Nioh

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  1. fantasticknight
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Nioh - this is another masterpiece from the creators of Ninja Gaiden. And I assure you that it does not seem to Bloodborne and Dark Souls.
    Nioh - is much more complex and dangerous. He punishes even the most professional players, and nothing compares to this game.
    Atmosphere + The combat system + (masterpiece) History + Quests + Characters + Locations + (with the PS4 Pro game    Nioh - this is another masterpiece from the creators of Ninja Gaiden. And I assure you that it does not seem to Bloodborne and Dark Souls.
    Nioh - is much more complex and dangerous. He punishes even the most professional players, and nothing compares to this game.

    Atmosphere +
    The combat system + (masterpiece)
    History +
    Quests +
    Characters +
    Locations + (with the PS4 Pro game looks great)
    Optimization + (stable 30/60 FPS)
    I am very pleased that Team Ninja are back and made a revolution after the last part. Who loves hardcore and pain - you just have to play this masterpiece!    … Expand
  2. maxcraigwell
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    Cracking game! There are lots of comparison being drawn to the Souls games and Bloodborne but for me this game feels much more akin to Ninja Gaiden Sigma which was the first game I bought on PS3 and absolutely loved it. Combat is so much faster than Souls and combos are incredibly satisfying. This is a hardcore game but personally I have found it to be much easier than Souls/BloodborneCracking game! There are lots of comparison being drawn to the Souls games and Bloodborne but for me this game feels much more akin to Ninja Gaiden Sigma which was the first game I bought on PS3 and absolutely loved it. Combat is so much faster than Souls and combos are incredibly satisfying. This is a hardcore game but personally I have found it to be much easier than Souls/Bloodborne (which admittedly I've only played tiny amounts of) so if you're put off by the extreme difficulty aspect I'd still encourage you to give it a try, just accept that you will die a lot!… Expand
  3. Cj_Fongs
    Feb 18, 2017
    10
    When you completely understand the mechanics of this game, ESPECIALLY everything in the blacksmith area, then this game is a 9.6/10. It took me around 25 hours of gameplay and some google searching to completely understand the game so don't panic if you're lost at first. I scored the game 9.6 and not 10 because of the lack of character in William. Specifically, he seems to have almost noWhen you completely understand the mechanics of this game, ESPECIALLY everything in the blacksmith area, then this game is a 9.6/10. It took me around 25 hours of gameplay and some google searching to completely understand the game so don't panic if you're lost at first. I scored the game 9.6 and not 10 because of the lack of character in William. Specifically, he seems to have almost no emotion and that kind of affects the mood of the story. Anyway, buy the game if you are into stuff like souls games, blood-borne, or simply love to have a huge variety in weapon and armor choices.… Expand
  4. BLK99
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Es uno de los mejores juegos de hack and slash de la nueva generacion, el combate es todo un espectaculo, en lo tecnico y lo visual, y la curva de dificultad es variable segun la habilidad del jugador, pero las posibilidades de experimentar en los combates son increiblemente amplias, gracias a las herramientas, algo que no pasa demasiado con juegos del mismo genero, los enemigos siempreEs uno de los mejores juegos de hack and slash de la nueva generacion, el combate es todo un espectaculo, en lo tecnico y lo visual, y la curva de dificultad es variable segun la habilidad del jugador, pero las posibilidades de experimentar en los combates son increiblemente amplias, gracias a las herramientas, algo que no pasa demasiado con juegos del mismo genero, los enemigos siempre son un desafio y realmente entretenidos, nioh es de esos juegos que recompenza el esfuerzo y es muy gratificante.
    No es un juego sencillo, y la personalizacion de un personaje, ya sea armadura, armas o herramientas de combate son practicamente ilimitadas.
    Me encantaria que este juego tuviera varias secuelas, con mas personajes y sirviera de guia para otras compañias    … Expand
  5. Grehosh
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Gamers who hold speedrunning and time trial challenges close to their hearts will be in heaven here. Great challenge, funny concept, but the visuals and level design could be improved.
  6. babby
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Breddy gud :DDDDDD The combat is great because it manages to hack and slash, and also fearfully poke like a souls game. The game also punishes you for your mistakes, but allows you to breeze through enemies if you master the combat.
  7. wvserra
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Esse eu tive que vir analisar.
    Nioh impressiona por sua qualidade tecnica e gameplay, o jogo que tem clara influencia na serie souls, mas prossui sua propria indetidade, historia, gameplay, drop-rate, farm, dificuldade, tudo nesse jogo esta plenamente ajustado para proporcionar uma experiencia viciante!
  8. brianm97
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Dark souls with more features and much better combat system...........................................................................................
  9. Kouyou
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    So, this is my updated Nioh Review. Of course, as with user reviews, this is a highly personal one. Besides, i do not dislike the Souls Games or Diablo for Example.

    Sol, after playing all Trials and Nioh for quiet a lot of hours now, i can definitely this game has come a long way. And so do have i, as a player. In between, i felt like i should have given this game simply a 5 out of 10 -    So, this is my updated Nioh Review. Of course, as with user reviews, this is a highly personal one. Besides, i do not dislike the Souls Games or Diablo for Example.

    Sol, after playing all Trials and Nioh for quiet a lot of hours now, i can definitely this game has come a long way. And so do have i, as a player. In between, i felt like i should have given this game simply a 5 out of 10 - just for how brutal it may have seemed at that very moment. But after you got the hang of another hard encounter, it becomes doable and is immensely satisfying. Not only this, if you arrive at some point of almost "mastery" of the game and it's mechanics, you can finish bosses in the first or second attempt if you are careful (and maybe a little lucky ^^)

    Still, this game is not for the faint of heart :) Nioh really is a game that demands dedication. If you are not a Souls veteran and expect to blast through Nioh like you did blast through your last Call of Duty single player campaign, you are in for some severe frustration. But for all who know about this, i just sum up a few things i really like - and don't like - about the game:

    - fluid and responsive combat
    - the feeling of growth - your character gets stronger, developes, way more then like in the souls series
    - amazing custimization options
    - fascinating setting
    - nice character animations and effects
    - amazing character and enemy designs
    - ok'ish animation of cloth and stuff
    - varying levels of enviromental detail - from bleak to awesome, there is everything
    - interesting story line
    - crushing difficulty (sometimes i like it, sometimes i don't ^^)
    - some encounters feel "unfair" / time demanded to kill a boss can be pretty steep
    - awesome amount of content
    - random loot
    - smithing
    - some features that will keep you playing this game for a long, long time
    -- nightmare missions, leaderboards, clans to join, coop

    So, all in all, not much did change. The main thing being my attitude towards this game. It is like a special track of alternate music. There are tracks you do not immediately like, but they got this "something". After listening to them for many more times, you take a liking, and later on, they might become one of your all time favorites. Guess that happened with Nioh.

