they are treated to all-new areas and cut-scenes.
Soul Rope-Pulling System -- Adding a completely new dimensionto game play, this Xbox exclusive fighting system allows players to battle with their opponent over souls that are released during battle. This action will make strategy and quick reflexes even more important to game play.
All-new enemies -- Genma Onimusha introduces three new unearthly creatures to the critically acclaimed world of Onimusha.
New Costumes -- The beautifully rendered detail of Samanosuke comes to life even more as players are given access to new costumes. Each costume possesses a unique design and immense detail.
New Enemy Power -- Enemies become more powerful as they are successful in stealing souls from Samanosuke. If Samanosuke is successful in defeating these enemies, they will drop more souls than a regular enemy.
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