Nioh 3 News

Nioh 3 is the latest chapter in the dark fantasy action RPG series set against the turbulent Sengoku era. Discover the most recent updates and developments for the game!

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Nioh 3 News

2025

August 5

⚫︎ Koei Tecmo has released anonymized feedback from Nioh 3’s recent alpha test, showing that 91% of players had a positive experience, with 85% highlighting the game’s music and sound design as standout features.

The primary concern came from 15% of participants who felt the transition between Samurai and Ninja styles needed refinement. Despite the overwhelmingly positive response, the developer is rolling out multiple enhancements ahead of the game’s planned 2026 launch.

Read more: Nioh 3 promises tons of improvements despite 91% positive alpha demo (PCGamesN)

June 4

⚫︎ Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja surprise-released a demo for Nioh 3 during the June 2025 PlayStation State of Play. Set in Japan’s Sengoku period, this dark fantasy RPG follows a rising shogun as he battles supernatural threats, delivering fluid combat that seamlessly blends samurai swordsmanship, aerial acrobatics, and ninjutsu techniques. The full game is set to launch in early 2026.

Read more: Nioh 3 was announced at the PlayStation State of Play June 2025. (Game8)