Nioh 3 Announcement

Nioh 3 is set to release on PlayStation 5 and PC in 2026, and a demo is now available on PS5, offering a glimpse into its Sengoku setting and dark samurai action, courtesy of developer Team Ninja and publisher Koei Tecmo. The demo will be accessible until June 18.

Game Overview

The announcement of Nioh 3 was a pleasant surprise during Sony’s State of Play event, accompanied by a trailer showcasing large, demonic creatures and intense action scenes. Like its predecessors, Nioh 3 is a dark fantasy action RPG set in 15th-century Japan. The original Nioh was released in 2017, followed by its sequel in 2020, with several Dead or Alive installments released in between.

Gameplay Features

Nioh 3 introduces a new combat system, allowing players to switch between two distinct fighting styles: Samurai and Ninja. The Samurai style is similar to previous Nioh titles, focusing on close-range martial arts, while the Ninja style enables quick reactions, such as dodging and aerial moves. Players can change combat styles on the fly. The game also features an open world, referred to as an “open field” by Team Ninja, which allows for exploration.

Developer Statement

According to Team Ninja head Fumihiko Yasuda, in a statement on the PlayStation Blog, “Aside from the new battle styles, Nioh 3 also enables players to enjoy an open field that offers a new freedom of exploration to the unique tension and confrontations that have become a defining characteristic of the Nioh series. Experience unexpected encounters with formidable yokai, explore suspicious villages riddled in violent secrets, and take on the daunting challenges of The Crucible.”

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/nioh-3-is-heading-to-ps5-and-pc-in-2026-complete-with-two-distinct-combat-styles-222458806.html?src=rss