Nioh

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2628 Ratings

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  1. Psmark1
    Jul 13, 2020
    0
    if you want spend your time in the loading screen dying a hundred times this is the game for you
  2. StrohNamiX
    Jul 12, 2020
    8
    Story / Character.: Things were happening. i don't know why and I don't care. The star of this game is the gameplay. Please don't buy it for the story...

    Graphics / Sound / Atmosphere.: Simply put, the graphics are mediocre. There is nothing special about it. The level design is fine. Gameplay.: The combat is amazing. There are so many different combat styles, skills, weapons, tools    Story / Character.: Things were happening. i don't know why and I don't care. The star of this game is the gameplay. Please don't buy it for the story...

    Graphics / Sound / Atmosphere.: Simply put, the graphics are mediocre. There is nothing special about it. The level design is fine.

    Gameplay.: The combat is amazing. There are so many different combat styles, skills, weapons, tools to play with. I played through the main game + dlcs + NG+ and NG++ and still never got bored. The combat is by far the shining star of the game.

    Conclusion.: If you want/need immersive atmosphere and an interesting lore with good combat, then I would rather recommend the souls games. Nioh on the other hand can be an absolute blast too if you don't mind the run of the mill story and mediocre graphics.

    Story / Character Development.: 5/10
    Graphics / Sound / Atmosphere.: 5/10
    Gameplay.: 10/10

    Result.: 8 / 10. The story and graphics don't impact the rating as much as they aren't really that important for this kind of game.    … Expand
  3. mo3ec
    Jul 9, 2020
    7
    Хорошая игра, но неудачные уровни и малое их количество вызовут желание перепроходить только у фанатов.
  4. w0rp
    Jul 4, 2020
    2
    This game isn't fun at all. It's very well presented, but it just doesn't have the same appeal Dark Souls did. All of the enemies take more hits than you and do more damage than you. Every time you attack an enemy, you have to wait 4-5 seconds for your stamina to regenerate to hit the next one. I tried the second section of the game after you leave the prison 20 times before I just gave upThis game isn't fun at all. It's very well presented, but it just doesn't have the same appeal Dark Souls did. All of the enemies take more hits than you and do more damage than you. Every time you attack an enemy, you have to wait 4-5 seconds for your stamina to regenerate to hit the next one. I tried the second section of the game after you leave the prison 20 times before I just gave up and deleted the game. I'm not gonna slog through hours more of combat where my character feels incredibly weak like that.… Expand
  5. direfol
    Jul 1, 2020
    7
    С технической точки зрения игра слабая.Ни физика ни уж тем более графика никого в восторг не приведет,даже фанатов серии соулс такая скупость на технологичность может отторгнуть.
    Сюжет в игре-не понятный.Он просто есть,на него не обращаешь внимание,интерес вызван здесь исключительно геймплеем.
    Из за того что графические характеристики игры на дне,то и визуал левел дизайне в игре    С технической точки зрения игра слабая.Ни физика ни уж тем более графика никого в восторг не приведет,даже фанатов серии соулс такая скупость на технологичность может отторгнуть.
    Сюжет в игре-не понятный.Он просто есть,на него не обращаешь внимание,интерес вызван здесь исключительно геймплеем.
    Из за того что графические характеристики игры на дне,то и визуал левел дизайне в игре оставляет желать лучшего.
    Боевая система и прокачка своего персонажа-вот чем игра будет завлекать.
    Длс к игре заставят вспотеть даже самых отбитых ветеранов геймдева.    … Expand
  6. Codymcin
    Jul 1, 2020
    0
    Not worth the time it takes to learn how to play this game. Glitchy as **** and as soon as you learn the combos the game learns how to outsmart you
  7. Vaeu
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    Nioh is a samurai Souls-like, and it was an important game that helped me developed my passion for the Soulsborne games.

    The gameplay with the different weapon types and stances is fantastic integrating the agile combat, and while Nioh hosts a fair share of fun and challenging bosses, most can be trivialised with MVP sloth talisman, so I'd advise against the use of it to keep the    Nioh is a samurai Souls-like, and it was an important game that helped me developed my passion for the Soulsborne games.

    The gameplay with the different weapon types and stances is fantastic integrating the agile combat, and while Nioh hosts a fair share of fun and challenging bosses, most can be trivialised with MVP sloth talisman, so I'd advise against the use of it to keep the experience challenging. The atmosphere the music provides isn't to the level that Soulsborne game does and the story and characters, unfortunately, pales in further comparison.

    Nevertheless, Nioh is still a great game that can be enjoyed by Soulsborne veterans and newcomers alike.    … Expand
  8. KasaethaN
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    This game was very special to me for many reasons. I LOVED it in so many aspects. Thanks, Team Ninja
  9. arPod
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    Наиграв 600 часов в эту игру имею очень странные чувства, с одной стороны игра в 2020 уже почти не актуальна, во многих смыслах Nioh многим не понравиться, есть моменты из-за которых я не хочу возвращаться (лучше уж в Nioh2). Ну все таки это хорошая игра заслуживающая своих денег, к тому же щас можно взять неказистый порт на PC за 900р со всеми dlc, будь они не ладны, на дополнения мнениеНаиграв 600 часов в эту игру имею очень странные чувства, с одной стороны игра в 2020 уже почти не актуальна, во многих смыслах Nioh многим не понравиться, есть моменты из-за которых я не хочу возвращаться (лучше уж в Nioh2). Ну все таки это хорошая игра заслуживающая своих денег, к тому же щас можно взять неказистый порт на PC за 900р со всеми dlc, будь они не ладны, на дополнения мнение я писать конечно не буду, в принципе 8.4 вполне заслужено.… Expand
  10. legendarybad
    Jun 27, 2020
    8
    Nioh has good gameplay with a simple story and narrative, an evolution of the status of characters, equipment and skills that are evident. The game is fun. With evolved skills, it’s easier to kill enemies. But it's a lot of fun. The graphics and soundtrack are nothing special. What draws the most attention in the game is to drop items and skills what you can conquer.

    Nioh possui uma    Nioh has good gameplay with a simple story and narrative, an evolution of the status of characters, equipment and skills that are evident. The game is fun. With evolved skills, it’s easier to kill enemies. But it's a lot of fun. The graphics and soundtrack are nothing special. What draws the most attention in the game is to drop items and skills what you can conquer.

    Nioh possui uma jogabilidade boa com uma historia e narrativa simples, a evolução do personagem em status,equipamentos e habilidades é evidente o que torna divertido, conforme a evolução o jogo se torna mais fácil. Porém é muito divertido. Os gráficos e trilha sonora são bons nada de especial. O que mais chama atenção no jogo é o drop de itens e as habilidades que você pode conquistar.    … Expand
  11. Uniqe
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    Not a particular fan of the genres because it will leave me frustrated for the duration of the game, although the story is nice and I love the idea that you can use different types of weapon, enemy are challenging and the system is straightforward and simple to understand.
  12. Clemontide
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    Great Game, but very hard, if you are not used to soul-like games. Loved the graphics and the music
  13. Burattix54
    Jun 26, 2020
    8
    A nice Soulsklike, with deep build variety, a good story and a combat system hard to master but rewarding. The rpg aspect also allows you to minmax your build and break the game, if you want to.

