Nioh

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8.3

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  1. eldumloido
    Feb 16, 2017
    7
    Too easy as you can only co-op with people that have beaten the levels. Also you can't really co-op with a friend for this same reason. Nice game but this last minute change made the game lot worse and I hope they fix it, if so Ill raise this from 7 to 9.
  2. DPtdryste
    Feb 16, 2017
    9
    These types of games are always pretty fun for your first run through them, so if you aren't short on cash and want that awesome feeling of going through the gauntlet for the first time, I'd pick this up. Nioh keeps enough of the good stuff from the Soulsborne series while adding its own unique cultural flair and tweaks to the genre to make it a game worth your time. I mean this to be aThese types of games are always pretty fun for your first run through them, so if you aren't short on cash and want that awesome feeling of going through the gauntlet for the first time, I'd pick this up. Nioh keeps enough of the good stuff from the Soulsborne series while adding its own unique cultural flair and tweaks to the genre to make it a game worth your time. I mean this to be a short review for fans of the genre who are on the fence about purchasing. There's a lot of good and only a little bad here:

    The game uses Amrita (souls) AND Gold (money). One common currency would have sufficed, as players experienced in this genre might quickly find themselves highly-leveled and pockets stuffed with dough, which is not a bad thing, but a higher sense of scarcity could have been added to the game. Other than leveling your character, there's no way to bank souls/Amrita. Conversely, money/Gold is a resource I do not worry about at all because the features tied to the game's economy seem either optional/unnecessary OR too "weedsy" and complicated. I would rather play through the whole game with random drops, than custom-smash the game a la the Skyrim blacksmithing/enchanting route. That being said, I like that you can make any armor in the game look like any other armor in the game, that you can hide your helmet and redo your hair and facial hair.

    The last bad thing I will say is that fans of this genre, like me, would probably appreciate a challenge mode (think skulls from Halo, such as disabling blocking for the entire game or making drops more rare) and a difficulty adjust (think NG+) from starting our first playthrough. This isn't Team Ninja's or From Soft's fault, but if for some reason someone working for those companies is reading this, I want you all to know that we understand you have to make these games accessible, but that these are not just tweaks for veterans of the genre, they would lengthen the life of your games as well.

    Combat is fun. Faster than Dark Souls and even normal enemies can murder your face if you slack. The game sometimes wants you to be aggressive and sometimes wants you to be extremely defensive, and I like that. It doesn't feel like DS or Bloodborne, it feels distinctly Nioh, and that's good. 5 types of weapons with 3 stances, heavy and light attacks and trees tied to learning new abilities/moves for each weapon type. There are also trees for Magic and Ninjustu. It's pretty good stuff, not perfect, but it feels nice and makes your character feel like yours.

    The game isn't one huge connected world. I was skeptical about this at first, but quickly stopped caring and enjoyed Nioh's mission structure for its uniqueness. Besides, the levels feel well designed. I would actually love to see Team Ninja and From Software trade some team members, both could learn a lot from each other. My personal preference would be smashing the first two-thirds of level design of DS1 with Nioh's attention to details, and making the game as fun as fighting is in Bloodborne and Nioh. In case anyone out there cares.

    Anyways...

    Some bosses and encounters feel unfair and are open to complaints that they force cheesing enemies with tactics like high-stancing them with the chain or other stun-locking tactics that I haven't learned yet, but oh well. "Git gud" and "be patient" and "keep whittling away" apply here, annoying pieces of advice but effective nonetheless. You can't fault the game for not getting every combat encounter perfect, especially when 80-90% of it is done very well, so keep at it folks: memorize those patterns and wait for your openings.

    The game has cutscenes, which are fun and help break the pace and add some character to the game. The supporting poems, stories, lore and other visual flairs the game has are nice extras. They don't feel very coherent to me, but I'm not Japanese and don't know much about the period. Regardless, Team Ninja definitely cared about what they have done here, and it shows. Items have their own descriptions, characters have lore about them that unlocks as you play, character model views and zoom-ins and more...

    This review is starting to run a bit long so I will end it here. If you are a fan of the series I would consider Nioh a "sorta kinda must play." We were worried about Bloodborne maybe not being fun for being too close to Dark Souls and we ended up liking it. Same applies here. I left out some cool parts about the game like how revenants and online play works and other details, so check the game out for the good stuff Team Ninja added. It's not a Dark Souls copy, it is its own inspired piece from the "Soulsborne genre," much like what a good FPS can be to FPS fans or a good RPG can be to RPG fans.

    Thanks for reading folks.    … Expand
  3. Voyager236
    Feb 16, 2017
    10
    - Excellent gameplay
    - The game explore japonese historical context
    - Real historic characters
    - Dark Souls with a good storyline

    Nioh is one of the best games made ever for PS4.
  4. CrissColicabMx
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    One of the best games of this generation
    For sure Top Tier, Top 5 for sure, and on my personal Top 3 games (Just under Witcher 3 and FFXV)
    The game is an evolution of gaming, yes it has Dark Souls elements, but NIOH feels like an inovating game, with his own escence. The only complain I have is the design of some Bosses, because some bosses are stupid, but thats a personal opinion and    One of the best games of this generation
    For sure Top Tier, Top 5 for sure, and on my personal Top 3 games (Just under Witcher 3 and FFXV)
    The game is an evolution of gaming, yes it has Dark Souls elements, but NIOH feels like an inovating game, with his own escence.
    The only complain I have is the design of some Bosses, because some bosses are stupid, but thats a personal opinion and im a very critical person so, maybe its just my perception.    … Expand
  5. Uchiha-Madara
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Amazing and very beautiful game..The story is very good... The combat is great and fast, I love the mechanism and can't wait for the PvP update... If you're a Bloodborne or Souls' fan, you have to play this... I would give it a 95/100 score.....
  6. B-I-G-DEVIL-
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Fantastic game love the combat, there so many ways to play this game.
    Boss fights are excellent and nice challenge.
    Loot drops are spot on as well so many games get it so so wrong when it comes to this.
    Overall just really good and long game!

