Nioh 2

 PlayStation 4
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1157 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 873 out of 1157
  2. Mixed: 140 out of 1157
  3. Negative: 144 out of 1157
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  1. Phoenix_d_Ash
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Big improvement to the first title, on critical parts. One of my most favorite games.
  2. MickeyFinn
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Best build variety i've ever seen in a game. In the last ng+ that is. Not sure why the player is forced to struggle with sticks and stones until there but it's their problem. Kept me busy for months all in good fun so thumbs up. Added 2 points after playing elden ring :p The king is dead, long live the king
  3. Nikopro245
    Aug 9, 2023
    10
    An absolute masterpiece. On my list of top ten games, story, graphics, enemies, combat. All very good.
  4. Ozzy-
    Jul 13, 2023
    10
    Excellent game! The combat is exceptional. Idky I was iniitally put off by the combat gameplay I'd originally seen... [but then again, I initially didn't like bloodborne & I love that too].

    Combat - S rank
    Performance - S Rank
    Fun - S Rank
    Enough Narrative to make it all gel - S Rank
    Variety of Loot & upgrades - S Rank
    Character Creation - S Rank

    TLDR: S Rank for fun!
  5. ThiefBrRj
    May 30, 2023
    9
    I don't have any criticism against this game. This title is a must play for any souls-like enjoyer. I did it 100% with pride.
  6. EalyLiu
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    It's great. It's the best game I've ever seen. The picture is exquisite, the movement is smooth, and the design is exquisite.
  7. Zakis1991
    Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Я не люблю серии игр Dark souls. Из-за отсутствия карты и не очень понятно куда идти. Абсолютно конченный кооператив. Но нио.... Нио я люблю. Отличный полноценный кооперав, прошел с другом , было весело. Как клоп игра отлично подойдётЯ не люблю серии игр Dark souls. Из-за отсутствия карты и не очень понятно куда идти. Абсолютно конченный кооператив. Но нио.... Нио я люблю. Отличный полноценный кооперав, прошел с другом , было весело. Как клоп игра отлично подойдёт
  8. YokoHugo
    Jul 29, 2022
    8
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  9. VanCan72
    May 16, 2022
    8
    For $20 I had a lot of fun with this. Just felt like more Nioh, and I'm ok with that. Got a lot of time out of this, had loads of fun customizing my character and optimizing my build, died a lot, and didn't have a bad time with any of it. All and all, not that bad
  10. MetaPhysicMeat
    Apr 7, 2022
    8
    This game is like a glass cannon build that pumped all pts into a single stat.

    The storyline is pretty much negligible, and the characters are somewhat shallow due to the lack of opportunities to interact with them in-depth (although the interim improved upon this aspect quite a bit from the 1st game), the levels are passable, but nothing really extraordinary, and the soundtrack is    This game is like a glass cannon build that pumped all pts into a single stat.

    The storyline is pretty much negligible, and the characters are somewhat shallow due to the lack of opportunities to interact with them in-depth (although the interim improved upon this aspect quite a bit from the 1st game), the levels are passable, but nothing really extraordinary, and the soundtrack is decent. Where the game really shines is in its combat, fast and fluid with lots of custom builds, probably enough fun to last all 5 difficulty levels and more. Team Ninja also managed to keep things from becoming ridiculous like the 1st game.    … Expand
  11. KingOfDragon777
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    Nioh 2 is probably the best souls game I've played, and my personal favourite game. The combat is incredibly satisfying, boss and enemy designs are unique and brilliant, and the graphics are gorgeous. The replay value is nearly limitless with the amount of customization you are allowed and the game is long already so you'll get more than your money's worth. The only thing I disliked aboutNioh 2 is probably the best souls game I've played, and my personal favourite game. The combat is incredibly satisfying, boss and enemy designs are unique and brilliant, and the graphics are gorgeous. The replay value is nearly limitless with the amount of customization you are allowed and the game is long already so you'll get more than your money's worth. The only thing I disliked about this game was the learning curve, the first 5-8 hours are incredibly infuriating, until the combat system clicks and you stop playing like dark souls.… Expand
  12. PaleNielsen
    Mar 25, 2022
    8
    A really great game where you can create your own character unlike the original and it's actually fun cause some parts of did really happen in history like the black samurai etc. and I happen to search Wikipedia while playing it to know more.
  13. wolvi
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    Game is a 10, spent 500 hours on it.
    The music
    The best combat system I've seen
    The best soulslike
    Worth all my time.
  14. Generalement
    Mar 20, 2022
    10
    L'immensité de possibilité revient avec un second opus auant révolutionnaire que permettant au protangoniste une multitude de créativité. Pemettant de créer son propre protangoniste. Cette fois-ci, l'implication d'une nouvelle mécanique plus élaborée de la forme Yokai.

