Nioh 3
In the latest game in the dark samurai action RPG series "Nioh," you will need to use both Samurai and Ninja combat styles in your battles against formidable yokai as you explore a thrilling open world.
What it feels like
A harsh, unflinching darkness defines the dark samurai setting, yokai encounters, and brutal combat. Formidable yokai enemies present an active, present threat that clearly intends the player harm. Successfully executing dodge rolls, combos, and combat flow produces kinetic rushes of mastery and momentum.
What it's about
A grim supernatural world of yokai, samurai, and Japanese folklore creates a dark, decayed fantasy atmosphere.
How it plays
Close-quarters samurai and ninja weapon combat against yokai is the foundational system driving moment-to-moment gameplay throughout. Deliberate stamina-gated melee with timing, spacing, and punishing enemy openings is the hallmark of the Nioh combat philosophy. Fast-paced melee against many yokai enemies with chained attacks and stylish execution is a major combat pillar.
How it looks and sounds
The samurai action-RPG is viewed over the shoulder or from behind, the canonical perspective for dodge rolling and melee combat. Third-person camera is the standard for action combat, though first-person elements may be used in specific contexts.
How it's structured
The description emphasizes exploring a thrilling open field, indicating non-linear exploration of a large continuous space. A complete single-player campaign is the core experience, with multiplayer as an optional component. Full-featured online co-op is a major multiplayer pillar throughout the campaign and endgame.
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