    In the end, a little Bloodborne / Dark Souls vs Nioh side on side-comparision.

    - Visuals: The engine of Nioh is optimized for performance, so in the end, the visuals are not as technically amazing as they have been in BB/DS
    - Combat: Different to Souls due to mostly very low wind up times, makes for a very speedy combat
    - Difficulty: this is hard .. i'd say Nioh is more demanding mechanically (you need to know your controls and combos), but in the end they are all hard.
    - Encounter Design: Well, Nioh has more, but BB/DS has the edge that almost all boss encounters were amazing. In Nioh, you got some that maybe an incredibly challenge, but when you dodge, drop into a freaking whole of a bridge .. that's just "meh" - doesn't feel right ^^ Though i got this feeling with some bosses in the other series too .. specially towards the end with some optional ones (like this one incredibly high hp hunter guy with the Katana ..)
    - Content: Well, though i think DS/BB have a nice replayabilty, Nioh has way more content and is (for me personal) more motivating to continue playing. It is simply amazing, the size of the world, so many levels and enviroments, the amount of gear, joining a clan, earn some honor, rank up in the leaderbords - it really has an amazing endgame.

    So, i hope i could help some people decide about this game :-) Bye and maybe see you in game!    … Expand
  10. DarkenedMatter
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Great gameplay, lore and characters so far. If you love Japanese culture and dark art style games you'll love Nioh. Hard to compare it to Dark Souls but it's got hints of it added into the combat features. It's not like Dark Souls/Demon Souls was the first game to come out that was really difficult. Anyone remember the old Mega Man games? Yeah, I do too. You'll love it if you love the SoulGreat gameplay, lore and characters so far. If you love Japanese culture and dark art style games you'll love Nioh. Hard to compare it to Dark Souls but it's got hints of it added into the combat features. It's not like Dark Souls/Demon Souls was the first game to come out that was really difficult. Anyone remember the old Mega Man games? Yeah, I do too. You'll love it if you love the Soul games and Onimusha. Highly recommended.… Expand
  11. best_boss
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    don't give attention to the fanboys of xbox and PC, who gave negative ratings to this masterpiece.
    This game is far much better than Dark souls, Bloodborne, Ninja gaiden, Diablo in my opinion.
    I have nothing to complain. even beta was so impressive and now that's a perfect example for an action game most people complain about its graphic, but the graphic is good enough for a brutal and    don't give attention to the fanboys of xbox and PC, who gave negative ratings to this masterpiece.
    This game is far much better than Dark souls, Bloodborne, Ninja gaiden, Diablo in my opinion.
    I have nothing to complain. even beta was so impressive and now that's a perfect example for an action game
    most people complain about its graphic, but the graphic is good enough for a brutal and fast action game like this and the game runs very stable.    … Expand
  12. Jackstone1
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    This game has an extreme difficulty, Nioh is not a game for anyone.This game is perfect. Team Ninja congratulations.If you are an FPS player, forget this game is not for you
  13. capitaoprice
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Nioh é um jogo onde você acaba ficando nervoso.
    O jogo lembra muito dark souls,ninja gaiden e onimusha.
    Você que está em duvida pode comprar sem medo o jogo é pura diversão
  14. cloudseven
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Nioh is a game where you end up getting nervous.
    The game reminiscent of dark souls, ninja gaiden and onimusha.
    You who are in doubt can buy without fear the game is pure fun
  15. carlospras
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Dark Souls and Bloodborne has a new challenger, as this new PS4 exclusive proves a more than worthy alternative.
    If you’ve heard anything about Nioh prior to its release it’s probably the fact that it’s a lot like Dark Souls. Which to many will mean simply one thing: it’s really hard. And that’s true, this is not an easy game. But there is so much more to Dark Souls’ appeal than just its    Dark Souls and Bloodborne has a new challenger, as this new PS4 exclusive proves a more than worthy alternative.
    If you’ve heard anything about Nioh prior to its release it’s probably the fact that it’s a lot like Dark Souls. Which to many will mean simply one thing: it’s really hard. And that’s true, this is not an easy game. But there is so much more to Dark Souls’ appeal than just its difficulty. It’s clear that developer Team Ninja understands that, and while Nioh does rely heavily on other games for its inspiration this adds just as much to the SoulsBorne formula as it borrows.    … Expand
  16. condyperes
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Nioh tem inspiração direta da série Souls - não há dúvida sobre isso. Enquanto outros títulos tentaram o seu melhor para emular esses jogos, este se baseia nessa base e cria uma experiência que é praticamente inigualável. Enquanto Almas pode às vezes se sentir lento e plodding, Nioh cranks o nível de energia até o ponto de ruptura ao entregar um absurdo fornecimento de conteúdo paraNioh tem inspiração direta da série Souls - não há dúvida sobre isso. Enquanto outros títulos tentaram o seu melhor para emular esses jogos, este se baseia nessa base e cria uma experiência que é praticamente inigualável. Enquanto Almas pode às vezes se sentir lento e plodding, Nioh cranks o nível de energia até o ponto de ruptura ao entregar um absurdo fornecimento de conteúdo para mantê-lo ocupado.… Expand
  17. sonicgold
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Nioh takes direct inspiration from the Souls series - there's no doubt about that. While other titles have tried their best to emulate those games, this one builds upon that foundation and creates an experience that is virtually unmatched. While Souls can at times feel slow and plodding, Nioh cranks the energy level to the breaking point while delivering an absurd supply of content to keepNioh takes direct inspiration from the Souls series - there's no doubt about that. While other titles have tried their best to emulate those games, this one builds upon that foundation and creates an experience that is virtually unmatched. While Souls can at times feel slow and plodding, Nioh cranks the energy level to the breaking point while delivering an absurd supply of content to keep you busy.… Expand
  18. gabigol
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    O combate no jogo é incrivelmente emocionante. Há cinco tipos de armas diferentes para escolher - katana, katana dupla, lança, machado, e o kusarigama (uma lâmina em uma corrente que você balançar ao redor). Cada arma tem uma postura baixa, posição média e posição alta; Cada postura modifica a oferta de poder de ataque e Ki (resistência) consumidos. Há também três tipos de armas de longoO combate no jogo é incrivelmente emocionante. Há cinco tipos de armas diferentes para escolher - katana, katana dupla, lança, machado, e o kusarigama (uma lâmina em uma corrente que você balançar ao redor). Cada arma tem uma postura baixa, posição média e posição alta; Cada postura modifica a oferta de poder de ataque e Ki (resistência) consumidos. Há também três tipos de armas de longo alcance: arcos, rifles e canhões de mão - o último dos quais é muito divertido de usar em grupos de inimigos.… Expand
  19. gabmario
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    El combate en el juego es increíblemente emocionante. Hay cinco tipos diferentes de armas para elegir - katana, katana dual, lanza, hacha y el kusarigama (una cuchilla en una cadena que se balancea). Cada arma tiene una postura baja, posición media y posición alta; Cada postura modifica el suministro de poder de ataque y Ki (resistencia) consumido. También hay tres tipos de armas de largoEl combate en el juego es increíblemente emocionante. Hay cinco tipos diferentes de armas para elegir - katana, katana dual, lanza, hacha y el kusarigama (una cuchilla en una cadena que se balancea). Cada arma tiene una postura baja, posición media y posición alta; Cada postura modifica el suministro de poder de ataque y Ki (resistencia) consumido. También hay tres tipos de armas de largo alcance: arcos, rifles y cañones de mano - el último de los cuales es muy divertido de usar en grupos de enemigos.… Expand
  20. geovans
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    To me, Team Ninja has always had very impressive art direction in their titles and Nioh is no exception. The breathtaking vistas are a sight to behold, backed by an excellent musical score and terrific voice acting, both in English and Japanese, that never broke my immersion.
  21. gilmars
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Para mim, Team Ninja sempre teve direção de arte muito impressionante em seus títulos e NIOH não é excepção. As vistas deslumbrantes são um espetáculo para ser visto, apoiado por uma excelente trilha sonora e dublagem fantástico, tanto em Inglês e Japonês, Isso nunca quebrou meu imersão.
  22. charlesvan
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Not only is it visually remarkable, but the game is technically sound. Despite the size of the maps and the different AI it needs to generate, load times are practically nonexistent even on a base PlayStation 4 - something I’m sure Souls fans will take notice of. I found myself getting surprised at how quickly I was able to launch right back into a game between levels or deaths.
  23. lucasq
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Nioh takes direct inspiration from the Souls series - there's no doubt about that. While other titles have tried their best to emulate those games, this one builds upon that foundation and creates an experience that is virtually unmatched. While Souls can at times feel slow and plodding, Nioh cranks the energy level to the breaking point while delivering an absurd supply of content to keepNioh takes direct inspiration from the Souls series - there's no doubt about that. While other titles have tried their best to emulate those games, this one builds upon that foundation and creates an experience that is virtually unmatched. While Souls can at times feel slow and plodding, Nioh cranks the energy level to the breaking point while delivering an absurd supply of content to keep you busy.… Expand
  24. Dekado
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    What is there to say? An amazing game, insanely difficulty but so rewarding when finally finishing a stage!
    One of the biggest rewards is getting to the world map and hearing that awesome soothing music!
    Great gameplay, item system (UI of inventory is a bit meh but not critical enough to reduce points) is awesome, stats and skill points makes for many different fun builds. Could go on    What is there to say? An amazing game, insanely difficulty but so rewarding when finally finishing a stage!
    One of the biggest rewards is getting to the world map and hearing that awesome soothing music!
    Great gameplay, item system (UI of inventory is a bit meh but not critical enough to reduce points) is awesome, stats and skill points makes for many different fun builds. Could go on and on but time's a wasting, play Nioh!    … Expand
  25. symmetricon
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Absolutely stunning game-play and mechanics. The controls are super smooth, technical and consistent. The game-play is challenging yet fair. I'm in love with it.
  26. raizou
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Truly brillant, dynamic, masterpiece epic game. Gameplay better than Dark Souls. Really recommended for every dark souls fans.
    New Game of the Year 2017
  27. andersonptbr
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Very good gameplay, striking bosses a wide variety of items. A challenging game a full plate for fans of dark souls and blood post. A great exclusive.
    A great story plus a masterful combat system. The game is good Depends on the personal taste of each person. Who looks for challenges with quality will surely find in NIOH
  28. Worm_TV
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    I felt compelled to create an account just to review this game, as so far (20 hours in) I am obsessed.