    However, the difficulty is not perfectly balanced there are way too many oneshots, and some enemies are too spongy.
  14. stillfeedom
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    Nioh it's a great game, based on souls like type of game it will be provide you with a challenging but rewarding experience , different locations and great set o weapon to choose I give 8/10 solely cus the movement are bit sluggish so they impact the experience but overall a solid game
  15. tantotonto
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Juegazo con identidad propia, dificil hasta romper el mando. Personalmente de lo poco que no me gusta es el sistema de loot, por lo demas genial.
  16. Manicpowers
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    This game is HARD! But EXCELLENT! Never been more frustrated at playing a game. It’s like God of War battle with the Valkyrie Queen where you need perfect timing, except here it’s with a lot of the bosses! I’ve never relied on YouTube as much before to get through a game. It really makes you study and strategize game play. It is a sophisticated game. Really wished there was a cheatThis game is HARD! But EXCELLENT! Never been more frustrated at playing a game. It’s like God of War battle with the Valkyrie Queen where you need perfect timing, except here it’s with a lot of the bosses! I’ve never relied on YouTube as much before to get through a game. It really makes you study and strategize game play. It is a sophisticated game. Really wished there was a cheat code....
    Then eventually I finished the game and wanted more! So I played the New Game Plus and OMG it was such a better experience having mastered the game play and having better equipment to beat the bosses. Summary: MORE ENJOYABLE THE SECOND TIME AROUND    … Expand
  17. Amunozrocha
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    Brillant, challenging at it's best, can be frustrating at times, but it Is how supposed to be. A real gem.
  18. Jonasluas
    Jun 20, 2020
    8
    Un juego con una historia muy rara, de ahi en fuera la dificultad es muy retadora con agregados para el personaje bastos, bueno y con gran jugabilidad
  19. superfields
    Jun 4, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece of design, gameplay and multiplayer play. Missions are extremely difficult and boss fights can leave you frustrated. Good news there’s always help to be found even in 2020 as the audience is still there, a testament to the quality of the game and replay value. Replay is good to fair, at some point i felt i had done enough and spend countless hours helping other players ratherA masterpiece of design, gameplay and multiplayer play. Missions are extremely difficult and boss fights can leave you frustrated. Good news there’s always help to be found even in 2020 as the audience is still there, a testament to the quality of the game and replay value. Replay is good to fair, at some point i felt i had done enough and spend countless hours helping other players rather than replay the levels. All in all unlike its successor, this game stands apart from many others even if it borrows from the Dark Souls series.… Expand
  20. Downed_Ememy
    Jun 7, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo repetitivo. O inimigo que aparece no tutorial do jogo vai até o final do game. Cheio de dificuldade ARTIFICIAL, pegadinhas, trilha sonora monótona e nem um pouco memorável, jogabilidade merda e manipulação pra levar o jogador a morte. O jogo tenta ser um dark souls mas acaba sendo um Sekiro da deep web… Expand
  21. OtisMoses
    May 27, 2020
    10
    Not a Souls-like! It's hard, but very different. The best game you can play, every mission is amazing and the bosses are so good. 70+ hours of great fun.
  22. TanjReview
    May 25, 2020
    9
    A great alternative to the famous Dark Souls franchise, Nioh provides an interesting plot with a likeable protagonist and a variety of characters along the way.

    The difficulty is, unlike their FromSoftware rivals, adequate and less punishing than you may expect. The level boss fights are challenging but not frustrating, giving a sense of reward when defeated, with with additional aspect    A great alternative to the famous Dark Souls franchise, Nioh provides an interesting plot with a likeable protagonist and a variety of characters along the way.

    The difficulty is, unlike their FromSoftware rivals, adequate and less punishing than you may expect. The level boss fights are challenging but not frustrating, giving a sense of reward when defeated, with with additional aspect of an AI companion for certain levels adding another dimension to combat. The controls take time to get used to, but once mastered make the game very enjoyable.

    The art-style rings true to the aesthetic of the game the developers were going for, with the samurai/ninja emphasis and the range of levels is fairly diverse, with each level incorporating their own "quirks" that make them unique. Levels are not too long and if you are feeling "short changed" with a level, Nioh provides sub-missions that let you take on further challenges to hone in your skills as a samurai.

    While I usually struggle with vast amounts of item-collecting and typically caring about the rarity of items, this does probably speak to those "scavenger" type players who love to collect and understand the lore of the items within the game, matching the items to the clear Japanese aesthetic the developers were aiming for. I appreciated the blacksmith options to "soul match" items to level up familiar weaponry ad armour, and the "refashion" option to style your protagonist to your suiting. While to some this may seem over the top, it allows for a broad range of options and likely enhances the "replay-ability" should you choose to explore all aspects of the game.

    I was fortunate enough to get this in the PS Plus monthly free games, and I consider myself lucky for this! I am thoroughly enjoying the game and I feel the story, the challenge/reward elements, as well as the possibility of options available make this a fantastic game for anyone who is wanting something along the "Dark Souls" lines but with possibly less frustration, a perhaps clearer narrative and a unique aesthetic.    … Expand
  23. Mrdeng
    May 25, 2020
    6
    Gameplay ok but losing the fun when the enemies are one hit KO with only 1 mistake and need to travel far away from the shrine to get back your amrities (points to level up) .
  24. ZombiCoon
    Apr 28, 2020
    5
    A very mediocre game. Combat is good, but everything else is not. Level design goes from average to bad (most levels are dark to the point that it can give you eye strain if you play for more than one hour), the amount of useless loot (and loot in general) is baffling. Enemy and location variety is poor, some of the levels are recycled 3 or 4 times! Most bosses are too easy due to the factA very mediocre game. Combat is good, but everything else is not. Level design goes from average to bad (most levels are dark to the point that it can give you eye strain if you play for more than one hour), the amount of useless loot (and loot in general) is baffling. Enemy and location variety is poor, some of the levels are recycled 3 or 4 times! Most bosses are too easy due to the fact that they don't have phases, just one or two new moves at certain point. Story is laughable and characters are forgettable and there are too many of them to even care who they are. Also they are not properly introduced and explained (those cutscenes/intros are terrible!). Some bosses look nice though. I wish they cut some of the useless mechanics like the loot system, onmyo and ninjutsu stuff, blacksmith, and some story bits, and just polished and improved more important parts of the game, like level design, enemy variety and bosses.… Expand
  25. cdsmith7
    Apr 20, 2020
    7
    If you enjoyed the Dark Souls series you should enjoy this game. It has it's shortcomings but overall is worth the soulsborne fan's time.
  26. alexslork
    Apr 15, 2020
    6
    Straight fun. Can be frustrating at times, but if you hang in there you are treated to some FINE gameplay. It can look a little janky compared to other AAA games released lately, but it's not a bad looking game by any means.
  27. bugjam
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Es un juegazo de principio a fin, no tiene desperdicio, unos gráficos impresionantes, una historia cautivadora, una banda sonora flipante, no te arrepentirás si lo compras.
  28. ViperXT
    Mar 28, 2020
    4
    Another one of those Dark Souls copies, this time not well done. Game controls were simple, with frustrating elements of camera work to make it more difficult than it needed to be. Story was not interesting. The graphics were sub par and the color was mostly dark and grey.
  29. tophatman
    Mar 28, 2020
    0
    I would say the game is a ripoff of Miyazaki's masterpieces but it's not even that.
    The combat is broken, bosses are trash, story is trash, characters are trash the level design is admittedly good, but is surrounded by a mountain of trash, avoid the game at all cost and play one of Fromsoft games instead
  30. Sinloth
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Now that Nioh 2 was about to release, I dived deep into Nioh 1 in preparations for its successor. Strangely, having played both games recently, I must say that Nioh 1 is probably still my favourite of the two.

    Don't get me wrong, Nioh 2 is an excellent game, but Nioh 1 has better opening in my opinion, so far more interesting characters and the combat was already satisfying enough for    Now that Nioh 2 was about to release, I dived deep into Nioh 1 in preparations for its successor. Strangely, having played both games recently, I must say that Nioh 1 is probably still my favourite of the two.