    Is slight downside with coop with a friend but it's not been an issue for me
  7. lxgoffxi
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    super hard game. after beating ffxv i wanted something harder. ffxv was great but to easy. nioh is so much fun even if you die a lot. all you have to do is grind some levels to have better chances, it took me 10 hours to get past mission 1....i love this game.
  8. 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
  9. DarthNihilus
    Feb 14, 2017
    9
    As a huge fan of both the Dark Souls and Ninja Gaiden Series I have to say that Nioh is everything I wanted from both of them. It has the difficulty of Souls but the style and speed of NG. It makes for a perfect blend of action-oriented gameplay. As a lover of Japanese culture I couldn't be more happy with the setting the game takes places in. The protagonist seems a little out of placeAs a huge fan of both the Dark Souls and Ninja Gaiden Series I have to say that Nioh is everything I wanted from both of them. It has the difficulty of Souls but the style and speed of NG. It makes for a perfect blend of action-oriented gameplay. As a lover of Japanese culture I couldn't be more happy with the setting the game takes places in. The protagonist seems a little out of place but you'll easily overlook that once you've started playing. The gameplay is top notch and hooks you right from the start. The story is a companion piece to the gameplay. I'm usually more of a narrative driven gamer but I didn't really mind that the story was told in the background. The subtlety was refreshing. The amount of depth in the customization is truly what makes this game shine. From the weapons and armor to the guardian spirits and abilities, the game gives you the opportunity to build your own play style. It's definitely a lot to absorb at first but its never enough to make you feel overwhelmed by the experience. The game's pacing is very well done and offers enough rewards to offset its difficulty. The feeling of beating tough boss after multiple tries is intoxicating especially after you gain the rewards for all your troubles. I HIGHLY recommend this game to anyone that loves a good challenging hack-and-slash game.… Expand
  10. Hughishness
    Feb 14, 2017
    8
    Very enjoyable game. Combat can be brutal it is very important to take your time and carefully read and use the walkthrough or it can be frustrating to the point of quitting, which I almost did. Gave it a second chance and restarted this time being very thorough and am having much more success this time.
    Pros
    Combat system is new and very engaging Loot system is fun and aesthetically    Very enjoyable game. Combat can be brutal it is very important to take your time and carefully read and use the walkthrough or it can be frustrating to the point of quitting, which I almost did. Gave it a second chance and restarted this time being very thorough and am having much more success this time.
    Pros
    Combat system is new and very engaging
    Loot system is fun and aesthetically pleasing
    Upgrade system is tailored to multiple play styles
    Enviroments are nice and diverse leading encouraging player strategy
    Cons
    Graphics are OK
    Story is bland (Team Ninja not a surprise)
    Difficulty requires some obstinance on the players part to avoid rage quitting    … Expand
  11. HGJ1990
    Feb 13, 2017
    9
    Nioh is really similar to Dark Souls/Bloodbourne but that's not a bad thing. Loot is randomly generated similar to diablo, and combat is like a combination of dark souls and ninja gaiden. Enemies can be very punishing but killing them is very satisfying. Story is ok nothing fancy and game can get challenging at times. If you enjoy the souls series you'll enjoy this one as well.
  12. NagitoKomaeda
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    I am a SoulsBorne fan. I've completed many times Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, Dark Souls 2, Dark Souls 3 and Bloodborne. And let me tell you that NioH's combat system utterly destroys Souls combat system, and it stands up fiercely to Bloodborne's.
    Don't doubt, this game deserves your money.
  13. 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.
  14. 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....
  15. timefish576
    Feb 13, 2017
    7
    I am about half way through Nioh, including all side missions so far. This is a good game but not great and not deserving of the stellar reviews imo it is getting. I plan to keep playing but it is becoming repetitive. I am a huge fan of Dark Souls / Bloodborne (which this game is very similiar so much so that I lean more toward it being a ripoff than taking inspiration from) and thisI am about half way through Nioh, including all side missions so far. This is a good game but not great and not deserving of the stellar reviews imo it is getting. I plan to keep playing but it is becoming repetitive. I am a huge fan of Dark Souls / Bloodborne (which this game is very similiar so much so that I lean more toward it being a ripoff than taking inspiration from) and this just isn't on the level of those excellent games. The world isn't nearly as interesting and the story isn't interesting enough. One of the things I love about the From Software games is that the story wasn't directly told to you. The story was told through the characters and the setting. The focus was on great game play and exploration. Part of exploration was encountering new enemies which modern games lack. Nioh falls victim to this and it is my biggest gripe. You will encounter the same enemies over and over. It is boring and I only look forward to the boss fights. Leveling up is easy. I haven't grinded yet and I am not having much trouble at my level. Upgraded to new equipment is as simple as picking the one with the best stats. Not much to think about. So far I have not utilized Ki rejuvenation (pressing R1) aftering attacking. If it actually makes a difference I imagine that it would make it much easier which Idon't want. Way too much loot to get also, Bloodborne excelled with this area

    Again still playing and I do like the game, mainly combat and bosses, but this is not a masterpiece.    … Expand
  16. JAX85
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    Best Action - Adventure - RPG game!
    Best game play best environment best level design! and above all this game is offline game with long and strong story. shinobi + onimusha + dark souls = NIOH
  17. 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
  18. Krispo123
    Feb 13, 2017
    10
    i had high expectations of this game, but wow. It's even better than I thought it will be. I did just finish the masterpiece "Bloodborne" before going to this. This is a much faster game with a frame-rate that doesn't kill your eyes / brain.

    Thank god! 60 fps is a must in game like this. It's very good that you have options to choose from.
  19. SaveTheClayPots
    Feb 12, 2017
    9
    Ni-Oh is what you get when you take something that someone else has done good and you perfect it, Ni-Oh is downright amazing, as a big fan of the souls games and the genre, that franchise created, this game is a healthy and good alternative to this genre. It feels like a blend of demon souls and bloodborne but, most important of all, it does end up feeling like something that is on itsNi-Oh is what you get when you take something that someone else has done good and you perfect it, Ni-Oh is downright amazing, as a big fan of the souls games and the genre, that franchise created, this game is a healthy and good alternative to this genre. It feels like a blend of demon souls and bloodborne but, most important of all, it does end up feeling like something that is on its own.

    The game has you put into the shoes of William Adams, the first Englishman to travel over to Japan and who became a samurai ‒and that is pretty much the only historic correctness you will get from this game, considering the game puts you in the battle of demons and such.
    The story does well in establishing the scene and setting perfectly fine and that is all that you really will care about, the story isn’t amazing but it is good and it keeps you entertained and interested the whole way through, it can be a little cheesy and feel like an anime at times, but never in a bad way, if you are playing this game for the story i would recommend you go for something more in the veins of Onimusha and not Ni-Oh, this is mostly all about that gameplay and not the story.

    You begin in a prison in London, where you quickly escape, fighting guards off, finding loot, learning everything from controlling your character to equipping gear in a not very “in your face” tutorial style, which I appreciated very much since i have danced this dance before, and we all know how bothersome long boring tutorials can be.

    Already at the beginning of the game, you can tell you have a challenging journey ahead of you ‒I never found the game that difficult, but most newcomers of the genre and the game on its own will probably feel the difficulty off-putting at times, which is why the addition of loot to the game mechanics is a nice touch and helps you feel positive even in the times when you just want to throw your controller, because you know you can always even the odds with better gear, or you can find a co op partner, yes, the game has co op at something called Tori Gate in the shrine’s menu.

    After the London section, William starts his journey over to Japan, landing in Kuroshima, a tiny island off the coast of Usuki. The game finally places you in the scenario you have been waiting for. As the game gradually opens up, it will give you a world map of the Kyushu’s Bungo province, where you can pick main missions, secondary missions. You also have a homestead where you can train your skills in a dojo, talk to the blacksmith to buy/sell gear, forge gear ‒you can even soul match two pieces of gear to up the level of your equipped weapon or armour or refashion your gear, There isn’t much customization with the avatar, but at one point you can use patronage levels to unlock barbershop at the blacksmith which will allow you to change your beard and hair style,later on in the game it will open up even more, letting you travel to another province which opens up the world map even more.
    You have a “hidden teahouse” where you can spend glory points to buy cool stuff like gestures, skins, rare crafting materials and even unidentified gear, just like diablo.
    When hidden teahouse opens up you will also get the chance to join a clan, you can choose which clan to join depending on what stat boost you want.

    The game has so much content and customization to it, that I’m still jumping in excitement just thinking about it. And best of all is the way the game gradually opens it up to you, instead of just handing it over and saying “here you go” it all feels like a progression to it that is at your own pace.