    Starting off, if you are a souls/bloodborne fan you WILL love this. The combat is tight and very easy to comprehend after a few hours. It is different in some ways with different stances and is a lot of fun getting to try them out on bosses. I love the loot system and it keeps things    I felt compelled to create an account just to review this game, as so far (20 hours in) I am obsessed.

    Starting off, if you are a souls/bloodborne fan you WILL love this. The combat is tight and very easy to comprehend after a few hours. It is different in some ways with different stances and is a lot of fun getting to try them out on bosses. I love the loot system and it keeps things interesting, especially knowing that a difficult character will probably give you something awesome. I don't find it as difficult as a souls game, but still very punishing none the less. I really love the characters and story, adding in actual characters from samurai history and folklore. The graphics are great, especially if you have a ps4 pro with 30 frames in 4k or 60 frames 1080p. I played in both 4k and 1080p and never really noticed a frame rate drop, espcially when compared to the drops you would find in a souls game (sorry for comparing).

    Bottom line is, you should play this, even if you aren't a masochistic souls fan. The loot and progression is very fun and a good addition for this style of game. Also, wanted to make sure this game is getting the praise it deserves, and not to be **** on by a fan boy of a different console.    … Expand
  29. ivanhellsing
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Damm, cant explain how coll is this game.
    If you like bloodborne and Darksouls you really will enjoy this.
    And man, if you like samurais, this is your game.
  30. Monuminides
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    Basado en un Japón feudal donde reina la violencia y por cuyo motivo el país se ve asolado no solo por enemigos humanos sino también por yokais (demonios del folklore japonés).

    Es inevitable nombrar la obra de from software al hablar sobre Nioh, ya que claramente el título ha tomado prestadas algunas de sus mejores características, pero hablar de Nioh como un "soulsborne" más se queda    Basado en un Japón feudal donde reina la violencia y por cuyo motivo el país se ve asolado no solo por enemigos humanos sino también por yokais (demonios del folklore japonés).

