Nioh

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2628 Ratings

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  1. AzureYukiPoo
    Mar 21, 2017
    9
    Initially, told that it is a Dark Souls clone but played it and can say it is a game on its own. Wow such difficult yet fun game. Love the incorporation of Japanese folk lore in the game along with some dashes of Japanese history. If you wanna learn about Japan, play this game. Or try making your character look like kenshin himura. A potential nominee for GOTY 2017
  2. Wulgard
    Mar 21, 2017
    10
    absolutely fantastic game. This is a really fast pace dark souls type of games with really good music, graphics are gorgeous and the game play is really solid. i recommend this game.
  3. Kakarot26
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    Games with combat as fast paced as this tend to be a bit messy if not a lot, but Nioh´s battle system is also extremely precise and slick. Add to that an infinite amount of options, weapons, abilities, stances, items, that blend together perfectly and relate wonderfully to enemies and level design, and you have videogame action nirvana.

    The challenge it presents is also a very strong    Games with combat as fast paced as this tend to be a bit messy if not a lot, but Nioh´s battle system is also extremely precise and slick. Add to that an infinite amount of options, weapons, abilities, stances, items, that blend together perfectly and relate wonderfully to enemies and level design, and you have videogame action nirvana.

    The challenge it presents is also a very strong point. I´m honestly tired of games where it is almost impossible to get killed. Here you will die time after time, but if you play smart, focus and use al of your resources, you will get through every challenge you are presented with, and it will be most satisfying. That´s what videogames should be all about in the end.

    Gameplay mechanics are the soul of this game, but other aspects such as graphics, sound effects or character design are also at a very high level. I have completed 5 missions of this game so far, and if this keeps up, it´s flawless.    … Expand
  4. Chowda
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    I have played through 2+ times......finished all missions.....platinum'd it.....finished both title lists...which includes beating each boss 5 times and beating each boss and not getting hit.....went on random missions and got into the top 15 of my clan ranking....maxed my proficiency in all weapons....fiddled around with a barehanded build....

    I don't want to go overboard but this    I have played through 2+ times......finished all missions.....platinum'd it.....finished both title lists...which includes beating each boss 5 times and beating each boss and not getting hit.....went on random missions and got into the top 15 of my clan ranking....maxed my proficiency in all weapons....fiddled around with a barehanded build....

    I don't want to go overboard but this might be the greatest game I have ever played.

    For most games, I get to the end and just want it to be over....I was disappointed when this game ended. So I played it again....and was disappointed again when I finished it a second time.

    I have played 250+ hours of this game and still want more.....I don't think there is a greater compliment than that.    … Expand
  5. Wombats123
    Mar 20, 2017
    9
    Nioh is a fresh new mix of older titles, that brings many new things to the table, with an amazingly well done and polished combat system, a diablo-esque loot system, and enough things to keep you interested. Although the story isn't to die for, Nioh makes up for it with the fantastic game-play.
  6. gitgudskrub
    Mar 20, 2017
    8
    Nioh is a great game. It has great bosses, great enemies, interesting Japanese mythology, and some of the best combat system I've ever had the pleasure of using. It's an absolute blast to play, and I'd say it's my favorite game of 2017 so far. The only things that hold the game back from a 9/10 or 10/10 are: 1.) Finding health packs. You can only carry 8 of them, you can't buy them, andNioh is a great game. It has great bosses, great enemies, interesting Japanese mythology, and some of the best combat system I've ever had the pleasure of using. It's an absolute blast to play, and I'd say it's my favorite game of 2017 so far. The only things that hold the game back from a 9/10 or 10/10 are: 1.) Finding health packs. You can only carry 8 of them, you can't buy them, and they aren't that common. So if you run out, you have to grind for more. 2.) The mission system. This one isn't a big problem, but it should've been one open connected world like in dark souls or bloodborne. Still a fantastic game.… Expand
  7. DMcGee2288
    Mar 20, 2017
    10
    WOW! I was pleasantly surprised with this game. At first, there's a sharp learning curve. I imagine this curve is much deeper and harder to turn with if you are more of a casual gamer. I won't lie: it's not as hard as everyone says it is, but you have to get past this curve first. When I first started this game and I was going through the first region, I was deeply frustrated with the gameWOW! I was pleasantly surprised with this game. At first, there's a sharp learning curve. I imagine this curve is much deeper and harder to turn with if you are more of a casual gamer. I won't lie: it's not as hard as everyone says it is, but you have to get past this curve first. When I first started this game and I was going through the first region, I was deeply frustrated with the game and considered putting it down many times. I'm glad that I didn't. This game is a 9.5 in my books, so I rounded it up to a 10 considering it's my current GOTY.