    Earlier in the review i compared Ni-Oh a lot to BloodBorne, but as a Team Ninja game you can also see resemblance to Ninja Gaiden especially in the combat, when it comes to combat, it really is a thinking man’s game, you have 3 different weapon stances you can choose from, low, mid and high. and they have different purposes to them from fast moving stance for attack and retreat tactics to slow hard hitting stance for high offense and slow defence. The fun part of combat is your enemy and the variety in animations and enemy designs, you have to read their animations to be at your most efficient in combat. knowing when to keep your distant and when to strike. The bosses in the game can be really difficult but it always comes down to what you do wrong and never the game **** it up for you.

    Ni-Oh is both fun and difficult, but it never broke me down, the amount of content you have to play with and explore to learning the combat in the game and beating the different variations of Demons and Bosses, There is a lot to this game and i highly recommend it to both newcomers to the genre and hardcore gamers looking for more challenge after their time with Dark Souls or who have a hole needed to fill after the last Ninja Gaiden.

    This is my review of Ni-Oh and i hope you enjoyed it.    … Expand
  20. Joker99
    Feb 12, 2017
    10
    This is my first review..................... I love metacritic. Great site! I've been gaming since the days of Pong, Atari and Intellivision. I'm going to keep it short on this first review as I think everyone has covered how great this game is already. I love this game!!! It is so well done!!! Between Dark Souls, Bloodbourne and now Nioh these are great days to be a gamer!!! This gameThis is my first review..................... I love metacritic. Great site! I've been gaming since the days of Pong, Atari and Intellivision. I'm going to keep it short on this first review as I think everyone has covered how great this game is already. I love this game!!! It is so well done!!! Between Dark Souls, Bloodbourne and now Nioh these are great days to be a gamer!!! This game brings us back to the biggest reason we are gamers...TO HAVE FUN!!!… Expand
  21. MohammadHD
    Feb 12, 2017
    9
    Nioh is an amazing mix between Dark Souls & onimusha with a lot of new ideas witch make the game form its own identity, the fast paced battle is amazing and you have to study every foe and to manage your stamina and during that you can execute your move which you unlock during the game, the bosses will give you hard time ..
    Enemies design are not so good and this is the only things i    Nioh is an amazing mix between Dark Souls & onimusha with a lot of new ideas witch make the game form its own identity, the fast paced battle is amazing and you have to study every foe and to manage your stamina and during that you can execute your move which you unlock during the game, the bosses will give you hard time ..
    Enemies design are not so good and this is the only things i didn't like in the game ..

    NIOH is one of the must-play titles this year    … Expand
  22. wordy_actions
    Feb 12, 2017
    10
    I'm a long time fan of the Souls series (Dark Souls 1 through 3), and though I do still love those games they've grown long in the tooth. Nioh is truly the first game of its type to challenge Dark Souls for the top spot of action RPGs. But comparing it only to Dark Souls would do it a disservice as it's far from a simple Souls clone. Numerous systems, like the Ki Pulse system (an 'activeI'm a long time fan of the Souls series (Dark Souls 1 through 3), and though I do still love those games they've grown long in the tooth. Nioh is truly the first game of its type to challenge Dark Souls for the top spot of action RPGs. But comparing it only to Dark Souls would do it a disservice as it's far from a simple Souls clone. Numerous systems, like the Ki Pulse system (an 'active reload' system for your stamina) keep the combat fresh and intense. There's also a lot of depth to be had. Even a simple sword has three different stances, each with their own move set, that you can string together. Switching stances frequently and smartly is a key skill to have in this game. Simply put, this is one of my favorite combat systems in any game ever.

    The atmosphere and music in this game are also great. If you're looking for a tough, innovative action game in the style of Dark Souls, Nioh is 100% for you. Seriously, if you have a PS4, BUY THIS GAME.    … Expand
  23. GaR172
    Feb 11, 2017
    9
    Great game so far, but people need to tone down on the "It's better than Dark Souls" reviews and comments. Nioh has excellent gameplay, fast and responsive, courtesy of a developer with Ninja Gaiden under its belt. But in terms of world building, level design, sense of place and overall polish and attention to detail, it doesn't touch Dark Souls/Bloodborne. Hidetaka Miyazaki is a genius ofGreat game so far, but people need to tone down on the "It's better than Dark Souls" reviews and comments. Nioh has excellent gameplay, fast and responsive, courtesy of a developer with Ninja Gaiden under its belt. But in terms of world building, level design, sense of place and overall polish and attention to detail, it doesn't touch Dark Souls/Bloodborne. Hidetaka Miyazaki is a genius of game development, and there's simply no equal at Team Ninja. Still, Nioh is very good and totally recommended to anybody who likes the Souls games, or anybody who enjoys challenging action-RPGs that don't hold your hand.… Expand
  24. Spartacus83
    Feb 11, 2017
    10
    that nearly every review you see is comparing it to Dark Souls/Bloodborne, tells you something. While not quite on the same level, Nioh is an incredibly well done game with countless hours of gameplay, excellent graphics, smooth mechanics, difficulty that isn't unfair, and coop/pvp
  25. Freedom013
    Feb 11, 2017
    9
    If you love dark souls you will love Nioh. some will say this is dark souls with a Japanese historical skin on top, their not completely wrong, Team Ninja took a few pages from other games as well. The combat seems reminiscent of Ninja Gaiden with weapons such as the kusarigama feeling oh so satisfying, the loot system is similar to that of Diablo, which means grinding for that perfectIf you love dark souls you will love Nioh. some will say this is dark souls with a Japanese historical skin on top, their not completely wrong, Team Ninja took a few pages from other games as well. The combat seems reminiscent of Ninja Gaiden with weapons such as the kusarigama feeling oh so satisfying, the loot system is similar to that of Diablo, which means grinding for that perfect role is gonna take a while. they seem to have already implemented features that will be necessary for late game such as forging, reforging and transmog. Without going into to much more detail I find the game to be nostalgic yet still fresh and would recommend it to any fans of the dark souls series. If there is a downside to this game its the dodge mechanics and AI targeting, in Dark souls attacks seem to be aimed and are easily dodge-able, however in Nioh the enemy attacks tend to follow your dodges unless timed perfectly/right before impact. I am only part way through the game but I am thoroughly enjoying it.… Expand
  26. alucard1977
    Feb 11, 2017
    10
    If you liked dark souls and or bloodborne you owe it to yourself to play Nioh. Nioh is not just some clone or knock off of those games, it's a relentless action Rpg with it's own style and feel. The combat is refined and feels just right. The levels are excellent and look great. One of the issues that i had with the dark souls and blodborne series was load times. This game loads veryIf you liked dark souls and or bloodborne you owe it to yourself to play Nioh. Nioh is not just some clone or knock off of those games, it's a relentless action Rpg with it's own style and feel. The combat is refined and feels just right. The levels are excellent and look great. One of the issues that i had with the dark souls and blodborne series was load times. This game loads very quickly and makes you want to keep playing after a tough boss fight. The range weapons are not only an option, they are a big part of the combat. Everything about this game screams quality and refinement. The story is kind of weak and fails to make a connection. The side missions are also a nice touch and add to the game. Fantastic game for action fans.… Expand
  27. Furiousmike
    Feb 11, 2017
    5
    If you are going to read one review, read this. I'm gonna lay down some facts.

    The game has a 9.0 score at the moment. Reason to that is a crap ton of fanboys reviewing the game. I haven't played any other games like Nioh so I can't compare it to anything else. After 30+ hours in to the game, I couldn't care less about the story. It's boring as hell. But then again I need something    If you are going to read one review, read this. I'm gonna lay down some facts.