    Es inevitable nombrar la obra de from software al hablar sobre Nioh, ya que claramente el título ha tomado prestadas algunas de sus mejores características, pero hablar de Nioh como un "soulsborne" más se queda corto y es injusto. El juego va mucho más allá adquiriendo su propia identidad que te hará olvidar por completo los "soulsborne". La dificultad que tanto ansían los veteranos del souls se hará presente pero de forma paulatina, al principio el veterano sentirá algo “fácil” el juego, poco a poco la dificultad se hará presente hasta suponer un verdadero desafío. Contaremos con un sistema de combate que es una verdadera obra maestra, el cual una vez que dominemos tendremos a nuestro favor todo lo necesario para derrotar a nuestros enemigos. Nioh es un juego táctico, si bien a los enemigos más débiles podremos matarlos “machacando botones” aquellos más desafiante nos obligarán a replantearnos el combate y a atacar cuando corresponda. Dominar el pulso de ki es fundamental y si bien al principio se siente poco natural, con el correr de las horas se integrará en nuestro estilo de juego haciendo que realicemos el “pulso” como si de un baile se tratase.

    Si bien habrá cosas que pueden hacer tambalear el juego como las reacciones poco efusivas de los personajes cuando hemos derrotado ese jefe tan imposible, o el hecho de que el mundo no esté todo interconectado y que el juego se inicie desde un mapa.

    Con todo Nioh es una obra maestra que todo jugador que busque un desafío debe probar. El trabajo de Team Ninja no caerá en el olvido.    … Expand
  31. cullenk96
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    i gib this solid 5/7 good game, have 60 hours in first area goob GOOD game!! i have18 hours in just training lvl i am lvl 56 i extrwmeley enjoy the jeschures they remind me of the best game ever dark souls 2 better than the others havent played dark souls 1, 3 bloodborne or demons souls, 1v1 me please i am very bored at work
  32. kei0079
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    Nioh is a beautiful gory Action-RPG with a deep combat system, interchangeable move sets allowing new combos & tons of gear customisation.
    the performance is excellent on Ps4 & Pro,
    Blending the Sengoku period with a mystical fantasy setting leads to stunning visuals, along with an impressive array of varied bosses and enemies.
  33. bellotukurm
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    I have to say that the early bosses in this games are the hardest in any game. Right after the first easy boss fight the next will hit you 5 times harder. This doesn't mean that all the bosses are extremely hard. their difficulty fluctuates but it get's harder. It never feels unfair but it scares you when a boss you've been fighting for 8 minutes is almost dead and any recless action willI have to say that the early bosses in this games are the hardest in any game. Right after the first easy boss fight the next will hit you 5 times harder. This doesn't mean that all the bosses are extremely hard. their difficulty fluctuates but it get's harder. It never feels unfair but it scares you when a boss you've been fighting for 8 minutes is almost dead and any recless action will lead to your demise. All I can say is I'm enjoying this more than darksouls by far.… Expand
  34. jmvc80
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    Amazing game with japanese folkore at it very best. Never remind me of Dark Souls or Bloodborne which are games that I like so much, this games feels different from the start with a nice view of telling the story. Superb combat, many items and differentiation from other games.
    A truly masterpiece in every sense.
    I would like to say that when some people rates a game with 0 they do it to    Amazing game with japanese folkore at it very best. Never remind me of Dark Souls or Bloodborne which are games that I like so much, this games feels different from the start with a nice view of telling the story. Superb combat, many items and differentiation from other games.
    A truly masterpiece in every sense.
    I would like to say that when some people rates a game with 0 they do it to not contibute in any way. I would love to see if what those people would say when at their jobs their boss says to them that their job is 0, sure they will say that why the boss gave me that? Im making a good job. So please think first when you make a review and try to contribute and not to destroy.
    Thanks.    … Expand
  35. BambamRR
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    This game is amazing, the best of style onimusha and dark souls, big bosses, variety of weapons, combat modes and the hard difficulty make this game a perfect boy for this month... O jogo é bom demaaaaais pessoal, viciante é ele, não paro de jogar mais esse negócio....
  36. Katoplepas
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    Excelent game.
    Good graphics, smooth fps on Action mode. Good fighting mechanics and story telling.
    Has so many elements that give it a brand new self personality, It's not a simply 'DS Clone' if you ask me.
  37. babasime
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    wtf so little ads about this game before the launch, had i not play the beta i wouldnt even give this game a try. 10/10 , it's worth your money. The only downside maybe is that the main char somehow look like the main character from the witcher
  38. Deanomite
    Oct 29, 2017
    10
    The challenge level is so high I am scared to turn it on sometimes, knowing in advance the profanities i would eventually be screaming at my television. i restarted after the first 10 hours because it took that long to understand the mechanics. The way enemies leave pools of depression to sap your strength, your own stamina is your worst enemy, and the Japanese Buddhist Lore fills everyThe challenge level is so high I am scared to turn it on sometimes, knowing in advance the profanities i would eventually be screaming at my television. i restarted after the first 10 hours because it took that long to understand the mechanics. The way enemies leave pools of depression to sap your strength, your own stamina is your worst enemy, and the Japanese Buddhist Lore fills every frame, it grabs you with impeccable visual beauty, sound, story, costume art and a progression of items and skills that melds with your skill development to magnify the experience. I often have to use every dirty trick i can to survive, have to reach down deep inside to progress. I know it is trite to say, but i have never played a better game.… Expand
  39. thatboisuper
    Feb 19, 2017
    10
    This game is great, I really didn't expect it to be this good but it is. First of all the graphics are pretty nice, you have an option to choose between three different modes, action mode, and two movie modes. Action mode is locked at 30 fps but the resolution on a standard ps4 will be 720 which looks pretty blurry. The movie mode locks the game at 30fps with a big improvement in graphicalThis game is great, I really didn't expect it to be this good but it is. First of all the graphics are pretty nice, you have an option to choose between three different modes, action mode, and two movie modes. Action mode is locked at 30 fps but the resolution on a standard ps4 will be 720 which looks pretty blurry. The movie mode locks the game at 30fps with a big improvement in graphical fidelity.

    Gameplay is great, with combat similar to DS and BB but faster and way cooler IMO. You have many weapons to play around with and a nice deep leveling system. There's tons of loot to find in this game which includes some really col armor. Its actually very similar to diablo so thats really cool too!

    The difficulty is pretty tough too, some people might not like this but Im cool with it since i have a lot of patience. If you get easily angered dont even touch this game lol because youre gonna lose your cool fast.