    L'histoire du pouvoir des cristaux nous appre da plus sur les personnages et l'identité du protagonistes mi-homme,    L'immensité de possibilité revient avec un second opus auant révolutionnaire que permettant au protangoniste une multitude de créativité. Pemettant de créer son propre protangoniste. Cette fois-ci, l'implication d'une nouvelle mécanique plus élaborée de la forme Yokai.

    L'histoire du pouvoir des cristaux nous appre da plus sur les personnages et l'identité du protagonistes mi-homme, mi-yokai. Une quête immersive avec des ennemis e et Boss resdoutable et immenses. La possibilité de lecture est toujours présente avec l'aspect de mieux conprendre ce fameux spécialiste de tasse de thé. Le multijoueur est intense et l'aide dea autres joueurs aide à la nouveauté, l'exaltation devant les joueurs qui ont buildé leurs protagonistes de façon impressionnante.    … Expand
  15. SuperClaudio64
    Mar 20, 2022
    8
    A differenza di Nioh 1, il secondo titolo è molto più bilanciato e meno scorretto verso il giocatore, specialmente per i danni subiti dai nemici e le nuove meccaniche della parata esplosiva e dei nuclei d'anima, che rendono gli scontri più semplici e danno al giocatore già da inizio gioco più opzioni per gestire la situazione. Tuttavia, personalmente sono stato più preso dal primo Nioh,A differenza di Nioh 1, il secondo titolo è molto più bilanciato e meno scorretto verso il giocatore, specialmente per i danni subiti dai nemici e le nuove meccaniche della parata esplosiva e dei nuclei d'anima, che rendono gli scontri più semplici e danno al giocatore già da inizio gioco più opzioni per gestire la situazione. Tuttavia, personalmente sono stato più preso dal primo Nioh, perchè nonostante fosse un gioco molto scorretto verso il giocatore, aveva boss fight più combattute al limite e memorabili. Inoltre Nioh 2 ha il difetto di ripetere continuamente le stesse locazioni (Foresta, Villaggio/castello spesso in fiamme e caverna) mentre nel titolo precedente avevamo missioni con ambientazioni più tematiche come il covo dei ninja, Honno-ji ricoperto di ghiaccio, il tempio delle acque con Umi Bozu ecc. Inoltre la difficoltà di Nioh 2 cala drasticamente già dalla seconda regione, e con mia sorpresa sono riuscito a sconfiggere al primo tentativo tutti i boss delle ultime 2 regioni.
    Un bel gioco ma un po troppo simile al primo e con boss fight poco memorabili.    … Expand
  16. DarkwingSchmuck
    Mar 14, 2022
    9
    Nioh 2 is simply more of Nioh. It offers more of what you liked and didn't like about the first game with only a few minor refinements. Nioh 2's biggest addition from the previous game is a character creator, which allows for players to add a welcome personal touch to their player-character -- a huge step up from the first Nioh's bland protagonist, William.
  17. MatthewDavisMed
    Mar 9, 2022
    9
    Man, did this game kick my behind like crazy. But it was such a fun experience that I never wanted to give up. I also love of you can customize your character this time. Though it does feel mostly the same as the first, it's still just as good. Also, there are cats that you can pet. So I was sold!
  18. sovg1998
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    new age of ACT.some crying **** may said too hard.
    by the way i am so sick in killing that black **** samurai
  19. luminous15cf
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    I think everyone would agree that this game is such a improvement over the first game which was already great. The gameplay is really addicting… and the story is solid enough. One of the best soul-like games.
  20. CzarSquid
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    Somehow the developers were able to recreate Japan entirely and it feels like you are really there.
  21. trevor1981
    Feb 8, 2022
    10
    This is a fantastic addition to Nioh franchise and incomparably better than the first one.
    Looking forward to Nioh 3.
  22. Xelanak
    Jan 17, 2022
    9
    Really a good game, i enjoyed it !
    New Yokai form is a bit weird but interesting.