    The game has a 9.0 score at the moment. Reason to that is a crap ton of fanboys reviewing the game.

    I haven't played any other games like Nioh so I can't compare it to anything else. After 30+ hours in to the game, I couldn't care less about the story. It's boring as hell. But then again I need something totally epic in order to get exited. Somebody else might actually like Nioh story. The games setting and atmosphere are somewhat different than any other games I've played. It's pressing yet serene at the same time. I have to say I like it. Being able to choose between good frame rate or graphics is great.

    The gameplay. For the love of... How is it possible that nobody else is talking or has even noticed this! Lag!! Lag in inputs. It's from team ninja so it has to be good, right!? No, wrong! Dodging has a huge lag between button press and execution. I'm a fighting game veteran so I rely mostly on my reaction time and I noticed this immediately. It's a core game play mechanic for Nioh so to me, the lag completely ruins the game. I wrote something about fanboys earlier... nobody in their right mind could overlook this issue and give this game 10/10 score. Although in a completely different genre, if Street Fighter would have this much input lag, the game would be unplayable. This is the reason why Nioh is so hard.

    In conclusion:
    Story 5/10
    Graphics 8/10
    Gameplay 2/10    … Expand
  28. Deadheadbill
    Feb 10, 2017
    9
    Well, color me surprised. When I played the first Nioh demo a few months back I immediately put it in my "don't bother with this one" list. Then it gets released to great reviews and I decide to give it a chance.

    Holy crap am I glad I did. Nioh is an amazing amalgam of Dark Souls, Bloodborne and Diablo. Deep combat mechanics, great loot system and stellar crafting combine to make this    Well, color me surprised. When I played the first Nioh demo a few months back I immediately put it in my "don't bother with this one" list. Then it gets released to great reviews and I decide to give it a chance.

    Holy crap am I glad I did. Nioh is an amazing amalgam of Dark Souls, Bloodborne and Diablo. Deep combat mechanics, great loot system and stellar crafting combine to make this an amazing game. It get's a one point deduction due to the graphics, which are serviceable but not quite up to expected standards for this gen.

    Don't let the difficulty stop you from enjoying this gem because Nioh does what Dark Souls and Bloodborne don't. It gives you side missions and twilight missions to hone your skills and increase your level without resorting to grinding Cathedral Knights. :) I truly believe most people can play and enjoy this game if they are just willing to learn it's systems.    … Expand
  29. dawillow79
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    Well I have sleep deprivation, why do u ask? Nioh. This game is brilliant, didn't think I would like it this much. It is like Ominusha (action), Darks souls( toughness) and Diablo (loot) had a baby. Fun, challenging and there is loot galore. I'm only up to the second map because I spend countless hours in the first getting everything done.
    I personally, think it is better than souls. The    Well I have sleep deprivation, why do u ask? Nioh. This game is brilliant, didn't think I would like it this much. It is like Ominusha (action), Darks souls( toughness) and Diablo (loot) had a baby. Fun, challenging and there is loot galore. I'm only up to the second map because I spend countless hours in the first getting everything done.
    I personally, think it is better than souls. The history, characters and feudal japan setting make it. Yes it has a story.    … Expand
  30. 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
  31. kekocukeko
    Feb 10, 2017
    9
    one word= PERFECT GRAPHİCS= 10/8 GAMEPLAY 10/10 SOUND 7/10 STORY/10/9 Overall= 10/9 i really love this game this game can got 2017 game of the year what i can say just buy this game you gonna be fine :)
  32. ason313
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    Really great game. Very challenging and rewarding gameplay. Combat is even more nuanced than Souls games while residing comfortably in the same genre. While it does take much inspiration from Souls games, it's by no mean a clone. Your character has 3 different stances which change the way each weapon is utilized and you often need to switch up your stance mid battle as your enemies adaptReally great game. Very challenging and rewarding gameplay. Combat is even more nuanced than Souls games while residing comfortably in the same genre. While it does take much inspiration from Souls games, it's by no mean a clone. Your character has 3 different stances which change the way each weapon is utilized and you often need to switch up your stance mid battle as your enemies adapt to your attacks. This means that to be successful you'll need to think on the fly and learn from mistakes. There are also many more tracked stats that help to level your player up as well as promoting the use of different weapons and play styles. A must own for anyone who likes a real challenge.… Expand
  33. Coradiation
    Feb 10, 2017
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, Does so many things right and beautifully. It seemed hard at first but once you start changing stances through combos, watching the mobs' animation things get easier. The combat just flows. Awesome ki system that rewards meaningful combos. Tons of content and customization. Graphics are really cool too. Bosses are very balanced and well made. Only downsideThis game is a masterpiece, Does so many things right and beautifully. It seemed hard at first but once you start changing stances through combos, watching the mobs' animation things get easier. The combat just flows. Awesome ki system that rewards meaningful combos. Tons of content and customization. Graphics are really cool too. Bosses are very balanced and well made. Only downside compared to a Souls game i would say is the level design but it is still pretty good.… Expand
  34. Daxi
    Feb 10, 2017
    0
    You want to play with your friend? Nope you cant at first, your friend has to finish the area boss to be able to even help you and he will just carry the game for you.

    They said it would be too easy to play with a friend blindly first time, but it wont be easier if someone who has already beaten the game with alot better equiptment to carry you and kill the boss in 20 seconds because    You want to play with your friend? Nope you cant at first, your friend has to finish the area boss to be able to even help you and he will just carry the game for you.

    They said it would be too easy to play with a friend blindly first time, but it wont be easier if someone who has already beaten the game with alot better equiptment to carry you and kill the boss in 20 seconds because the carry already knows the bosses moveset and all surprises, so you are left with zero exploration.

    Would of been a great game if they keept their coop system from Beta stage, now they might aswell just remove coop all together there is no point of having a guy to finish the game for you since he already buffed up.    … Expand
  35. Nihenna
    Feb 10, 2017
    9
    Gameplay is among the sleekest I've ever seen, which is truly important in a game with this style. Surpassing even the Souls games in tight controls. The game features enemies that are fun to fight, albeit a bit repetitive with it's black and orange colour scheme.

    As an ARPG fan, you will love this.
  36. 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
  37. VOLLRATH
    Feb 10, 2017
    9
    Well, there´s not much to tell, after so many reviews, and 90% of them are true.
    My only complain about this Game Nioh, are some scenarios. There are too much fog/mist , and you really have to force your vision. I mean, who likes to explore the scenario, has to be very patience, i was like, just wanna to get out from here.. but is just my opinion. The game is Great. 9/10
  38. 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
  39. MrFlankster
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    There is a very simple equation to define this game.

    Dark Souls + Ninja Gaiden + Onimusha + Diablo + a TON of love= Nioh

    Need I say more? I think not!
  40. juank_c
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    Tiene el alma de Dark Souls pero una identidad propia, detallista y realista. Un excelente control para uno de los mejores y satisfactorios sistemas de combate.
  41. 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.
  42. 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
  43. Jhonyteixeira
    Feb 9, 2017
    9
    This game is awesome,amazing,very very very very good,also very very exclusive of Playstation 4,Nioh and Bloodobrne are arts of the genre............
  44. Hellome7
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    Well, another masterpiece released for Sony's PlayStation 4. Imagine to have the best of Dark Souls combined with the best of Ninja Gaiden and you got NiOh. Does that sound amazing? Hell yea it does, and trust me after you get to play the game you won't want to let go of the PS4's controller because this game is so addictive!

