Nioh 2: The First Samurai

 PlayStation 4
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 46 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 46
  3. Negative: 8 out of 46

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  1. ascjneto
    Jan 1, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The 3 dlc is a mixed bag, while it brings some new levels and enemies which are great, it is full of fillers, more than in previous dlcs. Some side missions are really boring, totally missible. Also fighting a KNOWN boss multiple times in the main story is a let down. Another issue is the bosse's hp , being at much higher level than required with weapon divine at +4 or more took infinite to finish the fight.… Expand

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Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. TierraGamer
    Mar 5, 2021
    70
    Nioh 2 is already a remarkable game, still its additional content was not good enough to complement it. The First Sammurai is supposed to serve to complete the previous story of the franchise, but it does not offer anything beyond minor adjustments in the endgame. The latest Nioh 2 DLC offers a challenging new dungeon but getting through it may not bring great satisfaction to players. Despite its production levels with great designs on enemies, this DLC feels forced and very poorly planned.
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  2. Impulsegamer
    Jan 27, 2021
    78
    A mixed bag that gets a tentative recommendation, I’ll always welcome new content to one of my favourite games but I'd appreciate it if Team Ninja didn't make it feel like busy work just so I can pop those last few trophies.
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  3. Critical Hit
    Jan 21, 2021
    75
    The First Samurai doesn’t end the tale of Nioh 2 in a satisfying way but it does provide a meaningful and fun loot experience. Bbrutal new enemies and new gameplay modes makes the complete package of this game something truly special.
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