    Don't get me wrong, Nioh 2 is an excellent game, but Nioh 1 has better opening in my opinion, so far more interesting characters and the combat was already satisfying enough for me...
    While certainly inspired by Souls series, Nioh is very much its own thing. It has possibly the best combat system of any Soulslikes, I can wholeheartedly recommend it to any fan of challenging action RPGs.    … Expand
  31. JP_Wilde
    Mar 22, 2020
    2
    I don't like this type of game with extremely high difficulty, I tried to enjoy the game, but it gets more and more repetitive over time with several equal enemies and gameplay that I don't like very much.
  32. Steyraus
    Mar 15, 2020
    5
    Nope, just Nope..Man ive played all the hard games and Nioh is just Nope.. I stopped a Mino Enma. I have a hard time believing players that say they beat her easy, its an easy claim to make when you dont have to back it up.. She is without flaw. She has NOOOO weakness. 1-High damage 2-Small and Fast 3- Massive health 4- Nooo weak points 5-Randomised Attack patterns 6-No Telegraphing ofNope, just Nope..Man ive played all the hard games and Nioh is just Nope.. I stopped a Mino Enma. I have a hard time believing players that say they beat her easy, its an easy claim to make when you dont have to back it up.. She is without flaw. She has NOOOO weakness. 1-High damage 2-Small and Fast 3- Massive health 4- Nooo weak points 5-Randomised Attack patterns 6-No Telegraphing of next attack ,,like AT ALL 6- One hit Kills 7- High Damages Long Short and mid range attacks/randomised 8- Far and close AOE paralyzing attacks..
    I could go on ,, but WTF. I know hard games been playing them for decades, and this game is wank..A hard boss will usually have 2 or 3 of the dangers I listed that Mino has and is usually offset with a weakness. This one boss fight is an analogy for the whole game. In Nioh Team Ninja has lost the fun vs difficulty batlle . Its just not fun , just punishing .    … Expand
  33. Zmetekk
    Mar 12, 2020
    9
    Not as polished as dark souls, not as clever as bloodborne, but best not from software game and amazing experience as a game that use soulborne system, but still stands as a completely different game. Only big let down is the story... Non interesting and badly voice acted. Really, japanese dont be so loud and wierd
  34. Molec_man
    Mar 2, 2020
    9
    I love Souls games and this game nailed it. I love the story and background. The gameplay is good and progressing is fun.

    Story: 9
    Gameplay: 8
    Graphics: 8
    Controls: 9
    Replayability: 5
  35. MaximumD
    Mar 2, 2020
    9
    I recently picked up this game on my PS+ account for free and decided to give it a shot. I also want to say that I have never played any of the Souls type games before, so I really didn't have any preconditions or preconceptions of this genre.

    I was a little bit worried about the dying part. I died a lot in the beginning. Especially the first two levels. But the game only really takes    I recently picked up this game on my PS+ account for free and decided to give it a shot. I also want to say that I have never played any of the Souls type games before, so I really didn't have any preconditions or preconceptions of this genre.

    I was a little bit worried about the dying part. I died a lot in the beginning. Especially the first two levels. But the game only really takes away your experience points and only if you die again before reclaiming them. I found that the gameplay itself is so good that I didn't mind the repetition so much. It's a lot like the save system in Alien Isolation, which is a game that also forced you to get better and really understand the mechanics before proceeding far on your own merits.

    Meanwhile, you are constantly upgrading gear and skills and getting better at the game itself. You only lose exp points after you die and then die again before reclaiming the points at the spot you died. At some point though the gameplay clicks and you can really breeze by some of the lesser enemies or avoid them altogether if you choose. I'm actually surprised by the wealth of options the game gives you to use from melee to ranged to magic, and stealth too. Managing the death and rebirth cycle actually turns into a type of strategy all on it's own. Do you push ahead and risk death in a new area, or do you circle back and cash in your points which resets the enemies? It's like a game within a game sort of.

    Now for my biggest pet peeve in this game. The amount of items you can collect in this game is just too much. It's takes too much time to sort through and manage all this stuff and becomes quite annoying. It's loot overload. I typically donate everything to the shrine for more exp. points.

    However, I do really like the way they copied the MGSV mission structure which allows you to play at your own pace and tackle previous areas doing challenges and side missions.

    However this does kind make the story feel wonky but honestly the story is second fiddle. It's your standard Samurai fantasy stuff with demons and guardians and what not. Not terribly interesting and pretty much a carbon copy of every type of game ever made in the ninja action genre.

    This is not a game for everybody but at the 20 dollar or less price point, it's a steal. It's a full game offering hours of action but there is some stiff difficulty at times and that can get frustrating. But you can play at your own pace and if an area proves too difficult you can always hit up a previous level and try to grind for a little bit. There are also plenty of items that speed things up as well and honestly the constant dying and difficulty is a little overblown in some of the reviews. Just have patience in the first two levels and then things really open up. Bottom line, gameplay is top notch and will keep you coming back. If you like action games give it a try.    … Expand
  36. KayVen17
    Mar 1, 2020
    4
    -- Deutsche/German Review - - Nach 50 Stunden habe ich dieses Spiel endlich abgeschlssen und bin leider enttäuscht. Mir fehlte einfach die Abwechslung.. Der Antrieb. Ich verstehe, dass es einige mögen, aber irgendwie fühlt sich das Spiel nicht gut an. Ich zwang mich ab der zweiten Hälfte nur noch durch das Spiel. Als ich dann gegen Ende merkte, dass ich Grinden muss hatte ich keine Luste-- Deutsche/German Review - - Nach 50 Stunden habe ich dieses Spiel endlich abgeschlssen und bin leider enttäuscht. Mir fehlte einfach die Abwechslung.. Der Antrieb. Ich verstehe, dass es einige mögen, aber irgendwie fühlt sich das Spiel nicht gut an. Ich zwang mich ab der zweiten Hälfte nur noch durch das Spiel. Als ich dann gegen Ende merkte, dass ich Grinden muss hatte ich keine Luste mehr. Nicht mein Fall. Nioh 2 hat zumindest jetzt kein Interesse mehr auf mich.… Expand
  37. Aquelfoly
    Feb 18, 2020
    2
    Do you fine it's good fun to loose every thing when you die ???? I can't understand the concepte :( I like whene it's hard but i don't like to losse every thing it's juste so frustrating and not fun. We play for fun why to much dev forget that ?????
  38. nnevill
    Feb 18, 2020
    9
    Nioh is a fresh breath of air in souls-like genre. Lore is not so great as in e.g. Bloodborne but at least hit boxes are not broken as in Sekiro :) Would recommend this game to all who likes souls-like gameplay.
  39. mainman665
    Feb 18, 2020
    9
    A supremely awsome game with quick load times and way too many machanics which could get a little overwhelming but thank you internet. Only gripe being low res. on action mode.
  40. OvoxRubenxovO
    Feb 15, 2020
    9
    Wie soll man dieses Game bewerten?!?
    Es ist eine Art Souls/Borne Game, es mit diesen Monumenten zu vergleichen wäre jedoch nicht fair.
    Nioh ist schwer und knackig, es bietet viel Raum seinen eigenen Spielstil zu finden und ein nettes Item/Lootsystem. Das Setting ist für mich top auch wenn es an den meisten Orten doch zu dunkel ist. Story ist anfangs etwas sehr konfus aber mit den Stunden    Wie soll man dieses Game bewerten?!?
    Es ist eine Art Souls/Borne Game, es mit diesen Monumenten zu vergleichen wäre jedoch nicht fair.

    Nioh ist schwer und knackig, es bietet viel Raum seinen eigenen Spielstil zu finden und ein nettes Item/Lootsystem.
    Das Setting ist für mich top auch wenn es an den meisten Orten doch zu dunkel ist.
    Story ist anfangs etwas sehr konfus aber mit den Stunden immer packender.
    Das Gameplay war 2 Durchläufe lang ohne Fehler und immer flüssig, mit einer präzisen Steuerung.

    Ich finde es ist dem Hype gerecht.