    Also the story, I won't spoil anything but it's so intriguing    Well, another masterpiece released for Sony's PlayStation 4. Imagine to have the best of Dark Souls combined with the best of Ninja Gaiden and you got NiOh. Does that sound amazing? Hell yea it does, and trust me after you get to play the game you won't want to let go of the PS4's controller because this game is so addictive!

    Also the story, I won't spoil anything but it's so intriguing and catchy! The game is probably not a 10 as I gave the game, but hell neither it is a 0 game as a lot of Sony haters rated. So to bump up te score, I give it a 10. However, I would rate the game 9.    … Expand
  45. HelloWorld98
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    First off, Nioh is my favorite game right behind Bloodborne. Bloodborne was the first From Software game I played. It blew me away - probably the best video game experiences I've ever had. I then went back to my xbox 360 to play the original Dark Souls - amazing. Then came Dark Souls II on my PS4 - solid but not as great as BB or DS. Then came Dark Souls III (which I was greatlyFirst off, Nioh is my favorite game right behind Bloodborne. Bloodborne was the first From Software game I played. It blew me away - probably the best video game experiences I've ever had. I then went back to my xbox 360 to play the original Dark Souls - amazing. Then came Dark Souls II on my PS4 - solid but not as great as BB or DS. Then came Dark Souls III (which I was greatly anticipating). Honestly, I gotta say - I started to get From Software fatigue halfway through Dark Souls III. I think I overplayed these games by the time III came out. Yes, I finished it. But it just wasn't as satisfying to me as the other games.

    Nioh's release this year came out of nowhere. I heard a few mentions of it late last year but didn't think twice about it (thought it'd be another Souls ripoff). I was wrong. Way wrong. Nioh's combat is every bit as intense and perfectly executed as BB or Souls. Boss fights brought back the satisfaction I hadn't felt since BB. They are TOUGH. I'm also a Diablo III fan so the loot system is a great addition, IMO.

    Definitely a must-buy for any PS4 owner.    … Expand
  46. roundtablegamer
    Feb 9, 2017
    8
    NIOH Review
    ICE, Gamers of the Round Table
    Team Ninja and director Fumihiko Yasuda, who has worked on other team ninja games in the past such as Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, has brought us an all-new IP with the title of NIOH developed exclusively for the PlayStation 4. Does it live up to the challenge it promised or does it fall down in history? Story: Set in the Sengoku Period in    NIOH Review
    ICE, Gamers of the Round Table

    Team Ninja and director Fumihiko Yasuda, who has worked on other team ninja games in the past such as Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, has brought us an all-new IP with the title of NIOH developed exclusively for the PlayStation 4. Does it live up to the challenge it promised or does it fall down in history?
    Story: Set in the Sengoku Period in Japan, you play as the protagonist named William. William comes from the west; his purpose in Japan is to pursue an enemy by the name of Edward Kelley. When you arrive in Japan you find how easy it is to make enemies, unfortunately in this case, it is Tokugawa and his assistant Hattori. While you progress through the game you realize that Edward Kelley is making your journey more difficult using dark arts.
    Gameplay: The gameplay is almost exactly like the Dark Souls series, but with some variety. Through the journey of NIOH, you use an arsenal of samurai weapons and skills, but this game is no walk in the park; it is extremely difficult. The smaller enemies you can approach and strike three times (usually) to kill them, but the bigger enemies require skill: timing, managing your stamina, and using the battle area to your advantage is required in order to defeat the bigger demons. As you progress through the game you will acquire better weapons, armor, and unlock better skills with experience points you gain through victory. You will come across a variety of weapons including katanas, bows and wooden hammers.
    Conclusion: NIOH is a game that took me by surprise. Although the game was incredibly frustrating, it was rewarding every time I defeated a boss; I felt like I really accomplished something. I could not help but love this game from the time era, to the culture and the weapons of the Samurai, something that has always fascinated me. NIOH was something very new to me as a gamer, and I could not put it down. With great action and a compelling story, this game is definitely worth picking up if you are fans of the Dark Souls series, or are looking for a challenge.

