Miyamoto Musashi moves, skills and special abilities
Move & Ability Guide
Samurai wielding the Oni Gauntlet against the Genma in Kyoto.
12 ability entries3 Special Moves5 Additional Moves4 Special Ability
Control layouts: Inputs labeled with action names use your selected layout’s bindings. The checked PS5 demo labels refer to the Defensive layout; final-game and other-platform button assignments need confirmation. Timed attacks, stamina breaks and a full Reflex Gauge are different prerequisites.
Special Moves
3
Issen Counter
special move
Controls: Action names — use the bindings shown for your chosen layout
How it is used
Press Light Attack or Heavy Attack immediately before an enemy strike connects.
Powerful counterattack performed when the enemy is about to strike.
Tip: Requires precise offensive timing.
Command details & verification
Action sequence checked against the game-tip transcription from build 24769601. Action names are used because controller layouts differ; exact default platform buttons require additional confirmation.
Controls: Action names — use the bindings shown for your chosen layout
How it is used
Near an enemy whose stamina is depleted, press Light Attack or Heavy Attack for Break Issen.
Powerful execution opportunity after enemy stamina is depleted.
Tip: Use parries and deflections to create an opening.
Command details & verification
Action sequence checked against the game-tip transcription from build 24769601. Action names are used because controller layouts differ; exact default platform buttons require additional confirmation.
Controls: Action names — use the bindings shown for your chosen layout
How it is used
Fill the Reflex Gauge through Reflex Dodges; then press Light Attack or Heavy Attack for the Reflex Combo.
Powerful combination enabled after filling the Reflex Dodge gauge.
Tip: Build the gauge through continuous successful dodging.
Command details & verification
Action sequence checked against the game-tip transcription from build 24769601. Action names are used because controller layouts differ; exact default platform buttons require additional confirmation.
The published PS5 labels refer to the checked Defensive demo layout. Do not infer PC/Xbox or another layout from them; English and alternate-language Deflect documentation differ.
The published PS5 labels refer to the checked Defensive demo layout. Do not infer PC/Xbox or another layout from them; English and alternate-language Deflect documentation differ.
Precisely timed guard that staggers enemies and enhances sword attacks.
Tip: Time the guard as an enemy strike arrives.
Command details & verification
The published PS5 labels refer to the checked Defensive demo layout. Do not infer PC/Xbox or another layout from them; English and alternate-language Deflect documentation differ.
Deflects an enemy strike and reduces enemy stamina.
Tip: Use to pressure the enemy stamina gauge.
Command details & verification
The published PS5 labels refer to the checked Defensive demo layout. Do not infer PC/Xbox or another layout from them; English and alternate-language Deflect documentation differ.
Tip: Practice dodging against difficult enemy attacks.
Command details & verification
The published PS5 labels refer to the checked Defensive demo layout. Do not infer PC/Xbox or another layout from them; English and alternate-language Deflect documentation differ.
Controls: Action names — use the bindings shown for your chosen layout
How it is used
Hold the Soul Absorption action near released souls.
The Oni Gauntlet absorbs souls left by defeated enemies.
Tip: Collect souls to support Oni powers.
Command details & verification
Action sequence checked against the game-tip transcription from build 24769601. Action names are used because controller layouts differ; exact default platform buttons require additional confirmation.
Powerful attack using energy gathered by the Oni Gauntlet.
Tip: Use when sufficient soul energy is available.
Command details & verification
The published PS5 labels refer to the checked Defensive demo layout. Do not infer PC/Xbox or another layout from them; English and alternate-language Deflect documentation differ.
Controls: Action names — use the bindings shown for your chosen layout
How it is used
Press Heavy Attack + Dodge together for Oni Strength.
Oni power that breaks enemy defenses and assists exploration.
Tip: Use against obstacles or defenses requiring force.
Command details & verification
Action sequence checked against the game-tip transcription from build 24769601. Action names are used because controller layouts differ; exact default platform buttons require additional confirmation.
Controls: Action names — use the bindings shown for your chosen layout
How it is used
Near a supported wall, press Interact to use Oni Agility.
Oni power enabling rapid traversal, including running across certain walls.
Tip: Use to reach areas accessible through supernatural movement.
Command details & verification
Action sequence checked against the game-tip transcription from build 24769601. Action names are used because controller layouts differ; exact default platform buttons require additional confirmation.
