Nioh
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About Nioh
Nioh arrived on February 7, 2017 from Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo Games. This title launches on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 as a brutal adventure RPG set during Japan's Warring States Period. You play as William, a foreign swordsman navigating a land filled with Yokai demons. The game blends historical figures with supernatural horror to create a distinct setting. It is not a casual stroll through history but a violent struggle for survival against overwhelming odds. The story follows your character using his blade skills and tactical mind to endure an environment where every shadow hides a threat.
Gameplay
You spend your time managing health and Ki in real-time combat. Each fight requires you to switch between three stances to control your speed and power. You dodge, block, and perform stance-specific attacks to break enemy guards or kill them quickly. A key mechanic is the Stance system which forces you to adapt your strategy mid-battle. You can summon spirits, use magic spells, or throw shuriken to gain an edge. Multiplayer modes let you invade other worlds or team up for co-op missions. Every encounter demands precise timing and resource management because one mistake often means death.
What Players Think
Players and critics alike respect this title. Metacritic gives it 88 out of 100 while IGDB shows an average score of 83.6 based on 196 ratings. The community feels the difficulty is high, with many users reporting long average playtimes due to repeated boss attempts. Review snippets often mention the satisfaction of finally mastering a tough fight after dozens of failures. Community moods range from frustrated to triumphant as players push through the brutal encounters. Achievement hunters note that completing the game requires significant time investment and patience. The data shows a dedicated fanbase willing to grind for those final victories.
PlayPile's Take
Nioh costs money on PS3 and PS4 but offers hundreds of hours of content. This game is for players who want a challenge rather than an easy time. It features a robust achievement list that tracks your progress through the hardest fights. You will not finish this quickly if you play on higher difficulties. The price reflects the depth of mechanics and the sheer length of the campaign. Skip this if you need quick satisfaction but stay if you love mastering complex combat systems. The effort pays off with genuine victory moments when you finally beat a boss.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
83.6
RAWG Rating
3.8
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