    Overall, graphics are nice, gameplay is A++ and the story in interesting. Definately pick this up if you like a good challenge!    … Expand
  40. Quabler
    Feb 20, 2017
    10
    Nioh is the best action game throughout the many platforms I have experienced. On the one hand, it has a hardcore play style, but on the other hand, it has convenient system for the light-player. Somewhat scarce graphics filled with overwhelming mise-en-scène and excellent lighting effects. May be you could do some repetitive actions to get rare item in the game, but it'll be pleasure ofNioh is the best action game throughout the many platforms I have experienced. On the one hand, it has a hardcore play style, but on the other hand, it has convenient system for the light-player. Somewhat scarce graphics filled with overwhelming mise-en-scène and excellent lighting effects. May be you could do some repetitive actions to get rare item in the game, but it'll be pleasure of the things that makes this game more fun. There are separate skills of each weapons that have multiple skill-tree. It looks like Diablo series. If you are an action-RPG enthusiast, you'll have the best experience in this year.… Expand
  41. Ivancr20589
    Feb 21, 2017
    10
    An excellent video game when i see this video game in the store i'm only say well it looks great and really looks great. I love this game cause have the essence of dark souls but the combat are so fast and fantastic. The history is not the best but it is entertaining.
  42. YoungKratos51
    Feb 27, 2017
    10
    Nioh is like a dream come true for me. As a child I use to read Japanese mangas such as King of Hell and Ruroni Kenshin. I would Always think to myself how awesome it would be to play a game like books. Well my dream has been answered. Nioh is a absolute masterpiece and my game of the year HANDS DOWN!
  43. MrComrade
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    I thoroughly enjoyed this game. It really is an amazing experience. I love the setting, the atmosphere, the characters, and it was a good challenge for me.
  44. EDVMTH
    Mar 1, 2017
    10
    Game with well-made combat aspects, enemies with well-developed difficulties and change of posture of combat for each enemy to have greater effectiveness. For those who like a great RPG and fighting game i highly recommend this game.
  45. 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.
  46. 1714742610
    Mar 4, 2017
    10
    Nioh and soul series is somewhat similar, but in the game and design is very different, he has their own unique charm, the background of the Japanese Warring States and straightforward fighting, the first half of the year the best game
  47. amxtr
    Mar 5, 2017
    10
    Increible, el sistema de combate un espectaculo, ojala salga segunda parte pero con armas de otro lugar Europa o Africa, con la calidad que trabaja esta gente seguro les sale otra joya

    Aunque para los dlc pendientes me gustaria ver los nunchakus, los say y los tonfa, seria genial
  48. KuBr0
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    I'm a fan of bloodsouls games and I simply love NioH even more than I loved going from dark souls to bloodborne. This game is extremely deep, has a very challenging, but yet natural way of controlling the combat (changing stances mid combo ect.) and I simply can't get enough of it. I already completed more than 100 coop missions and you really can see the difference between ppl which areI'm a fan of bloodsouls games and I simply love NioH even more than I loved going from dark souls to bloodborne. This game is extremely deep, has a very challenging, but yet natural way of controlling the combat (changing stances mid combo ect.) and I simply can't get enough of it. I already completed more than 100 coop missions and you really can see the difference between ppl which are in full control of their character and between those, that just smash the buttons and use one stance, lel ;) What is good is, that the noobs slowly vanish as the time goes, but on the other hand, competition grows stronger as we're getting closer to PvP release ;) oh boy, can't wait ... what a game!!!… Expand
  49. Funposting
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    Challenging, yet rewarding, Nioh will satisfy fans of the Souls series and newcomers alike. It's early in the year, yet I can safely assume that this will be the PS4's killer app of 2017.
  50. crawft
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    If you call yourself a gamer, buy this game. This is the best adventure game for PS4 so far (I admit that I did not play The Witcher 3). From Castlevania, to Demons' Souls, now to Ni-Oh, a game that borrows from Dark Souls, but surpasses it with original content/freshness. As others have said here, this game is worth it's cost --and more considering games often do not have this muchIf you call yourself a gamer, buy this game. This is the best adventure game for PS4 so far (I admit that I did not play The Witcher 3). From Castlevania, to Demons' Souls, now to Ni-Oh, a game that borrows from Dark Souls, but surpasses it with original content/freshness. As others have said here, this game is worth it's cost --and more considering games often do not have this much quality content nowadays. Truly a gem for the traditional console player who prefers blades/melee over insipid FPS titles. Do not miss this.… Expand
  51. jeremydecola
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Just finished Nioh's main campaign, started New Game+ and after a little over 60 hours of pure enjoyment, I must say, this game's combat mechanics bring a depth unlike anything you would expect from a soulsborne-esque game. The reason for that being that this is NOT a soulsborne game. Replay value is tremendous. Graphics, although dated, are nice to look at. The game can be frustrating atJust finished Nioh's main campaign, started New Game+ and after a little over 60 hours of pure enjoyment, I must say, this game's combat mechanics bring a depth unlike anything you would expect from a soulsborne-esque game. The reason for that being that this is NOT a soulsborne game. Replay value is tremendous. Graphics, although dated, are nice to look at. The game can be frustrating at first but never disheartening; never did I actually feel like giving up. Customization is nearly endless and content is plentiful. The game's soundtrack meshes very well with each scene, adding to the ominous yet epic events that unfold. This is a very memorable game indeed. If you have a PS4, I suggest picking this game up. You won't regret it!… Expand
  52. Muffin-Reviews
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Nioh review: Where can I start with this game and why you should go and buy it. If you're a fan of SoulBorne or just looking for a good RPG to have a good fun challenge, this is it! Nioh has a very fantastic setting in the game that takes place in Primarily in Japan. Nioh has an incredible story you meet a lot of Japanese Shoguns in the year 1600. One of my favorite things about this gameNioh review: Where can I start with this game and why you should go and buy it. If you're a fan of SoulBorne or just looking for a good RPG to have a good fun challenge, this is it! Nioh has a very fantastic setting in the game that takes place in Primarily in Japan. Nioh has an incredible story you meet a lot of Japanese Shoguns in the year 1600. One of my favorite things about this game is the different enemies and bosses and just how original they are in every way. I will iterate on the bosses. This game is so great with these bosses that they are probably one of the best and most original I've ever seen on any PS4 game so far. The combat is faster than the SoulBorne games, and the player has three forms they can use in interchange during combat so it would not be stale. In conclusion, this game is one of the best games I've played on the PS4.… Expand
  53. Wulgard
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    absolutely fantastic game. This is a really fast pace dark souls type of games with really good music, graphics are gorgeous and the game play is really solid. i recommend this game.
  54. gummibear
    Mar 22, 2017
    10
    This is my first foray into the genre of extreme difficulty action rpgs and boy did this game kick my ass at first. I had grown accustomed to the casual format of these types of games and my initial experience with Nioh was overwhelming. At one point I erased the game thinking that it was not humanly possible for me to beat an early boss. But I couldn't get the game out of my head so IThis is my first foray into the genre of extreme difficulty action rpgs and boy did this game kick my ass at first. I had grown accustomed to the casual format of these types of games and my initial experience with Nioh was overwhelming. At one point I erased the game thinking that it was not humanly possible for me to beat an early boss. But I couldn't get the game out of my head so I went back in...and boy am I glad that I did so!