    PS: es ist kein Vergleich zu Dark Souls usw. soll und muss es aber auch nicht sein.    … Expand
  41. jack441
    Feb 13, 2020
    7
    It is very difficult for me to rate this game objectively. It has so many features that can be game changers for some, and deal breakers for others, so I am not surprised to see people rating it from anywhere between 4 and 10 (those who gave it 0s and 1s are definitely trolls). So I am rating it primarily on fun factor - my own fun factor, while drawing comparison to the Soulsborne gamesIt is very difficult for me to rate this game objectively. It has so many features that can be game changers for some, and deal breakers for others, so I am not surprised to see people rating it from anywhere between 4 and 10 (those who gave it 0s and 1s are definitely trolls). So I am rating it primarily on fun factor - my own fun factor, while drawing comparison to the Soulsborne games (because - lets face it - it is heavily inspired by those):

    For me this game was not very enjoyable and I struggled to finish it. Not because it had technical problems or broken features, but because I personally did not enjoy many of its core features. This was because of several reasons:

    1. Level design: I did not like the linear, mission-based levels. I guess I was expecting something more like the Soulsborne level design, instead of choosing Main missions and sub-missions from a map.
    2. Difficulty: somewhat unbalanced. Most mobs are a joke, after the first 1-2 encounters with them. At the same time some bosses are extremely cruel - often requiring you to try them 10 times until you memorize their move-set perfectly, so that you can counter everything the throw at you (and they can still 1-shot you). Some enemies just get color variations at later stages in the game, where their abilities do not change, but they just 1-shot you, if you are not significantly leveled. I like difficult games, I'm a fan of all DS and BB and I usually play any game on hard difficulty setting - but Nioh just seems unfair at times.
    3. Itemization: this games has tons of loot and variety...which is not always a good thing. At some point I stopped caring about the stats on items and just focused on Attack or Defense upgrades, because there are literally a hundred different stats you should keep track of it, and they appear semi-randomly on items. So no, you cannot hope to find a very rare sword drop that suits your style, and stick with it till the end game, because it gets obsolete rather quickly (yes you can Soulmatch/reforge it, but this is just another system that adds unneeded complexity to the game, in my opinion)
    4. Many different skills, for every weapon: Some would argue that this is good thing, leading to numerous build possibilities. Unfortunately, there are 1-2 OP builds in the game which make everything else look pathetic. So I personally would prefer more simple but effective skill system - or at least make the skills valid for all weapons, so that we are not locked to a certain choice.

    Bottom line - at some point I stopped playing because all of those things bothered me. But I understand that what I found to be CONS, might be PROS for some people. It just diminished the fun factor for me.    … Expand
  42. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Feb 10, 2020
    8
    I picked up nioh for free off ps+ and finally got around to playing, what a challenging but rewarding game. Levels are creative and beautiful to look at. Fighting system is deep and different from any game I've played before. The loot system is extensive and overwhelming. The story is a little convoluted but is definitely not the main focus of the game. The difficulty on this game isI picked up nioh for free off ps+ and finally got around to playing, what a challenging but rewarding game. Levels are creative and beautiful to look at. Fighting system is deep and different from any game I've played before. The loot system is extensive and overwhelming. The story is a little convoluted but is definitely not the main focus of the game. The difficulty on this game is hard but gets more manageable once you unlock talisman. Skill tree is deep and can be confusing. Boss fights are all rememberable and unique. This is a long ass game if you try and do all quests. Nioh was worthy of my time and I'll be looking forward to nioh 2.… Expand
  43. Walt17
    Jan 30, 2020
    3
    Noioso, ambientazione anonima a tratti, boss mediocri, senso di progressione assente
  44. NazgulzLegacy
    Jan 25, 2020
    5
    Seemed like a good game, but has way too much grinding for me to be able to make any progress.
  45. MikhailSilva
    Jan 27, 2020
    8
    This is a very complex RPG game that has a huge gap on dificulty beetwen regular enemies and bosses. You have to be prone to study boss fights on youtube, have good reflexes for dodging and be a calm and pacient person. This game may cause stress and anger wich can lead to heart problems and cancer.
  46. caiobruno007
    Jan 17, 2020
    8
    Pensava que seria apenas mais uma cópia de Dark Souls, mas ele conseguiu ser original e ter sua identidade própria.

    Bem desafiador e repetitivo. O maior ponto positivo dele foi um modo de game que permite dois players progredirem juntos a campanha inteira, diferente do método tradicional de ser invocado que existe desde Dark Souls, que por sinal também esta presente aqui.
  47. Darkself13
    Dec 30, 2019
    4
    Acabo de completar el juego y no lo recomiendo.
    No sé porqué lo califican con buena nota, pienso que sólo han jugado a nioh en este tipo de genero. Lo mas flojo del juego es su historia, empieza algo interesante en las primeras 5 misiones, a partir de ahí es súper aburrida, hacer favores a personajes que vas conociendo, vuelve a ser un poco interesante mucho después de la mitad del juego,    Acabo de completar el juego y no lo recomiendo.
    No sé porqué lo califican con buena nota, pienso que sólo han jugado a nioh en este tipo de genero. Lo mas flojo del juego es su historia, empieza algo interesante en las primeras 5 misiones, a partir de ahí es súper aburrida, hacer favores a personajes que vas conociendo, vuelve a ser un poco interesante mucho después de la mitad del juego, la historia es pasajera, sin inmersión, poco interés, aunque está basada en hechos reales, con personajes reales, los monstruos están basados en historias y leyendas japonesas, en conclusión una historia muy mal contada. Las misiones secundarías son un desastre, es un reciclaje de escenarios impresionante, además de aburridas, tediosas, sin sentido, solo están ahí para subir de nivel porque es casi obligatorio para llegar con mejor nivel a las siguients misiones principales, también están hechas para recolectar armaduras y poder venderlas despues, otro truco bajo para alargar la duración del juego.
    Los jefes finales son "difíciles" mientras aprendes los movientos de este, luego puedes vencerlos fácil, es más si tienes paciencia puedes vencerlo fácil al primer o segundo intento, bajándole vida de a poco, tardas un tiempo pero al final es fácil. Los jefes finales de cada misión principal son demasiado repetitivos algunos se repiten hasta 4 veces durante el juego, lo vuelve tedioso, y muy aburrido, otro truco para alargar la duración del juego.
    La dificultad era lo que mas me interesaba del juego era un punto a favor, pero la verdad lo que hacen es maquillar la "dificultad" y lo vuelven tedioso con trampitas y mecánicas desagradables y trucos muy bajos, como esconder enemigos detrás de paredes lanzar bolas gigantes por pendientes mientras subes a toda velocidad, esconder personajes en tejados, lagos, cuevas, pisos que se rompen en el momento menos esperado, la dificultad también se basa en la cantidad de enemigos que hay en el escenario algo muy de la década de los 90, todas estas mecánicas están para alargar la duración del juego, lo que lo hace frustrante, pero la dificultad es básica, en si los enemigos son fáciles de vencer además que son repetitivos, con mismos sistemas de ataques, nada especial.
    Los gráficos no me parecieron tan malos como otros mencionan, el apartado artístico me gusta pero tampoco impresiona. Hay que mencionar que en varias ocasiones tuve una caída de fps que incómoda bastante
    El modo de combate solo es atacar y esquivar, muy básico una vez conoces los movimientos del enemigo es súper fácil vencerlo Las recompensas luego de pasar un nivel son paupérrimas.
    No se cuantas horas pasé en el inventario, comparando armas, amuletos, sellos y demás, es canson y tedioso sólo hay como 5 tipos de armas pero infinadad de colores y niveles al igual que de armaduras. Los escenarios están diseñados en forma de laberintos para que recorras en círculos durante algo de tiempo, te pierdas, te enrredes, mecánicas pobres y bajezas que solo están para alargar la duración del juego    … Expand
  48. Viracocha
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    At the beginning I was thinking it was quite a "normal" game but once you see the level design and the huge variety of skills I felt in love. The only things that they should focus on Nioh2 are improving the story and reducing the number of objects.
  49. VTL
    Dec 21, 2019
    8
    Un gran souls like con mecanicas diferentes y una historia buena. En ocasiones más dificil que los souls sin los amuletos magicos claro... si no es algo mas sencillo. ahun asi es un gran gran titulo.
  50. MadnessisRising
    Dec 7, 2019
    8
    Nioh is a really great game but it is not perfect. I really liked the overall look of the game. The story was ok and entertaining but it could be better. Gameplay and combat couldn't be better! That's what makes this game so great. All the options and skilltrees were way too much in my opinion. I barely used nothing of all that stuff. On the one hand it's simply too much reading into allNioh is a really great game but it is not perfect. I really liked the overall look of the game. The story was ok and entertaining but it could be better. Gameplay and combat couldn't be better! That's what makes this game so great. All the options and skilltrees were way too much in my opinion. I barely used nothing of all that stuff. On the one hand it's simply too much reading into all of that on the other hand it makes the game extremely easy with slowing the enemys or revive after death. Looking back the magic and ninja-skilltree is a great way for people who don't want a soulslike-game.
    What I absolutely don't like is the looting in the game. Every weak enemy drops around 2 clothes or a weapon... it's super confusing and unnecessary. (that's exactly what I don't like in Diablo 3) The second big point which bothered me were all those side-quests. I would be fine with it, if they aren't necessary for beating this game. If you don't play them you are extremely underleveled. Why I don't like them? Because they are the same areas which i played some minutes before in the main quest... Without story or a special boss, really boring!    … Expand
  51. JunCLJ
    Dec 2, 2019
    0
    I gave up when I beat the first boss for a week. After a week of retry, I was confirmed that I'm still stuck in the first boss. This game was the most difficult game in the world which totally waste my money and was brought to never ending game. I was came to play Nioh after I completed Death Stranding main story. So disappointed because it was too difficult and makes me surrender on thisI gave up when I beat the first boss for a week. After a week of retry, I was confirmed that I'm still stuck in the first boss. This game was the most difficult game in the world which totally waste my money and was brought to never ending game. I was came to play Nioh after I completed Death Stranding main story. So disappointed because it was too difficult and makes me surrender on this game. I feel so angry when fighting the boss because it was too difficult. I was went back continue to play my Death Stranding and finally get my first platinum from that game.… Expand
  52. Cyrus666
    Nov 28, 2019
    4
    Total playtime: 130 hours
    Number of playthroughs: 2
    With Nioh 2 soon to be released, I thought it would be a good idea if I write down my thoughts regarding the experience I had with the first game. I will go into detail in the sections below but for those who don’t want to read a long review here is a short summary: Nioh is a game in Souls/Borne genre. It tries its best to copy them    Total playtime: 130 hours
    Number of playthroughs: 2
    With Nioh 2 soon to be released, I thought it would be a good idea if I write down my thoughts regarding the experience I had with the first game. I will go into detail in the sections below but for those who don’t want to read a long review here is a short summary:
    Nioh is a game in Souls/Borne genre. It tries its best to copy them but in my opinion it fails in every way.
    The level design is horrible, full of similar locations, bland set pieces. The enemy design is horrible as well forcing you to fight the same types of enemies till the end of game. Finally, the boss design, which not only is bad but the game keeps forcing you to fight the same bosses over and over and over again.
    To me personally Nioh lacks a lot of creativity. For some reason they didn’t bother creating new types of enemies, locations, bosses. So by the end of the game you will be killing the same enemies in basically the same locations a thousand times.
    Before I begin, I must address an issue. A few people think that Nioh is not in the Souls/Borne genre and is not trying to copy them in any way. These people are wrong. Souls/borne genre has a few characteristics which Nioh has as well, these characteristics being:
    1- Dropping your level up material (Amrita) on the ground the first time you die and losing them all together if you die before picking them up
    2- Having set points (Shrines) along the way to reset your items and enemies
    3- General difficulty of the game
    4- Bosses
    Souls/Borne genre has more characteristics but these are the ones that Nioh copies. So yes, Nioh is trying to be like Dark Souls.