    NIOH 8/10    … Expand
  47. Poonishar
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    Wow! This game is brilliant! I absolutely love souls games and Bloodborne and while this stands on its own two feet, it is totally like souls and Bloodborne (and that's a great thing!) At mission 2 I thought, jeeeeeez this - is - tough! But once I got past mission 2, the game opens up more and you can level up better and go on with confidence (even tho it's still mega challenging- in a good way)
  48. 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
  49. glauciobg
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    Nioh está conseguindo deixar claro que existem nichos no mundo dos games mais do que qualquer outro jogo lançado nos últimos anos. Porque não fez sacrifícios: é um jogo totalmente desenhado pra gamers hardcore, que querem se especializar numa mecânica e desenvolver técnicas. É um projeto com foco, concentrado e dedicado a desafiar quem gosta de jogar. E, ao não fazer sacrifícios paraNioh está conseguindo deixar claro que existem nichos no mundo dos games mais do que qualquer outro jogo lançado nos últimos anos. Porque não fez sacrifícios: é um jogo totalmente desenhado pra gamers hardcore, que querem se especializar numa mecânica e desenvolver técnicas. É um projeto com foco, concentrado e dedicado a desafiar quem gosta de jogar. E, ao não fazer sacrifícios para agradar a massas de gamers, como The Witcher 3 e Fallout 4 fizeram (até mesmo Dark Souls 3), acertou em cheio. Nioh tem e vai ter quem o ame e quem o odeie. E jogadores casuais realmente tendem a não gostar da experiência. Sem problemas. Há outras opções nas prateleiras. Essa opção é para o hardcore.
    Isso fica claro em todos os momentos. É evidentemente um jogo com com menor orçamento, em que os produtores foram transparentes em suas escolhas: tudo é sobre a mecânica de combate. Elementos gráficos, sons e outros componentes foram tratados com algum capricho, mas apenas o suficiente para serem cenário. Não houve vergonha em usar caixas de texto para falas, não houve vergonha em deixar de lado alguns detalhes gráficos, nada disso. E a transparência com que isso foi escolhido, é muito legal.
    Não é um jogo pra qualquer pessoa. Não é um jogo pra todo mundo. E isso não é nenhum problema. Porque os desenvolvedores tiveram foco e se concentraram a agradar ao jogador que eles queriam que jogasse Nioh. E, nesse sentido, é um imenso sucesso.    … Expand
  50. bearcav
    Feb 9, 2017
    10
    Playing Nioh is like playing Ninja Gaiden on one screen, Onimusha on another, and Dark Souls on another, while balancing on the head of a pin. And it's glorious. Sincerely appreciate the ability to select a 60fps mode, and it's highly recommended for anyone picking this up. Have fun and die hard!
  51. joeblack
    Feb 9, 2017
    9
    3 critics got rekt by yokai but didn't git gud in the process... Just saying... And great game by the way, almost perfect in its own right. Personally a favorite in the genre.
  52. Rothsword
    Feb 8, 2017
    9
    Really an amazing game. I am a soul game player myself, when I heard the game for the first time, I thought this game is just a rough copy of DARK SOULS, but after yesterday's play, from the fighting rhythm to the system design, this game is totally different. Nice work.
  53. SuperkenGaming
    Feb 8, 2017
    8
    Before I start this review, it’s important to note that I did not beat this game, its insanely difficult, but I decided to review it anyway, because I still feel I can offer valuable information for those on the fence about this game.
    There are 20 bosses here…
    I put 12 hours into this game and only managed to see 2 of them That’s how difficult this game was for me… And my issue with    Before I start this review, it’s important to note that I did not beat this game, its insanely difficult, but I decided to review it anyway, because I still feel I can offer valuable information for those on the fence about this game.
    There are 20 bosses here…
    I put 12 hours into this game and only managed to see 2 of them
    That’s how difficult this game was for me…
    And my issue with this game isn’t that it’s too challenging
    It’s that its needlessly difficult just for the sake of it.
    Nioh is a great game and it’s a fun game, if you’re a glutton for punishment and if you love dark souls buy this, because nioh is just as good and combat wise is miles better
    The combat here is swift...
    But is more about managing your energy than it is anything else
    You basically play as the most out of shape character in video game history.
    2 swings of a sword and they are gasping for air
    its insanely frustrating at first because they sit there and just let the enemy kill them
    If it came down to just skill of timing your attacks and dodging, the gameplay would be much more bearable.. But it’s not...
    you have to keep an eye on your Ki gage, because it might as well be a health gage
    this is the first indication the game is out to test your patience rather than your skill
    its out to annoy and frustrate you rather than challenge you
    because you become almost paralyzed if you try to attack too often
    I eventually got it down…
    hit and run…
    You can block attacks, change your fighting stances... use bows, guns, and bombs…
    I could lure away 1 enemy at a time and pick them apart easily
    the hunted became the hunter…
    I became aggressive...
    I became comfortable with the combat and it finally felt learnable instead of just cheap…
    But the moments of my character just freezing up because a block or swing took too much energy or because they got back up off of the ground was just as cheap feeling and frequent as it was from the start…
    I was killing enemies, collecting their amrita which works like souls… it’s the currency you use to level up and boost a stat of your choice…
    and much like the souls games you have to recollect them if you die…
    I was picking up new weapons and gear, finding kodama to increase drop rates…
    I was genuinely having a blast running around and engaging in the satisfying and challenging combat…
    This game also features checkpoints which are nice, they refill your health but respawn enemies and generally there’s a shortcut you’ll eventually open near a checkpoint in case you die going to a new location of these well designed and interesting maps…
    And then I have my first real boss fight…
    And this is where I decided to peace out…
    You do have ways to increase your chance of success…
    You have a guardian spirit that makes you invulnerable for a short period of time
    and you can even call on an online player to help you…
    There’s an issue though…
    to call a random online player you need an ochoko cup..
    to get an ochoko cup you have to challenge a fallen warrior at a blood grave…
    these characters are insanely tough but that isn’t why this is frustrating…
    it’s frustrating because you get 1 shot and 1 shot only.. If you die you’re disconnected from the player and you have to get another cup to summon another player...
    there is no respawning and trying again which makes the grind to trying to defeat a boss even worse…
    The bosses are insane difficulty spikes that don’t fit with the rest of the level…
    I got to a point trying to beat the first real boss that regular enemies were warm butter to me… but the main boss was killing me almost instantly…
    I got insanely close to defeating them and they just picked me up with no warning and bit my head off and that was it.
    My partner was still alive but that didn’t matter
    instant disconnect, and no revive option
    There’s a massive lack of balance here and to me killed everything this game had going for it
    It went from skill to luck.
    I got to a point where I was over running down to the beach over and over again trying to get lucky….
    And the game frustratingly remembers items you use in battle but not the damage you do.
    Meaning you get none of your consumables back but the boss has all of their health again Its backwards and discourages experimenting with items... I never felt like I was progressing in combat with the boss… they even implemented a system where the game will create areas against bosses that you can’t evade at all in exchange for higher damage… no thank you after the 1000th try it just stopped being fun for me.. If the boss battles felt fair and progressive this game would be near masterpiece status… But they’re just roadblocks to the good stuff. instead of crafting an 80 hour journey full of challenge and strategy… you get an awesome world to explore that you have to suffer through cheap boss battles to experience… 8.5/10    … Expand
  54. Toldu_I_Tango
    Feb 8, 2017
    9
    Nioh is an amazing game that's visually stunning and has great use of rich colour . It's a dark fantasy tale with great cinematics . Average level design and environments hold Nioh back from being a classic. Combat however is fluid and feels great as do the vast array of weapons. There's loads of loot and character progression and you are rewarded well for progression which gladly makesNioh is an amazing game that's visually stunning and has great use of rich colour . It's a dark fantasy tale with great cinematics . Average level design and environments hold Nioh back from being a classic. Combat however is fluid and feels great as do the vast array of weapons. There's loads of loot and character progression and you are rewarded well for progression which gladly makes this game so addictive which is rare in games of the modern generation. Bosses look great also and lots of creativity and imagination has gone into them and the game as a whole. I've played a little of Souls and a little of Boodborne an I have to say I will be playing a lot of Nioh. I'm Very happy with my purchase and you should be too.… Expand
  55. Bigredbearded
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Wow. This game is amazing in every aspect except graphics. (I chose 60fps) Many souls comparisons but this game has more passion in its structure and mechanics. If Souls/Bloodborne came together with the mechanics and structure of Nioh it may be the best thing since sliced heads. Bread. I meant bread, guys....
  56. deadfox
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    I just want to praise this game. Before a lot of posts like this come up, I just love how it flows and the scaling difficulty. I also love how discouraging it is to see all the graves you pass as you continue your path. It excites me. I hope everyone is having as much fun as I am. May the good bl... oops. I can't wait for Nioh memes.
  57. AstroKing
    Feb 8, 2017
    9
    Desde que empiezas a jugar te das cuenta de lo buen juego que es. Han hecho un cruce perfecto entre Dark Souls y Diablo. Además, cada boss como buen hijo de Soul, es un gran desafío y te sientes estupendo cuando consigues derrotarlo.
  58. FTWOblivion
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Utterly splendid. Surprising amount of puzzles and exploring. Great challenge. Great reward. Its forcing me to use more words....INCREDIBLE!! Phenomenal.
  59. 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.
  60. GamerJosh0137
    Feb 8, 2017
    8
    A little disclaimer: I have not COMPLETELY finished the game yet but I think it is safe to say that I have put more than enough time in to get the full picture. If you have read some of the negative user reviews you may have seen some users asking how anyone got the idea that Nioh is anything like Dark Souls. I would say to them that is they can't see the comparison then they have neverA little disclaimer: I have not COMPLETELY finished the game yet but I think it is safe to say that I have put more than enough time in to get the full picture. If you have read some of the negative user reviews you may have seen some users asking how anyone got the idea that Nioh is anything like Dark Souls. I would say to them that is they can't see the comparison then they have never really played a Dark Souls game. It is that obvious. I can tell you 100% that there is MUCH taken from Dark Souls in terms of gameplay and mechanics. Imo this is a good thing. Nioh shines best at it's differences though. I don't want to say what they are because it's better if you notice them yourself. It's definitely a hard game, but how hard it is is up to you. You can make it harder if you wan't to find all the secret areas and their bosses, and once you clear a particular area you can go back through it again with higher level enemies. High risk but great reward. The higher level enemies drop better loot. One of my gripes (and honestly it has more to do with me not understanding how it really works) is the Ki. Dark Souls fans would relate this to stamina. If you don't manage your ki right, you can run out pretty quick and when that happens your character WONT move at all. There is a way to replace used Ki if you time the trigger just right when you start to see a light around your character. It totally reminds me of Bloodborne's health regeneration. In BB if you attack after being hit you can replace some of that lost health. Not EXACTLY like Nioh but pretty close. What I didn't like much at all was some of the setting. Towns and buildings, etc look really bland and uninteresting. This isn't a huge deal but in Dark Souls you can look far into the distance and it's almost always majestic looking, and you KNOW that at some point you will be there. Again, this wasn't a huge setback thanks to the fantastic gameplay. If you are a DarkBorne fan then you should DEFINITELY check this one out. I think you will be surprised at how much you'll enjoy it. Even if you are not a Dark Souls fan check it out, and don't let the difficulty scare you away. It's not nearly has hard as Dark Souls if you stick to the main path, then who knows you might get really good at it and then wan't to go back and do all the extra's.