    This game is 100% about combat and it does it better than any game I've ever played. To like Nioh is to immerse yourself into the complexity of its combat mechanics which are brilliant. Its not about reactions (quick dodges) or coordination (slinging complex combos)!!! It is about studying your opponents, understanding their attacks and weaknesses and being able to devise a winning strategy. This aspect of the game encourages you to learn and master different weapons and different stances. This even applies to the armor your wear. Sometimes its good to have the extra protection of heavy armor...sometimes its better to have the agility and stamina of light/ninja armor. The numbers of layers of complexity to the fighting mechanics are really the star of the game and what keeps you coming back for more.

    Level design is decent enough although fairly linear. Story is not really a strong part of the game.

    In terms of the RPG aspects, leveling skills and getting new gear are satisfying although not game changing. There will be small improvements and cool new weapons at times, but ultimately they have limited effect on the outcome of your battles.

    I am very surprised to have taken such a liking to this game because I typically like action RPGs that are also very strong on story and RPG elements.    … Expand
  55. maximumV1OLENCE
    Mar 23, 2017
    10
    Pros: Excellent combat with good control and speed. Interesting setting and Japanese Demon mythos. Beautiful game world, main character, NPC's and monsters/Oni look amazing. Cons : somewhat
    repetitive combat, random/worthless loot. Clunky inventory mgt. Complex gear upgrade system. Summary : This game is not for casuls. If you can't play Souls/Bloodborne then this    Pros: Excellent combat with good control and speed. Interesting setting and Japanese Demon mythos. Beautiful game world, main character, NPC's and monsters/Oni look amazing. Cons : somewhat
    repetitive combat, random/worthless loot. Clunky inventory mgt. Complex gear upgrade system. Summary : This game is not for casuls. If you can't play Souls/Bloodborne then this game will frustrate you. For the skilled and patient player this game is quite a gem. As of this writing pvp is not in game. Set to be added April 2017.    … Expand
  56. whoever13
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    Nioh may be the pinnacle of action-rpgs in the vein of From Software's Souls-series. Mechanically refined to perfection - you can truly see the pedigree of developer Team Ninja -, it's really the deep systems that set this game apart from the masses of action-rpgs.

    + deep rpg-systems + heavily customizable gameplay + tight controls + very well balanced (if you like a good challenge:    Nioh may be the pinnacle of action-rpgs in the vein of From Software's Souls-series. Mechanically refined to perfection - you can truly see the pedigree of developer Team Ninja -, it's really the deep systems that set this game apart from the masses of action-rpgs.

    + deep rpg-systems
    + heavily customizable gameplay
    + tight controls
    + very well balanced (if you like a good challenge: demands your attention!)
    + smart level design that encourages exploration
    + impressive boss-fights
    + stunning animation-work
    + technically sound
    + interesting setting
    + expansive campaign with incredible replay-value

    - some frustrating scenes
    - enemy variety falls a little short
    - some environments a little dark
    - overwhelming (if well structured) menus

    The story is convoluted and tonally all over the place, yet uses its setting and humor well and never gets in the way of gameplay.
    Technically Nioh impresses with brilliant animations and moody design as well as the option for the player to choose between a high framerate or a higher resolution. For me personally, the environments tend to be a bit too dark, especially in the main missions.

    The game has many similarities to Bloodborne but the controls are even tighter, the action even faster. Instead of the Souls-typical Metroidvania structure, Nioh is structured more conventionally, with many seperate (but still big and intelligently designed) levels that offer main- or side-missions. There is a heavy emphasise on loot, which will hook those, who love grinding for gear but won't stand in the way if you are not that type of gamer, as I am.

    The enemies are creatively designed. However, given the huge size of the game (plan to play around 40 hours to see the end credits, with many side-missions and activities for replay value), the enemy variety is a bit lacking. The many boss-encounters range from fairly standard to absolutely brilliant. Most of them are beautifully created, but a few are less about searching for a fitting strategy but rather brute force.

    Finally a word on the difficulty: Yes, Nioh demands your full attention. Even the tiniest enemy can be a lethal threat. However, since the game allows for so many solutions for any given task, each gamer who wants to beat the game, should be able to. You just have to figure out, which systems benefit your play-style the most: Do you want to hack and slash through the game? Grind for experience and gear! Do you like to use items, trick enemies and play stealthily? Learn Ninja-powers! Want to fight many enemies at once? Learn axe-combos! Are you a explorer? Find the kodamas and benefit from their help. Are you a social gamer? Invite friends to help you!, etc.etc... The systems in Nioh are so very deep and varied that about every gamer should find a way to enjoy the game. This, of course, is further emphasized by the very responsive controls.    … Expand
  57. ThanatosTM
    Apr 17, 2017
    10
    Nioh is a solid game.If you liked demons.dark.bloodborne series then Nioh is a must for you.Nioh will grab you from the first minute til the end.I know the game have some small issues but overall the rest of it is a masterpiece.i give 10/10 because its a perfect game among the **** games are out and coming this year.
  58. Nefertem88
    Apr 30, 2017
    10
    A game which took 12 years to be made couldn't disappoint. And it didn't, at all. Forget comparison to Dark Souls and Bloodborne, this NioH is one of a kind.Historical background, graphics, gameplay itself, loot item system, weapon variety, enemies, long walkthrough, both complex and rich combat system make this game a sexual experience. Safe bet to play. No regrets. Even after its end,A game which took 12 years to be made couldn't disappoint. And it didn't, at all. Forget comparison to Dark Souls and Bloodborne, this NioH is one of a kind.Historical background, graphics, gameplay itself, loot item system, weapon variety, enemies, long walkthrough, both complex and rich combat system make this game a sexual experience. Safe bet to play. No regrets. Even after its end, you'd play it out up to 1000 more hours. Priceless. Its price pays off.… Expand
  59. lucholichi
    May 1, 2017
    10
    nada que envidiarle a la saga souls, mis aplausos. la jugabilidad rapida es de lo mejor que hay a nivel gameplay una veradera maravilla y poder elegir entre las 3 opciones de golpe le da ese toque extra que suma bastante
  60. Monco_Carser
    Nov 29, 2017
    10
    Loving Nioh and I haven´t cared about other "Dark Souls related games" before. Set in feudal Japan with fast paced battles and they can seem intimidating, but you progress and learn all the time. Therefore you get small and rewarding steps forward constantly. Bosses are the hardest part, but with patience you will eventually master them. There is always reason for your death and you mustLoving Nioh and I haven´t cared about other "Dark Souls related games" before. Set in feudal Japan with fast paced battles and they can seem intimidating, but you progress and learn all the time. Therefore you get small and rewarding steps forward constantly. Bosses are the hardest part, but with patience you will eventually master them. There is always reason for your death and you must learn what you can do better.… Expand
  61. Noobling
    May 30, 2017
    10
    I don't normally write reviews for games. I am a bit of a lurker. I, however, feel compelled to express my opinion on Nioh.