    And now the detailed review:
    Good aspects of the game:
    1- The game can sometimes be enjoyable but that enjoyment for me was 5 percent of my entire play time
    2- The game has a feature with which you can change the look of your weapons and clothes which means if you get a good item but like the appearance of another you can change it.
    3- The stances
    And now the bad aspects of the game:
    1- Level design: The level design of the game is horrible. The areas all look alike. They differ in small ways but these differences aren’t enough to change the overall look. You spend most of your time in Japanese villages and that’s about it. I know that some people might argue that this level design was done in order to be historically accurate. But this logic is flawed since I don’t think The Japanese ever fought zombies and demons and multi headed elemental snakes. I think the reason for creating such environments is the easiness. It is much easier to create similar looking locations rather than creating different ones. When I look back at the game I don’t remember any location being my favorite and standing out from the rest. Bloodborne starts out in in the city. Every part of it is varied and different. After that we go to a cathedral area with graveyards and towering enemies. After that we fight our way through a forest. All different, every part unique. But Nioh? Same villages over and over and over again.
    2- Enemy design: This is one of the worst problems of Nioh. This game is very lacking in its enemy design. I think I encountered more enemy variety in the first major part of Bloodborne (Yharnam) than the entirety of Nioh. The more varied the enemy types are the more interesting and challenging it becomes. But no, Nioh just throws the same enemies at you over and over again. This enemy design is even lazier than the game’s level design since at the very least levels have some minor differences in them but enemies, nope. Exactly the same.
    3- Bosses: This has got to be the worst aspect of Nioh for me. Remember the laziness I described earlier during the design of Levels and enemies? It’s also present here. One of the most important characteristics of Souls/Borne genre is the bosses and if you manage to screw this one….
    One of the key aspects of From Sofware games is their Sountrack. Every boss has its own song. But Nioh doesn’t care at all about that. You are forced to listen to the same **** soundtracks over and over again.
    The bosses in this game can be categorized in 2 groups: Human and Monsters
    Human Bosses: There is just nothing to say here. You fight a lot of humans as bosses throughout the game. They have similar movesets and only differ in their general looks and weapons. Lazy as hell.
    Bloodborne has human bosses as well but each one is different in their movesets, locations, soundtracks. Father Gascoigne is different from Maria etc etc. To be fair Nioh’s human bosses have a few tricks here and there but nothing to make them stand out.
    Monster bosses: You’d think that creating monsters for a game should be an easy task and developers could fill the game with 20-30 of them easily. You would be wrong. Not only is the boss design bland and uninteresting but a lot of times you are forced to fight the same bosses again and again.    … Expand
  53. rocknmandan
    Nov 23, 2019
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It isn't actually good at all, the controls suck a little, the geplay is alright. But it left me with a feeling of unfunctionality. Ouch. Sorry.… Expand
  54. SonyBroWhirrrr
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    Another Souls clone that doesn't understand what makes the Souls games so good. Even Dark Souls 2 is better than this ****
  55. Greghead
    Nov 14, 2019
    1
    The awkwardness of combat early on in Nioh renders it almost unplayable. I usually like this type of game and can often forgive any shortcomings !! But after spending a couple of hours on it, I'll never play it again. Overrated garbage with broken gameplay mechanics !!
  56. Top_Yozhik
    Nov 13, 2019
    8
    Harder then "Souls", similar to sekiro due to setting, stamina system and killing strikes. Graphics is poor even for 2012, not to mention 2019. Cut-scenes are terrible too. But all these weaknesses are nothing against this lovely gameplay. You WILL die, you HAVE TO remember laxities of your enemies, you MUST tryhard and you will be REWARDED for that. A "must-have" project for "Souls" andHarder then "Souls", similar to sekiro due to setting, stamina system and killing strikes. Graphics is poor even for 2012, not to mention 2019. Cut-scenes are terrible too. But all these weaknesses are nothing against this lovely gameplay. You WILL die, you HAVE TO remember laxities of your enemies, you MUST tryhard and you will be REWARDED for that. A "must-have" project for "Souls" and Senghoku period fans. All the others may bypass.… Expand
  57. ardil3sz
    Nov 12, 2019
    6
    It certainly got some good parts but feels so unpolished. Framerate issues on PS4 slim, no anti-aliasing and straight up unfair bosses. Oh, and why would you put rainbow flying puppies with demons at the same time anyway?
  58. bil128
    Nov 12, 2019
    10
    Nioh is everything you would want from a soulslike game and more!! Dark RPG world, really deep Japanese-Oriental lore, easy camera movement, mesmerising sound and moves, moves, moves, literally endless moves to cut down your enemies.The graphicks are better than dark souls games with good art direction. Not as good as bloodborne but they support the game enough.The gameplay really standsNioh is everything you would want from a soulslike game and more!! Dark RPG world, really deep Japanese-Oriental lore, easy camera movement, mesmerising sound and moves, moves, moves, literally endless moves to cut down your enemies.The graphicks are better than dark souls games with good art direction. Not as good as bloodborne but they support the game enough.The gameplay really stands out in this game it… Expand
  59. BryanRJ
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good story, good gameplay and very hard! And I love games that challenge me to the extreme!...
    The only thing I didn't like was the giant spider ... these things give me the creeps >.    … Expand
  60. enemycamper
    Nov 9, 2019
    8
    Strong core mechanics with plenty of versatility and room for mastery.
    Varied and engaging level design.
    Lacking in enemy variety compared to its length.
    Loot mechanics overburden you with too many items.
  61. Undertuto
    Nov 7, 2019
    9
    Juego difícil pero genial. Darksouls con samurais. No sé cuántas horas le metí al juego pero fueron muchas. Juego largo, divertido, y con mucha acción.
  62. Scebol
    Nov 7, 2019
    10
    Awesome game, one of the best I've played on playstation 4. I especially love the equipment customization and the unique combat style.
  63. ty92
    Oct 18, 2019
    8
    I really like this game so far. I will update when I'm done but so far so good. Only thing I dont like is the save points are too far from each other. Its better than Dark Souls though. The combat is amazing.
  64. hknyrbkn
    Oct 16, 2019
    8
    Nioh is a fun game with each quest feeling like a beginning of a new adventure. It is hard, I died to Onryoki for a hundred times, until I figured out how to play. It is relentless but gives you so many tools to work with. Your blondie Dutch character does feel like he's getting better at things "Japan", unlike Sekiro, who just dies twice and nothing more.
  65. WilkerKof
    Sep 30, 2019
    10
    Melhor Jogo do PS4, lembra muito Onimusha3 do Playstarion 1.
    Muitas Builds, jogabilidade fluida, muitos combos e tem bons gráficos.
    Joguei mais de 400 horas.
  66. michaelb1928
    Sep 30, 2019
    6
    Started off strong but got bored eventually, not a fan of the amount of loot you get, there is just way too much stuff to pick up, chests do not feel rewarding to open, filled with fluff, bosses were fun, story was a mess, fun gameplay but overall didnt enjoy it that much
  67. ZeroXR
    Sep 4, 2019
    9
    A game with lots of information and build creations. Good graphics, scenarios, perfect character moveset. Many ways to play building your weapon your way. The game have a selectable scenarios and not all interconnected like BloodBorne, but don't think the game is a "souls". In gameplay is much more.
  68. ToddChavez
    Aug 19, 2019
    10
    Nioh is an epic, unforgettable adventure carried by a fierce combat system that cleverly balances style and strategy.
  69. bulger_paul
    Aug 4, 2019
    6
    It’s basically Dark Souls, but with much faster combat and without the elaborate architecture and level design. To Nioh’s credit, it actually does have a tutorial, something I wished Datk Souls did, since Dark Souls has a bunch of features and systems I still don’t understand. I found the combat in Nioh generally more fun in bite size pieces (though less satisfying overall), but withoutIt’s basically Dark Souls, but with much faster combat and without the elaborate architecture and level design. To Nioh’s credit, it actually does have a tutorial, something I wished Datk Souls did, since Dark Souls has a bunch of features and systems I still don’t understand. I found the combat in Nioh generally more fun in bite size pieces (though less satisfying overall), but without the elaborate world design and architecture, Nioh is missing pretty much half of what made me like Dark Souls.… Expand
  70. AceMoonwalker
    Aug 2, 2019
    7
    Nioh earns a rating of 7 out of 10. It's still a good game in it's own right, albeit very frustrating to play and it's still worth keeping on the positives as the developers surely have learned a lot from this endeavor. It's still a game you ought to try for yourself BUT only after you've played all the other entries in the genre such as Dark souls, Bloodborne and Sekiro.