    P.S. I can't believe I went through all of that and didn't mention the fighting stances. Imo it's one of the GREATEST differences with Dark Souls. You have your high, mid, and low stance. High stance is a heavy (and slow) attack, giving you a much harder hit to the enemy and your Ki. The mid would be your basic attack. It doesn't deal a whole lot of damage but its faster than the High attack. Then of coarse the low stance. Giving you a much faster strike but at way less damage. Knowing which one to use and when will take some getting used to. I am still having trouble with that but it's a lot of fun. With some fine tuning and practice it will come much easier.    … Expand
  61. tombo
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    I think i'm in love: you will be too. Man, this game is fun. Deep, strategic combat system: challenging bosses;
    and a lovely Japanese aesthetic propel you forward with countless delights. A must play.
  62. CiphirSol
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Team NINJA is back! Taking influences from many modern action-RPGS, (notably From Software's Soulsborne series) this game manages to blend those influences together and serve them up in a complex, tight and overall novel way. The only thing I could knock it for so far is the story, but when a game is this fun it's a minor gripe and arguably not really the "point" of the game itself. GoingTeam NINJA is back! Taking influences from many modern action-RPGS, (notably From Software's Soulsborne series) this game manages to blend those influences together and serve them up in a complex, tight and overall novel way. The only thing I could knock it for so far is the story, but when a game is this fun it's a minor gripe and arguably not really the "point" of the game itself. Going in, know this is a game with quite a bit of depth, but it's very easy to pick up and play, but like Ninja Gaiden before it, it's very difficult to master.… Expand
  63. Blackbox20
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    This game is shrouded in mystery and brings back the feeling I had when venturing into the world of Dark Souls for the first time. The game play is amazing and caters to various play styles. I hate to compare this game to Dark Souls because it really does stand on its own two feet but if enjoy the series then you'll absolutelplay is exceptional. The fluidity of the movements is on par withThis game is shrouded in mystery and brings back the feeling I had when venturing into the world of Dark Souls for the first time. The game play is amazing and caters to various play styles. I hate to compare this game to Dark Souls because it really does stand on its own two feet but if enjoy the series then you'll absolutelplay is exceptional. The fluidity of the movements is on par with the greatest out there. If you are a fan of the Souls series or Bloodborne this game is for you. This game will test your might, determination, your heart. This game is what we all have been asking for when it… Expand… Expand
  64. maxonlive
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    If you LOVE Bloodborne or Dark Souls, if you LOVE the satisfying reward of mastering the skill of your weapon when defeating enemies, you HAVE to play this game. I played both the betas and I sucked at them, but i cannot put the control down. I can't!
  65. NightmanCometh
    Feb 8, 2017
    9
    I will be one of the ones to say that I prefer Dark Souls over Nioh, but make no mistake, Nioh is an amazing game. I love the weight and speed of dark souls. It leaves more to careful and strategic motions. Nioh is faster and relies more heavily on combos than strategic, one-hit-then-back-off, moves as you would do in Dark Souls. This alone gives Nioh a unique identity and differentiatesI will be one of the ones to say that I prefer Dark Souls over Nioh, but make no mistake, Nioh is an amazing game. I love the weight and speed of dark souls. It leaves more to careful and strategic motions. Nioh is faster and relies more heavily on combos than strategic, one-hit-then-back-off, moves as you would do in Dark Souls. This alone gives Nioh a unique identity and differentiates itself from Dark Souls. The core combat, though slightly familiar, feels totally different. This is where Nioh Succeeds.

    The only negative I really have about this game is that the maps feel disjointed. The one thing that I absolutely LOVED about Dark Souls was the world design. It was an intricate world where all of the areas interacted. A world where you could get lost and find yourself back at the beginning. Nioh captures that in moments, but not as a whole unfortunately.

    All in all, this game is amazing and definitely worth a play. The bosses are also damn hard.    … Expand
  66. IncognitosX
    Feb 8, 2017
    9
    This game is shrouded in mystery and brings back the feeling I had when venturing into the world of Dark Souls for the first time. The game play is amazing and caters to various play styles. I hate to compare this game to Dark Souls because it really does stand on its own two feet but if enjoy the series then you'll absolutely love this. At first it felt a bit easy but little did I knowThis game is shrouded in mystery and brings back the feeling I had when venturing into the world of Dark Souls for the first time. The game play is amazing and caters to various play styles. I hate to compare this game to Dark Souls because it really does stand on its own two feet but if enjoy the series then you'll absolutely love this. At first it felt a bit easy but little did I know that was only the tutorial. I find this game a bit more challenging than Dark Souls but that might be because I'm adjusting. Regardless, if you enjoy the complexities of an RPG, meticulously crawling though levels for secrets, intense action and a challenge like no other than this game is for you.… Expand
  67. 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
  68. 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
  69. 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
  70. 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.
  71. Ramb0sCorner
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Nioh clearly takes its direction from the Souls series but does it right. The story is very interesting and the game play is exceptional. The fluidity of the movements is on par with the greatest out there. If you are a fan of the Souls series or Bloodborne this game is for you. This game will test your might, determination, your heart. This game is what we all have been asking for when itNioh clearly takes its direction from the Souls series but does it right. The story is very interesting and the game play is exceptional. The fluidity of the movements is on par with the greatest out there. If you are a fan of the Souls series or Bloodborne this game is for you. This game will test your might, determination, your heart. This game is what we all have been asking for when it comes to games that wont hold your hand, that the enemies don't seem like bullet dummies. This is a GOTY contender very easily. Don't miss out.… Expand
  72. 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
  73. akakhalifa22323
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    This game shows how from software were lazy with Darksouls 3. Why? because Nioh have :

    More content Story that isn't hidden under item description. Stable Coop and summon system Combat system Crafting and weapons upgrading Fashion More playable Character Different skill point for each section like magic, ninjutsu and samurai skill and a lot more because this is just for the    This game shows how from software were lazy with Darksouls 3. Why? because Nioh have :

    More content
    Story that isn't hidden under item description.
    Stable Coop and summon system
    Combat system
    Crafting and weapons upgrading
    Fashion
    More playable Character
    Different skill point for each section like magic, ninjutsu and samurai skill

    and a lot more because this is just for the first section of the game.    … Expand
  74. Damien333
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Do yourself a favor and just go play this f^$&#ng game.Do yourself a favor and just go play this f^$&#ng game.Do yourself a favor and just go play this f^$&#ng game.
  75. Pcell
    Feb 8, 2017
    7
    A masterpiece made mediocre by pandering to an audience that doesn't care about the game in the first place. The difficulty was greatly reduced from the alpha and beta tests, and all that's left to do is stroll through the game without any challenge.
    The beta test was the fun most I've had with a video game in years, but the full game is just disappointing. Many enemies removed, their    A masterpiece made mediocre by pandering to an audience that doesn't care about the game in the first place. The difficulty was greatly reduced from the alpha and beta tests, and all that's left to do is stroll through the game without any challenge.
    The beta test was the fun most I've had with a video game in years, but the full game is just disappointing. Many enemies removed, their health and damage reduced, some enemies have had their speed slowed to make their attacks easier to avoid, AI has been tweaked to make the enemies less aggressive.
    The game never had impressive graphics but the amazing combat and the challenge made up for it. Now the great combat system is wasted with the challenge gone.
    Sad to see the game go this way after being advertised as a difficult game for masochists.    … Expand
  76. GloriousDuck
    Feb 8, 2017
    9
    A must-play for souls fans. My only criticism is that the games environments are lacking compared to souls games in terms of art-direction. Level design itself is very good though.