    It is a game that really resonates with me, and I am addicted to it. The combat is fluid, the weapons and skills are varied, and the loot (including soul-matching and reforge options) is wonderful. Nioh is, perhaps, the love-child of Diablo 2, the Tenchu    I don't normally write reviews for games. I am a bit of a lurker. I, however, feel compelled to express my opinion on Nioh.

    It is a game that really resonates with me, and I am addicted to it.

    The combat is fluid, the weapons and skills are varied, and the loot (including soul-matching and reforge options) is wonderful.

    Nioh is, perhaps, the love-child of Diablo 2, the Tenchu series, and the Dark Souls series. I love it.    … Expand
  62. MrPrado
    Jul 18, 2017
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Very challenging, but with lots of possibilities for builds and equipment. The story is not so shallow as some people say as most of the characters really existed and the main storyline takes place during real events that occurred in Japan.
    For players looking for a great challenge, this is the right option as, in my opinion, it can be more difficult than any    This game is a masterpiece. Very challenging, but with lots of possibilities for builds and equipment. The story is not so shallow as some people say as most of the characters really existed and the main storyline takes place during real events that occurred in Japan.
    For players looking for a great challenge, this is the right option as, in my opinion, it can be more difficult than any Souls game. For those looking most for fun than challenge it's the right choice as well as you are not required to play the most difficult modes, although it's recommended to enjoy everything the game has to offer.    … Expand
  63. 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
  64. PsychoKillerGR
    May 14, 2018
    10
    I hate souls games but i love Nioh.For me is top 5 games in ps4.I waiting nioh 2.
  65. CyberRobotnix
    Mar 8, 2018
    10
    This game is impressive, visually, in terms of gameplay and level design.
    Even if I tried it would be way too hard for me to find a single flaw.
  66. David101618
    Jan 13, 2021
    10
    amazing game, it is not a dark souls clone, this game has a deep amazing combat, and hard as balls but amazing, not for casuals (Fornite, Fifa, call of duty fans stay away)
  67. madcritic_
    Mar 17, 2018
    10
    Nioh is an epic, unforgettable adventure carried by a fierce combat system that cleverly balances style and strategy.
  68. yoki76
    Jun 8, 2018
    10
    Fantastic game. I must admit I'm enjoying Nioh more than I ever enjoyed any of other 'soul' game before. Love the whole Edo period, yokai theme. I'm in love with all the little nuances on the gameplay mechanics. Simply brilliant!
  69. 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.
  70. NazgulPrime
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    I love this game. I scored it when I finished it a 9 and now that I've finally played the DLCs, I'm upping the score to 10.

    I'll keep buying iterations of this game, as long as Sony is making them.

    I enjoyed this more than Dark Souls, please don't hate me guys.
  71. shenkenhigh
    Feb 14, 2023
    10
    To be fair it's 9/10, the dlc content is just very overpowered and kinda annoying to get at. Otherwise a great game
  72. Ampov
    Dec 29, 2018
    10
    Dynamic, Stylish, Colorful, Re-playable, Educational, Narrative ...
    The first time i played it, i got to 40% of the story and could'n move forward. My bad skill and experience build did not allow me to continue the game and enjoy it properly. So, i hate it it ... I hate it it so bad, i didn't want to see the game installed on my PS4. But, before i was to click "uninstall" , i gave it    Dynamic, Stylish, Colorful, Re-playable, Educational, Narrative ...
    The first time i played it, i got to 40% of the story and could'n move forward. My bad skill and experience build did not allow me to continue the game and enjoy it properly. So, i hate it it ... I hate it it so bad, i didn't want to see the game installed on my PS4. But, before i was to click "uninstall" , i gave it another chance.
    I started playing it step by step; played every stage 100% and build my skills properly and gradually. I became so good at it, that i was able to enjoy its story and game-play. Nioh is now one of my all-time favorite games of all time. The game is totally re-playable; NG+, and +, and +, rewards different items, and adds enemies to the combat - thus changing the combat strategy from the first time the game is played.    … Expand
  73. Editorial
    Jan 2, 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
  74. 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
  75. 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
  76. 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
  77. 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
  78. Gamer07
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    Best game I’ve played in a very long time, and this is coming from a very avid gamer.
  79. 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
  80. 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
  81. Halilegic
    May 17, 2019
    10
    Amazing game for me. People saying same to dark souls and yes but more than dark souls.
  82. ToddChavez
    Aug 19, 2019
    10
    Nioh is an epic, unforgettable adventure carried by a fierce combat system that cleverly balances style and strategy.
  83. serges17
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    An incredibly good combination of Dark Souls, Ninja Gaiden and Diablo. This game has a lot to offer:

    - Durability: You can spend a lot of hours by completing the campaign which is huge with plenty submissions and is very challenging. - The possibilities to build your character are incredible huge. You have a lot of melee weapon types to choose from like Katanas, Odachis, Tonfas,    An incredibly good combination of Dark Souls, Ninja Gaiden and Diablo. This game has a lot to offer:

    - Durability: You can spend a lot of hours by completing the campaign which is huge with plenty submissions and is very challenging.