    It fails to    Nioh earns a rating of 7 out of 10. It's still a good game in it's own right, albeit very frustrating to play and it's still worth keeping on the positives as the developers surely have learned a lot from this endeavor. It's still a game you ought to try for yourself BUT only after you've played all the other entries in the genre such as Dark souls, Bloodborne and Sekiro.

    It fails to adapt the unique feeling that you get from a FromSoftware game. Feels a lot like a bootleg game but in it's attempt of adapting into a soulslike, it still ended up as a good game. So props to Nioh, the decent soulslike.    … Expand
  71. lordofshadows
    Jun 21, 2019
    1
    Crap crap crap crap rubbish rubbish rubbish rubbish. Worst game i have ever played since i’m 5 years old. A truly definition of **** Don’t play this game trust me.
  72. Vapor96
    Jun 19, 2019
    9
    The combat system is absolutely great with three different stances to utilize. The locations are very interesting, such as a dark fishing village and a spider-infested castle; the atmosphere is simply there. Every enemy demands your respect and defeating them feels so satisfying. There truly is no cannon fodder here. However, prepare to die over and over again to normal enemies as well asThe combat system is absolutely great with three different stances to utilize. The locations are very interesting, such as a dark fishing village and a spider-infested castle; the atmosphere is simply there. Every enemy demands your respect and defeating them feels so satisfying. There truly is no cannon fodder here. However, prepare to die over and over again to normal enemies as well as super tough bosses. The amount of loot is a bit too heavy and thus inventory management consumes a lot of time.… Expand
  73. bcaoo
    Jun 19, 2019
    9
    Nioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what actionNioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what action RPGs can be.… Expand
  74. HayvenMoses
    Jun 19, 2019
    5
    I wish I could give this a better score but I cant even get past the first 30 minutes. I dont understand why the people that made this game wouldnt want it to be playable by everyone.This game is beyond Hard. Youd think developers would want as many people to enjoy their game as possible,but sadly in my opinion games like this are not at all enjoyable,dying after taking 2 hits and dyingI wish I could give this a better score but I cant even get past the first 30 minutes. I dont understand why the people that made this game wouldnt want it to be playable by everyone.This game is beyond Hard. Youd think developers would want as many people to enjoy their game as possible,but sadly in my opinion games like this are not at all enjoyable,dying after taking 2 hits and dying constantly is not enjoyable to me and Im sure Im not alone. Id love to play this game,it looks amazing but its just too hard.… Expand
  75. Halilegic
    May 17, 2019
    10
    Amazing game for me. People saying same to dark souls and yes but more than dark souls.
  76. BFMSAND
    May 14, 2019
    10
    Overall one of the best games in it genre , heres why:

    - Pretty fluid and fast gameplay wether it be on low or on high stance. - Many many weapons and armor sets, especially every armor and weapon from all human bosses available - Cool perks and also ninja / omnjio magic - Different / distinct atmosphere with the feudal japan setting. Everyone that likes soulsborne games with some    Overall one of the best games in it genre , heres why:

    - Pretty fluid and fast gameplay wether it be on low or on high stance.
    - Many many weapons and armor sets, especially every armor and weapon from all human bosses available
    - Cool perks and also ninja / omnjio magic
    - Different / distinct atmosphere with the feudal japan setting.

    Everyone that likes soulsborne games with some more rpg elements and loot grind should get that game.    … Expand
  77. BingTheChandler
    May 13, 2019
    9
    I got Nioh more than a year after it launched and I can safely say I should have not waited.

    The combat is fluid and precise. Each time I died I could accept it as my mistake rather than the game killing me cheaply or due to a bug/flaw. Replayability is also huge! After finishing the main story I never felt like stopping to play as there is so much more to do. Nioh 2 will be a Day    I got Nioh more than a year after it launched and I can safely say I should have not waited.

    The combat is fluid and precise. Each time I died I could accept it as my mistake rather than the game killing me cheaply or due to a bug/flaw.

    Replayability is also huge! After finishing the main story I never felt like stopping to play as there is so much more to do.