    I recommand it
  23. beautifulforest
    Jan 15, 2022
    10
    Why the critics score is lower than the first game?? I think almost everyone can agree that this game is better than the first game.
  24. Vaeu
    Dec 25, 2021
    9
    Improves on every aspect of the original Nioh fantastically. Fast and fluid combat, very satisfying. The story and characters are hit or miss. Solid graphics and music. Overall a fun game.
  25. DevilSurvivor
    Nov 18, 2021
    10
    This game, as its name clearly implies, is a sequel. Some people prefer it when sequels completely change the game and offer something new. I however, prefer it when they IMPROVE on the original one's design without losing what made it good in the first place.

    This is what Nioh 2 does, to such an extent that I consider it the best game of the decade. If I try really, REALLY hard to    This game, as its name clearly implies, is a sequel. Some people prefer it when sequels completely change the game and offer something new. I however, prefer it when they IMPROVE on the original one's design without losing what made it good in the first place.

    This is what Nioh 2 does, to such an extent that I consider it the best game of the decade.
    If I try really, REALLY hard to come up with flaws from the original game, all I can say is that it doesn't have Guardian Spirit leveling up, and soul matching can't get your equipment from +0 to +1.
    That's all.

    Everything has been improved, from little things to bug fixes and being able to see your character when fashioning them, to the magnificent (the best even) character creation I've ever seen. Everything from the old one is here, and more, all the gear, the sets, the weapons, most of the guardian spirits. But Team Ninja just keeps on adding more and more, more weapons, more sets, more equipment, the story is longer, some of the music is actually good this time, more missions while having 1's older levels as side quests sometimes, the difficulties are improved, there are more mechanics like the Stone of Penance and the Scrolls to make your stat customization even deeper, graces, remodeling gear to better suit your playstyle. Everything is executed perfectly.

    My only complaint about this game is the god awful netcode it has. Besides that, it's perfection. I was fully immersed, and still am to this day after putting in a full year into this game. I haven't even finished the last difficulty yet because the underworld is so satisfying and fun to do. The gear can go to +120 now and the underworld has 999 floors. It's an endless joyride, from start to finish, from the beginning of the story to the impressively handled continuation of 1's story. Everything is in here, you don't even need to play 1 besides for its story because Nioh 2 does everything, but better.