    The game is incredible especially considering that it is a new IP. Tons of replay value.
  77. PanzerFliege
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    (Alpha + Beta + Last Chance) + Community Suggestions = perfect bug fix.
    This is the way how developers should allow players to help with producing amazing games.
    Well done!
  78. chinpi
    Feb 8, 2017
    3
    This game is too much like DARK SOULS. I don't like this type of game. I couldn't bear the boredom of playing this game. Making Ninja Gaiden 4 please, Team Ninja.
  79. Sheep_198
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    I'm a big fan of souls series and bloodborn, and got platinum trophy, I gave them 10/10. However, this game beats them all, the loot system is what I've always wanted like diablo loot, much better than fixed loot like bloodborn and souls that you can even memorise them. Character levelling so much more depth than souls. Missions clear unlike bloodborn and souls confusing and weird.I'm a big fan of souls series and bloodborn, and got platinum trophy, I gave them 10/10. However, this game beats them all, the loot system is what I've always wanted like diablo loot, much better than fixed loot like bloodborn and souls that you can even memorise them. Character levelling so much more depth than souls. Missions clear unlike bloodborn and souls confusing and weird. Character movement and handling is fast and easy. Graphics options is great. Design is fine. Only downside is the camera angle is annoying like souls in tight areas. Nioh, you win, souls got a long way to catch up with you, well done!… Expand
  80. Eibon
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    In the current dark age of gaming, during the reign of soulless Ubisoft-like open world tower-capture simulators... This game is a shining ray of hope! A masterpiece! Something actually worth your time and cash! Love it! Embrace it! Accept the challenge!
  81. 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
  82. 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.
  83. 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.
  84. 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.
  85. Geovanavac
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Nioh creates its own distinct persona with ingenious game design, beautiful art direction, fascinating storytelling, aggressive combat, and enormous amount of content to partake in. I went from a demo I was very cautious to try into a final release I fell in absolute love with. With all of these elements in tow and nary a criticism in sight, Nioh is arguably one of the best games of thisNioh creates its own distinct persona with ingenious game design, beautiful art direction, fascinating storytelling, aggressive combat, and enormous amount of content to partake in. I went from a demo I was very cautious to try into a final release I fell in absolute love with. With all of these elements in tow and nary a criticism in sight, Nioh is arguably one of the best games of this generation.… Expand
  86. 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
  87. 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
  88. Evertonsazak
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    The combat in the game is incredibly exciting. There are five different weapon types to choose from - katana, dual katana, spear, axe, and the kusarigama (a blade on a chain you swing around). Every weapon has a low stance, mid stance, and high stance; each stance modifies the supply of attack power and Ki (stamina) consumed. There are also three kinds of long range weapons: bows, rifles,The combat in the game is incredibly exciting. There are five different weapon types to choose from - katana, dual katana, spear, axe, and the kusarigama (a blade on a chain you swing around). Every weapon has a low stance, mid stance, and high stance; each stance modifies the supply of attack power and Ki (stamina) consumed. There are also three kinds of long range weapons: bows, rifles, and hand cannons - the latter of which is very fun to use in groups of enemies.… Expand
  89. 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
  90. 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
  91. 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
  92. Carlosgarcia
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Dark Souls e Bloodborne tem um novo desafiante, como este novo PS4 exclusivo prova uma alternativa mais do que digna.
    Se você já ouviu alguma coisa sobre Nioh antes de seu lançamento, é provavelmente o fato de que é muito parecido com Dark Souls. O que para muitos significará simplesmente uma coisa: é muito difícil. E isso é verdade, este não é um jogo fácil. Mas há muito mais para o    Dark Souls e Bloodborne tem um novo desafiante, como este novo PS4 exclusivo prova uma alternativa mais do que digna.
    Se você já ouviu alguma coisa sobre Nioh antes de seu lançamento, é provavelmente o fato de que é muito parecido com Dark Souls. O que para muitos significará simplesmente uma coisa: é muito difícil. E isso é verdade, este não é um jogo fácil. Mas há muito mais para o apelo de Dark Souls do que apenas a sua dificuldade. É claro que a equipe de desenvolvedores Ninja entende isso, e enquanto Nioh depende muito de outros jogos por sua inspiração, isso adiciona tanto à fórmula SoulsBorne quanto ela empresta.    … Expand
  93. 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
  94. 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
  95. 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
  96. AlessandraHana
    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
  97. 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
  98. suzuki
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    Nioh é um jogaço com uma bela mistura da Saga Souls, Ninja Gaiden e um pouco de Onimusha é um jogo perfeiito pra quem procura um jogo desafiador onde cada canto a morte te espera.
  99. guiden777
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    The first half of 2017 is a masterpiece.
    A masterpiece that combines the advantages of gameplay, story, and manipulation action.
    It is a work that connects Bloodbone with Dark Soul.
  100. SasukeFuumetsu
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Se você gosta de Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, Bloodborne e Onimusha pode comprar sem medo, é um jogo incrível.

    O jogo possui uma fluidez e jogabilidade mais rápida e precisa que os jogos que citei acima, na verdade, o jogo tem elementos melhorados de todos os jogos acima, o Stealth de Bloodborne, os inimigos muito parecidos com Dark Souls, o gênero parecido com Onimusha e os bosses tão    Se você gosta de Demon's Souls, Dark Souls, Bloodborne e Onimusha pode comprar sem medo, é um jogo incrível.

    O jogo possui uma fluidez e jogabilidade mais rápida e precisa que os jogos que citei acima, na verdade, o jogo tem elementos melhorados de todos os jogos acima, o Stealth de Bloodborne, os inimigos muito parecidos com Dark Souls, o gênero parecido com Onimusha e os bosses tão difíceis como no Demon's Souls, o jogo consegue ser melhor que todos acima no quesito Action RPG, ele possui mais personalizações, mais opções de jogabilidade, mais armas usáveis e o cenário do jogo consegue ser muito melhor que o do Dark Souls, é simplesmente incrível, no pôr do Sol, noite, dia, o jogo é perfeito no quesito gráfico, cenário e ambiente. Os inimigos do jogo são muito variados também, muito mais no que os jogos acima, o jogo possui uma dificuldade natural é difícil achar o Elixir que recupera seu HP e claro, existem milhares de inimigos difíceis e variados, a história do jogo está longe de ser ruim, é muito boa na verdade. Se você é um jogador (a) experiente em RPG's como DS, DM, Bloodborne e Onimusha, pode comprar, não irá se arrepender.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#8 Best PS4 Game of 2017
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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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