    Nioh 2 will be a Day 1 buy for me.    … Expand
  78. KingVilla1n
    May 3, 2019
    5
    Что-то невыносимое, архаичное и аркадное, после ювелирной отзывчивости Dark Souls. Ни одного запоминающегося босса (кроме Нобунаги с морозной девкой, потому что они вынесли все нервы). Скучнейший псевдоисторический сюжет. Мувсеты привязаны к типу оружия, которых здесь всего 4, т.е никаких уникальных видов оружия со своими уникальными движениями. Отвратительный визуальный дизайн иЧто-то невыносимое, архаичное и аркадное, после ювелирной отзывчивости Dark Souls. Ни одного запоминающегося босса (кроме Нобунаги с морозной девкой, потому что они вынесли все нервы). Скучнейший псевдоисторический сюжет. Мувсеты привязаны к типу оружия, которых здесь всего 4, т.е никаких уникальных видов оружия со своими уникальными движениями. Отвратительный визуальный дизайн и спецэффекты.
    Из плюсов можно выделить только большое количество шмоток и оружейных моделек. Являясь поклонником Ninja Gaiden и Ninja Gaiden 2 от тех же разработчиков, признать хоть какую-то ценность Nioh просто не могу.    … Expand
  79. my-games
    Apr 29, 2019
    9
    Nioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what actionNioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what action RPGs can be.… Expand
  80. JJota
    Apr 2, 2019
    10
    Fantastic Game! A masterpiece of Team Ninja. The difficulty is hard? in some points, yes...but if you already play the first Ninja Gaiden or Sigma, Demons Souls and others with same style, you can do it too.
  81. IceCraigg
    Apr 1, 2019
    3
    very terrible game.. boring, easy, map design is terrible, bosses are boring ,blows are not felt ,you'll beat the enemy with balls, but not with a sword, especially it can be seen on the bosses
  82. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Mar 31, 2019
    9
    "Nioh" features the gameplay of "Dark Souls" and the look of "Onimusha" . The developer, Team Ninja, previously made the "Ninja Gaiden" games and it shows. This is an extremely difficult action RPG that rewards practice and patience. It's faster-paced and more combat-oriented than the Souls titles, but it basically plays the same. You'll die hundreds of times since each enemy can kill you"Nioh" features the gameplay of "Dark Souls" and the look of "Onimusha" . The developer, Team Ninja, previously made the "Ninja Gaiden" games and it shows. This is an extremely difficult action RPG that rewards practice and patience. It's faster-paced and more combat-oriented than the Souls titles, but it basically plays the same. You'll die hundreds of times since each enemy can kill you in a number of seconds. However, unlike "Dark Souls", the art style is colorful with an almost over-the-top comic book aesthetic. The look is visually appealing and will entice fans of "Ninja Gaiden". I haven't finished "Nioh" (it includes up to 100 hours of gameplay), but I absolutely love the challenge and combat system. For me, this is a more fun than frustrating action title. I would rate it with a 9 out of 10.… Expand
  83. Rb420
    Mar 29, 2019
    10
    Best game to come out for combat since Ninja Gaiden. Team ninja impressed again with a phenomenal action title sure to pack hours of fun
  84. Gamer07
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    Best game I’ve played in a very long time, and this is coming from a very avid gamer.
  85. ShotGunPill
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    This is my favourite Samurai ninja game the game is tough but awesome the bosses are fun, the mission are truly enjoyable its fast paced though it has some few mechanics like dark souls games but who cares as long as gamers enjoy the game.
  86. GreenManGaming
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Nioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what actionNioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what action RPGs can be.… Expand
  87. BarelyLewd
    Mar 14, 2019
    9
    This game is from Team Ninja.... TEAM NINJA, yes that Team Ninja, and wow what a good first step into the Soulslike games, love this game so much, maybe even more than Dark Souls if that's even possible, they dropped the ball in the dlc, but the main game itself is so so good, I can not wait for the next title in the series.
  88. Mustermann
    Feb 24, 2019
    9
    Nioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what actionNioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what action RPGs can be.… Expand
  89. Sagaris918
    Feb 17, 2019
    8
    I spent over 600 hours in this game, so I obviously liked it. Let's start with the good things:

    + feudal Japan history is very intriguing, and this game can be a good starting point to learn more about the subject + the combat system is deep and complex, but more important is fun. It is also very fluid and responsive, especially when playing in Action Mode (which penalizes the graphics    I spent over 600 hours in this game, so I obviously liked it. Let's start with the good things:

    + feudal Japan history is very intriguing, and this game can be a good starting point to learn more about the subject
    + the combat system is deep and complex, but more important is fun. It is also very fluid and responsive, especially when playing in Action Mode (which penalizes the graphics but keeps the frame rate close to 60 fps in almost every situation)
    + there are lots of weapons and armors which can be customized to get specific bonuses, allowing the players to create their own build that suits their combat style. I also enjoyed collecting them and reading their description
    + the game is hard and offers a good challenge
    + OSTs are nice

    Sadly there are some issues that can't be overlooked:

    - enemies painfully lack in variety (some of them are recycled several times with different colors, and main bosses are often reused as mini bosses for both main and sub missions)
    - same goes for the maps. They are too often recycled for sub missions
    - as a result of the two previous points, sub quests are not really interesting
    - OSTs are often reused as well (minor issue, but detracts something from the experience)

    Conclusions: the game is very good but needs more variety. Hopefully Nioh 2 will improve in this aspect. Also a model viewer for weapons and armors would be great.    … Expand
  90. HugeyBear
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    Once you get past the opening section and can summon players to help with challenging bosses early on, you are ready to get stuck in. Then you can level up and become a god. The new game is where things begin. You can’t really review the game until you have completed way of the Nioh. It’s great being able to annihilate enemies with a variety of styles and skills. Once you get strong,Once you get past the opening section and can summon players to help with challenging bosses early on, you are ready to get stuck in. Then you can level up and become a god. The new game is where things begin. You can’t really review the game until you have completed way of the Nioh. It’s great being able to annihilate enemies with a variety of styles and skills. Once you get strong, dropping a few levels to help others is really fulfilling. The customization is huge, the combat quick and unforgiving. I loved the art style and the bosses were superb.… Expand
  91. Przemun1304
    Feb 15, 2019
    8
    Great chalange for DS fans, but this game and world doesn't even come close to FromSoftware universe. Very decent game and that's all.
  92. maxmoefoe
    Feb 10, 2019
    0
    Fake hard game with no SOUL. Playing this game is suffering and not in a good way. You don't get happiness from progressing. Its just trash hardness to make you suffer because you paid money for it. If you like paying money for suffering for 50 hours then go ahead and play this game. Team ninja has no vision nothing just a bunch of idiot suits all pitching in their dumb ideas and then madeFake hard game with no SOUL. Playing this game is suffering and not in a good way. You don't get happiness from progressing. Its just trash hardness to make you suffer because you paid money for it. If you like paying money for suffering for 50 hours then go ahead and play this game. Team ninja has no vision nothing just a bunch of idiot suits all pitching in their dumb ideas and then made this trash game. You will never be even 1/10th of a souls game bye.… Expand
  93. oknsnl
    Jan 29, 2019
    9
    Gameplay : 10 (Best combat mechanics of all time with DS3)
    Bosses : 9 ( Epic samurai fights :))
    Story : 7 (Story is not great but it is adequate.)
  94. sufflaminandus
    Jan 25, 2019
    5
    Finally, the solid contender for “almost Dark Souls” title. Yet some sources forget to empathize one crucial note: it’s a Diablo game as much as it is a Souls game. But about everything in order.

    William, blue-eyed fair-haired Irishman, embarks on a series of mission set in 1600, Japan, with the objective to capture an evil alchemist who snatched William’s guarding spirit. Japan is a    Finally, the solid contender for “almost Dark Souls” title. Yet some sources forget to empathize one crucial note: it’s a Diablo game as much as it is a Souls game. But about everything in order.

    William, blue-eyed fair-haired Irishman, embarks on a series of mission set in 1600, Japan, with the objective to capture an evil alchemist who snatched William’s guarding spirit. Japan is a state of semi chaos as multiple clans warring for power. Banditry thrives. Foreign forces use this opportunity to extract as much amrita as possible (by hideous means). Amrita, a yellow spirited stone, is what brings ‘magic’ into the game. In particular, it can turn humans into monsters. Other monster are yokai, Japanese folklore themed creatures.

    So the plot *exist*, which is already more than any Souls can offer us, but that’s it. The story and it’s narration cannot boast with anything else. My advice: read summary of historical events of Sengoku period. Wikipedia article will offer you much more insight on what’s goin’ on rather than numerous cutscenes in between the missions. Missions… the next downside.

