When Does Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief Release?

Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief was highlighted at the NIS Showcase 2022. In this remastered version of the original PS2 release, players will follow the honorable thief Ebizo as he strives to redistribute wealth. Kamiwaza was released in 2006 for the PS2. But, this remaster will be the first time fans in North America and Europe will see an official release. It’s worth asking, on that note: when can fans jump into the fun?

When Does Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief Release?

It’s actually coming a lot sooner than you’d think! If you’re excited to start playing Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief, it releases in North America on October 11! Europe will get it a few days later, on October 14.

What is Kamiwaza?

Kamiwaza follows an honorable thief named Ebizo, whose first job goes horribly wrong. Left with few other options, Ebizo must flee from the scene with the sole survivor of the massacre, Suzuna. In his journey, he’ll encounter fellow thief Byakumon, his former mentor Ainosuke, and the immoral thieves known as the Silver Ravens. Kamiwaza was initially Japan-exclusive, but Way of the Thief will introduce Ebizo’s story to North America and Europe.

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Here is an official synopsis via the official Kamiwaza website:

“On the seedy streets of Mikado, only the tough survive. For one man, a heist gone wrong would change his life forever. During Ebizo’s first job, he and his mentor Ainosuke witness the other members of their crew, the Silver Ravens, murdering innocent civilians. Ainosuke then tells Ebizo to flee with the sole survivor of the incident, a child named Suzuna.”

Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief will launch on October 11 in North America for the PS4, Switch, and PC.