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Nioh 3

Nioh 3

In the third 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 field.

78%
Mostly Positive
DeveloperKOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
PublisherKOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Release DateFeb 5, 2026
$69.99
Peak Players88.0K
Metacritic85
PlatformsWindows
Action
RPG
AI Review Summary

Nioh 3 receives a mixed reception, with many players praising its core gameplay as a strong evolution of the series, even after extensive demo play. However, the game is heavily criticized for its severe optimization and performance issues across various PC setups, significantly hindering the overall experience for many. The story and open-world design also draw some criticism.

Pros

  • The core gameplay is a strong evolution of the Nioh series.
  • The extensive demo experience was highly positive, indicating the game's fun factor.
  • The game maintains strong appeal for Nioh veterans who love the series.
  • Players appreciate the ability to decide their own difficulty.
  • It is accessible even for newcomers to the Nioh series.
  • The game offers substantial content.

Cons

  • The game suffers from severe optimization and performance issues, even on high-end PCs and with lowered settings, particularly for AMD graphics card users.
  • Visual performance is considered outdated, akin to a 2016 game.
  • The story is often described as worse than previous entries or confusing.
  • The open-world design is seen as detracting from the core formula rather than adding to it.
  • Some players find the game less enjoyable than Nioh 1 or 2, or that the combat becomes repetitive after about 20 hours.

Notable Mentions

  • The game's release was a surprise to many Nioh veterans who believed the series had concluded.
  • Many players spent significant time (10-25 hours) on the demo, indicating early engagement.
Confidence: 96%
Based on the 100 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Feb 20, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
6.3K
Peak · last 90 days
11.1K
All-time peak
88.0K

Price

Current price
$69.99
Lowest tracked
$44.79since Jan 3, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
53%
Last 30 days
47%
All-time positive
78%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews19.2K
Positive: 14.9K (78%)Negative: 4.2K (22%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

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Dev Response Rate

19h

Avg Playtime at Review

67%

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