    Nioh is a mission based game. So forget about seamless lore-filled world. Plus, the level design itself is mediocre. The images of painted villages, mountains, castles, temples probably won’t last long in your memory. Gameplay-wise, levels are Souls’ copy: shrines (bonfires), interesting enemy position, secret, shortcuts. And yet when you realize you’re playing Diablo, there won’t be left much reasons for exploring (I still did it though).

    Graphic is disappointing too. Shadow of Mordor, 2014 year game, looks much comely than 2017 Nioh. The only objects drawn with detail are people.

    But we reached bright side: gameplay. Nioh is a hybrid of Souls and Diablo. I will criticize Diablo aspect later, now let’s focus on Souls part. If you clueless about the series: Souls means solitarily exploring neatly design levels filled with hand-placed enemies, each of which alone is already challenge, two of which together is a trouble, and three is a death. Souls means monster respawn and experience loss on (second) death. Souls means health bar, stamina bar, dodges, accent on realistic impactful attacks where single well placed strike means defeat (for either you or enemy). Souls means RPG system that allows you to build different characters: quick light slasher, strong heavy hitter, kiting mage. And, of course, Souls is big scary bosses. Well, *all* of the listed applies to Nioh. So, what makes Nioh special?

    Nioh’s combat is *fast*. It’s is fast and fluid. There are three stances for each weapon type (low, middle, high), each compromising different moveset and, theoretically, having cons and pros to adapt to different situations. But forget about them. Simply pick weapon you like and enjoy the flow. Enjoy the animation. Enjoy uniqueness of your weapon. Master it and you will relish in how beautifully you slay adversaries. Objectively speaking, Souls combat might be more realistic and meaningful but fabulous pace of Nioh can (only barely) be matched by Bloodborne.

    Regarding Diablo. You see, Souls are *exploration games*. Why? Because everything is *finite* and NOT random. In Souls, every detail, every item is chosen and placed by human. And there is a limit on progression: at one point (easily achievable in one playthrough) you will have everything, there would be nothing more to do. And what is Diablo? Diablo is grinding hell. Add Nioh is Diablo in that aspect: each item is random, power progression is almost endless (‘thanks’ DLCs). No comments here.

    But there are few more shining beacons. Firstly, Nioh has INCREDIBLY comfortable interface. It allows you to do anything with ease and some of its possibilities just blow your mind when you see them (like busy or AFK icons above other players). Secondly, Nioh’s multiplayer wrecks hell. (One ‘but’: if you are PvP player, then no, it’s not wrecks hell, as there are no in-game encounters). But in PvE you are finally able to just press the button, find and player and help him get through the mission. And it’s the funny fact: mission system actually comes in handy here. Search is, at last, not restricted by gameplay position so finding companions to help/get help is fast from the very first mission till the very last (and on higher difficulties too).

    Looking back at my review, I see that I wrote ‘Souls’ more times than ‘Nioh’. Well, excuse me, it *is* a Souls clone. But one extremely well-made and addictive.

    5/10    … Expand
  95. classicq8
    Jan 22, 2019
    10
    very very very very good game
    just give yourself a time to learn and then you will love this amazing game
    10/10
  96. DrZomboid
    Jan 21, 2019
    3
    I didn't like level design and art style. Character models and movements are outdated. So I gave up after few hours. I should play DS Remaster and not this.
  97. Gette
    Jan 12, 2019
    0
    It's a bad game with the same enemies. How do we make the game more difficult? Increase boss's hp and damage! You'd need to hit like 100 hits against a boss while the boss can one shot you unless you grind and do perfect dodging. The landscape also looks boring lacking color, as if it were a game made in 2007. Don't believe the hype.
  98. jrdnnn
    Jan 11, 2019
    8
    Crushingly difficult but immensely enjoyable, Nioh is definitely a game to get lost in. It is The scale of the loot system alone is staggering, not to mention the replayable missions, multiple difficulty levels, great online play (co-op or PvE), endless stat builds, thorough weapon customisation and intuitive crafting. Combat is deceivingly deep, with one of five weapon classes accompaniedCrushingly difficult but immensely enjoyable, Nioh is definitely a game to get lost in. It is The scale of the loot system alone is staggering, not to mention the replayable missions, multiple difficulty levels, great online play (co-op or PvE), endless stat builds, thorough weapon customisation and intuitive crafting. Combat is deceivingly deep, with one of five weapon classes accompanied by numerous skills, combos and training missions. The weapons are truly different and make playing Nioh with each a different experience. The spear is heavy yet elegant, the kusarigama fast and unique, the sword trustworthy and versatile. The low, mid and high stance system and ki (stamina) system contribute to make battling in Nioh a sheer joy. It is fast, aggressive and heart-pounding in every instance, and wrong moves can genuinely cost you your life in a millisecond, even in the final region. Bosses are always challenging, and many have refreshing takes on battling. The difficulty of Nioh is, admittedly, a bit on the cheap side at times - you will never reach a point in this game where you can totally breeze through missions unless you grind like crazy (a viable pursuit in the end-game). One-hits can sometimes feel unfair and some bosses have ridiculously hard to avoid killer combos, but I managed to beat all main and side content - never give up!

    The art direction of Nioh is probably its main selling point next to the fluid combat. It drips in style, with every single aspect fitting of the feudal Japan environment. Music, text, costumes, architecture, lore...everything is perfectly realised and surprisingly vibrant in a otherwise dreary war-torn world. Guardian Spirits are a particular highlight for me; seeing a ghostly flame-coated phoenix or a huge water dragon erupt from your character to do battle with your enemies never gets boring, and their 'Living Weapon' function is visual treat AND powerful combat maneuver.

    Story-wise, Nioh falls down. The plot is bare-bones and often non-sensical, but it is fun to see genuine Japanese historical figures in a world of demons and spirits. From real-life ninjas, samurai and nobles to the figureheads at the front of the country-consuming war, it's cool to experience a (highly exaggerated) true(-ish) story! The pacing of the game suffers from the mission-based format, which is fun for dipping in and out of, but detracts from the already floundering storyline. Sub-missions are, to be fair, usually quite fun despite re-using levels, and are ALWAYS worthwhile loot-wise. If I'm totally honest, by the end I was SO ready to finish the game, despite enjoying it. It is exhausting in many ways but I loved it nonetheless.

    Although it became a little bit of a slog towards the end and the difficulty isn't as neat as it could be, Nioh is undoubtedly a fantastic game and doesn't deserve to be remembered as a copycat of another game series. It has so many unique, fun and well-designed aspects to its gameplay, and it totally stands by itself in my opinion. But, ultimately, its gorgeous setting is easily one of the more complete and successful stylistic directions I've had the pleasure of playing. It's charming and beautiful and I know that once I've recovered from the experience, I'll be back for more!    … Expand
  99. continue
    Jan 7, 2019
    10
    Nioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what actionNioh could well take over 100 hours if you set out to master its many side missions on top of its tough campaign, but it’s a challenge well worth taking. The way it builds on its most obvious inspirations with a highly refined combat system and an unexpectedly charming, yet gritty style all its own allows it to boldly carve out its own identity, standing as a shining example of what action RPGs can be.… Expand
  100. queenprophet
    Jan 3, 2019
    10
    I am not joking. This is the best action game, and possibly the best game ever created. Combat continuously shifts between passive and active simultaneously, and you have so many tools to deal damage or dodge & block the attack. Enemies are really deep as well, and level design is kind of simple but perfect. Do not miss this game.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 100 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 97 out of 100
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 100
  3. Negative: 0 out of 100
  1. games(TM)
    May 26, 2017
    80
    Challenging, beautiful and unique. [Issue#105, p.82]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Apr 11, 2017
    90
    The small, scattered levels live in the shadows of the Souls/Bloodborne worlds. Otherwise, Nioh matches - and occasionally surpasses - FromSoftware's genre giants. [Apr 2017, p.77]
  3. CD-Action
    Apr 5, 2017
    85
    After a series of letdowns Team Ninja returns to form it displayed with Ninja Gaiden Black. Nioh is a variation on the Souls series, and although it is not as intriguing story wise, its gameplay is much more enjoyable. [04/2017, p.46]
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