    - The possibilities to build your character are incredible huge. You have a lot of melee weapon types to choose from like Katanas, Odachis, Tonfas, Spears, Axes, Dual Swords, Kusarigama and ranged weapons like bows, rifles and cannos. Plenty of ninja skills like bombs, poisons, smoke bombs, shurikens, kunais, ninja scrolls which make you invisible, etc. Also you can use magic like elemental projectiles as fireballs, magic that cripple your enemies, attack with elemental damage, etc. And last but not least you have a Guardian Spirit that provides you with some special attacks, status and use it as a Living Weapon that improve your combat skills for a limited time. The possiblities are almost endless and they are overwhelming at first, but if you persevere you will learn the game mechanics and

    Runs at 60 fps, very smooth, the combat is very fast, you will need to use your reflexes a lot to avoid your enemies and to connect your attacks and that is a difference from other action rpgs like Diablo where you only click and click. In this game you have to think very fast prepare very well for battles, need to be very prudent (this is my best advice).

    The set of the game is great and very original. Your character, William is an european samurai who fights japanese demons, so you will invest a lot of time fighting in temples, japanese villages, caves, etc.

    The only negative aspect of the game is that it recycles some elements and makes it a little bit repetitive. For example, you can fight the first boss Onryoki several times in different missions...I have fought with the guy like 4-5 times in different missions.

    NIOH is a great game, I have spent about 60 hrs and the game is worth every penny invested because is very addictive and the combat is complex and very spectacular. I higly recommend to buy this game, As a player and person this game has changed my life for good be because I learned to be a more patient, prudent and more determined person.    … Expand
  84. 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.
  85. 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.
  86. 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.
  87. elaguyin
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    He de decir que la primera vez que lo jugué no me gustó nada, me pareció muy repetitivo y algo aburrido así que lo dejé, y no ha sido hasta 2020 que volví a darle una oportunidad y ¡madre mía! Nioh es un juegazo desafiante con unas mecánicas buenísimas, y no solo en combate, el árbol de habilidades, las magias, el sistema de kodamas y el armamento tan variado hacen este juego el mejorHe de decir que la primera vez que lo jugué no me gustó nada, me pareció muy repetitivo y algo aburrido así que lo dejé, y no ha sido hasta 2020 que volví a darle una oportunidad y ¡madre mía! Nioh es un juegazo desafiante con unas mecánicas buenísimas, y no solo en combate, el árbol de habilidades, las magias, el sistema de kodamas y el armamento tan variado hacen este juego el mejor souls like que he jugado después de dark souls, obviamente.… Expand
  88. Moviegooner
    Mar 3, 2023
    10
    Nioh was a game like bloodborne I gave up on very quickly. After I played the soulsbourne games, I gave Nioh a try. Boy, this game is nearly as good as all the souls games. I've been playing this game non-stop. Nioh is not only addictive because of the difficulty, the challenging bosses, leveling up but the loot gathering is so satisfying. Selling, choosing, getting the right weapon,Nioh was a game like bloodborne I gave up on very quickly. After I played the soulsbourne games, I gave Nioh a try. Boy, this game is nearly as good as all the souls games. I've been playing this game non-stop. Nioh is not only addictive because of the difficulty, the challenging bosses, leveling up but the loot gathering is so satisfying. Selling, choosing, getting the right weapon, armor, charm. I love it. Also, the story is pretty good. At first, I wasn't that interested, but you become in love with the period, the culture, the characters.
    The DLC's are worth the money. With hard bosses beautiful landscapes, very interesting, compelling characters. Way of strong is mighty hard but never dull    … Expand
  89. 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.
  90. And1801
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Отличная игра, одна из двух, а которых я выбил платину
  91. 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
  92. Qoo88039
    Aug 4, 2022
    10
    Esse eu tive que vir analisar.
    Nioh impressiona por sua qualidade tecnica e gameplay, o jogo que tem clara influencia na serie souls, mas prossui sua propria indetidade, historia, gameplay, drop-rate, farm, dificuldade, tudo nesse jogo esta plenamente ajustado para proporcionar uma experiencia viciante!
  93. Mr1
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    10 горящих сидалищ из 10
    Очень нравится вариативность боевки.
    Очень атмосферная игра. И с таким сеттингом игр комфортных для меня мало.
  94. Raios-Rogue
    Aug 14, 2021
    10
    Phenomenal game the story is so good the characters are all great you learn a lot about the Japanese culture the fluid responsive combat switching stances making builds all the guardian spirits are awesome with this game tons of replayability diablo loot style hack slash with the dark souls bloodborne formula team ninja did a great job the smithing all the crafting options are great i feelPhenomenal game the story is so good the characters are all great you learn a lot about the Japanese culture the fluid responsive combat switching stances making builds all the guardian spirits are awesome with this game tons of replayability diablo loot style hack slash with the dark souls bloodborne formula team ninja did a great job the smithing all the crafting options are great i feel like the guardian spirits where very op in Nioh 1 so they kinda toned that down a bit in Nioh 2 and added yokai abilities and transformation to compensate for that the enemies where repetitive the boss fights where not that great the music wasn't the best the game provides great challenge and it's a great action game to play i suggest you pick up the Nioh Remastered collector edition on PS5 it's major fun and the pvp is not that bad either in Nioh 1… Expand
  95. Maxgames12
    Jan 8, 2021
    10
    Vaya juego mas increible la dificultad se adapta a mis gustos,los graficos son geniales,la intro es increible,la historia es complicada pero lo puedo dejar pasar,los soundtracks son hermosos en especial la de la intro xd,los jefes son muy entretenidos y la jugabilidad es muy facil exelente juego
  96. clairealcee77
    Jan 31, 2022
    10
    The second one was definitely better, but this one is a classic and I highly recommend it to anyone who are into hard action games.
  97. SanchePanche
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    The phenomenal writing will touch every player and won't leave an eye dry of tears. Combat and exploration are challenging and lead the player to use creativity and improvisation
  98. licemetr
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Отличная игра с восточной философией. Графика отличная. Большое разнообразие оружия поражает
  99. houxh
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    I honestly think the second game is better than this one, but the part 1 is great game as well.
  100. beautifulforest
    Jan 15, 2022
    10
    The second game is better, but the first game is still great. One of the best soul-likes.
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Awards & Rankings

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#8 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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#10 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017
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#8 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2017

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88

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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