    Truly one of the best games of the decade, and definitely the best of this generation of video games.    … Expand
  26. houxh
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    I know this game is widely praised but it deserves more love and appreciation, Nioh 2 is just a perfect experience for those who seek for difficult games I think.
  27. Peppermint_Tea
    Oct 5, 2021
    10
    Nioh 2 is my second most played game ever, I have spent a thousand hours in this game and I believe it is a masterpiece.
    The learning curve is very steep, with 49 different enemy types and A LOT of bosses. At the start of the game (Dream of the Samurai) you will be welcomed to the simpler mechanics and get to habituate yourself with the weapon type of your choice. But once your reach the    Nioh 2 is my second most played game ever, I have spent a thousand hours in this game and I believe it is a masterpiece.
    The learning curve is very steep, with 49 different enemy types and A LOT of bosses. At the start of the game (Dream of the Samurai) you will be welcomed to the simpler mechanics and get to habituate yourself with the weapon type of your choice. But once your reach the Dream of the Nioh playthrough you can play with all the diversity of playstyles you can imagine. Want to play with a YOUR BARE HANDS? YOU CAN. Want to play around like you're the Avatar by mastering all the six elements? YOU CAN. Want to be a ninja who's pretty much untouchable? YOU CAN.    … Expand
  28. Bakoluk
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    Graphics 8/10
    Playability 9/10
    Entertainment 9/10
    Overall 9/10
    I lost so many hours in this game...
  29. Hmody10087
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    One of best game for playing with friend making different build its one of my favourite now.
  30. Raios-Rogue
    Aug 14, 2021
    10
    my top 9 favorite game of the century easily entered my top 10 list combining the diablo loot style witih hack and slash + the soulsborne formula a phenomenal game made by team Ninja the yokai forms where a great idea to add to the game the boss designs are fantastic very memorable one of the best boss designs out there on par with Sekiro Dark Souls 3 DMC 5 Bloodborne the enemies also havemy top 9 favorite game of the century easily entered my top 10 list combining the diablo loot style witih hack and slash + the soulsborne formula a phenomenal game made by team Ninja the yokai forms where a great idea to add to the game the boss designs are fantastic very memorable one of the best boss designs out there on par with Sekiro Dark Souls 3 DMC 5 Bloodborne the enemies also have variety Team ninja learned their lesson from Nioh 1 that variety is important great skill tree i wish Omnyo magic had more crazy stuff magic going in there except just talismans even Ninjutsu has better magic skills than Omnyo and that's a Ninja tree they could have totally went crazy and create jutsu's like in naruto shippudden ultimate ninja storm just create better magic skills in general and the fact that they nerfed Otakamaru's Yokai ability to the point where it's no longer usable was a mistake he is the last boss of the game the ability is supposed to be powerful they nerfed it from super powerful to useless that's not how you nerf things you don't make things useless the online mode co op is great the more players the better easy to connect to people the combat is amazing switching styles feels unique something i feel like Sucker punch with ghost of tsushima where inspired from team ninja's Nioh stylish combat mechanics there is tons of replayability and content to play the weapons are all fantastic i love the switchglaive my favorite weapon the story writing characters are fantastic bringing back fan favorites characters from nioh 1 was a smart move this game takes a great game like Nioh 1 and further improves it to be one of the best action games ever made that is Nioh 2… Expand
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#14 Best PS4 Game of 2020
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#22 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2020

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85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 91 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 84 out of 91
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 91
  3. Negative: 0 out of 91
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 23, 2020
    100
    The second Nioh is more than just a continuation of the legacy. The authors have been able to learn from the mistakes of the first game, and thanks to that this is an excellent action RPG that will not let you rest and you will want to keep playing. [Issue#303]
  2. GameCritics
    Jun 23, 2020
    85
    I love a great third-person actioner, and I’m hard-pressed to think of one that nails the formula as perfectly as Nioh 2 does. The systems are pleasantly crunchy and there are a ton to dig into, the moment-to-moment fights get my blood pumping, and the artwork and theming are all spot-on. Too much of a good thing is too much of a good thing, but Nioh 2 is exactly the right amount.
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  3. Gaming Nexus
    Jun 1, 2020
    85
    Nioh 2 does what a good sequel should. It capitalizes on the best parts of its predecessors while providing new content and mechanics to advance the franchise. While the story structure and level design are largely the same, added weapons, more build depth, and new combat mechanics all enhance what the game has to offer. It doesn't always hit the mark perfectly, but it's a solid addition to the series. And let's face it, being a samurai is awesome.
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