    People are constantly comparing this game to dark souls and Bloodborne. Honestly, it's nothing like the games From Software had to offer. The basic "health bar, magic bar, stamina bar" and premises to the combat system are where the similarities end. Some may argue these are big similarities. However, when only 10% of the games' traits could be considerable as alike in some way, form or fashion, I would venture to say that other 90% makes the two types very much apart from one another. There are a list of ways why they are different, but it's a good thing that they are. This game is in the same genre, sure, but there are a number of distinctions that set it apart from games made by From Software. Nioh is amazing. It has gameplay that is very unique and a combat system that leaves one begging for more once they've got the hang of it.    … Expand
  8. kingofkoopas
    Mar 19, 2017
    7
    I think people are praising this game too much. I think it's because they are sick of Dark Souls. Although Ashes of Ariandel was pretty lame, the Souls series is as strong as ever. Nioh is great fun, but that's all it is, great fun. This is not a deep technical game with a learning curve on combat. The learning curve is on figuring out how to work out the menus and customization of itemsI think people are praising this game too much. I think it's because they are sick of Dark Souls. Although Ashes of Ariandel was pretty lame, the Souls series is as strong as ever. Nioh is great fun, but that's all it is, great fun. This is not a deep technical game with a learning curve on combat. The learning curve is on figuring out how to work out the menus and customization of items and gear. This is no Dark Souls, and certainly no Ninja Gaiden either. It might look like it and at times play like it, but its similarities are only skin deep. I am still playing it after beating the last boss on a total of 75 hours. Did I get my moneys worth? Absolutely! Would I recommend it to everyone? Yes to that as well. I did this entire game without Playstation Plus, so no summons for help. I am not sure if you can summon NPCs like you can in Dark Souls. If there is, I never bothered to try. The retards claiming that this game is a masterpiece are players of average level, and people of limited understanding.

    This is a fine game however, it has a great loot system and a really fun magic system. The weapons and armor pieces are great too. Other nice things that can be said about Nioh is that it has great characters, real Japanese men, and not just because they were real people, but because they were red pilled men, not the emasculated weak men of today. I am still playing it at the moment. I am doing the hard missions that are unlocked once you beat the final boss. But I cannot help the feeling of disappointment that I have been getting lately.

    This game game is too easy. Unless you are an average player, you really should not think of Nioh as a challenging game. This has nothing to do with having played Dark Souls or any other game. I wish people stopped regurgitating the same crap about how playing Dark Souls is what makes Nioh seem easier to the very few who claim it is. I have a total of 700 hours on Dark Souls 1-3. When I went through the third one, I was more than familiar with the playing system, but I never found myself cheesing through mobs, or defeating bosses in first attempts with absolutely no summons at all. Nioh's main problem with difficulty comes with the mobs, aside from the Tengu enemy, everything else is a complete joke. A punching bag for you to stab or run circles around on. The mobs are small too, they really should not even be called mobs. It's extremely rare to fight more than 2 enemies at once. Once in a while you can fight 3 enemies at once. And Once in a blue moon you fight more than that. Their movements are telegraphed from a mile away too. From the first hour to the last you are going to be fighting the same damn red ogres over and over and over and over again. Will they do different attacks? Maybe one or two, but mostly they just have a bigger health pool and do more damage. You will fight lots and lots of skull samurai......They swing their blade twice and ask you to kill them after they miss their swings 99 times out of 100. I beat about 6-10 bosses on my first attempt. I am not gloating here, this is not a game to gloat over about. This game is not Ninja Gaiden hard.

    This is a really fun game that I am enjoying, but putting it on Dark Souls ground is a bald faced lie.    … Expand
  9. MAFIAxMaverick
    Mar 19, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best surprises of the last few years. When I started Nioh I had that same feeling I had when I impulse bought Demon's Souls. "How could they only have two copies of this game on launch day?! This is amazing." It truly is amazing. I've poured about 100 hours into it so far and beaten NG+ (Way of the Strong).

    It's the best mix of Ninja Giaden, SoulsBorne gameplay, and Diablo's loot system (I swear I thought of this before I read an official review say the same thing). Combat is fast, tactical, and fun. It can get a bit repetitive, but enemies have enough of a variety of different moves that it's not the same move every time.

    Even with Onmyo Magic making things easier in the NG+, I still find myself messing up a combo or misreading an enemy's combo and find myself dead. The multiplayer mechanic, as it is now, is unique. I'm looking forward to when full PvP is implemented. This is truly a return to form for Team Ninja. My only gripe is that the story is a bit convoluted and became an afterthought in the middle. I picked up caring about it toward the end when I actually understood what was going on. On the same note, bosses were a bit hit or miss. Some were just too easy to figure out the first time you fought them.    … Expand
  10. Klotz
    Mar 19, 2017
    8
    PRO:
    -Very cool Combat Mechanics
    -Extensive Skill system -Charakter Customisation NEUTRAL: -Sound and Soundtrack -Story -Crafting -Atmosphere -NPCs -Balancing CON: -Enemy Variety -Level Variety -Backtracking (in Side missions) -The quality and amount of loot -time spend in menus Tldr:Combat and Customisation even better than Dark Souls, Level/Enemy design and    PRO:
    -Very cool Combat Mechanics
    -Extensive Skill system
    -Charakter Customisation

    NEUTRAL:
    -Sound and Soundtrack
    -Story
    -Crafting
    -Atmosphere
    -NPCs
    -Balancing

    CON:
    -Enemy Variety
    -Level Variety
    -Backtracking (in Side missions)
    -The quality and amount of loot
    -time spend in menus
    Tldr:Combat and Customisation even better than Dark Souls, Level/Enemy design and Atmosphere is lacking.    … Expand
  11. WiskeyJack
    Mar 18, 2017
    9
    So far it is filling the Dark Souls ich quite nicely. I don't like how you have to chi blast when you use stam, I find this awkward after getting used to how dark souls did it throughout the series. but I am sure I will get used to it.
  12. antonchigur
    Mar 18, 2017
    8
    It's a good game. The world is real nice looking, classic samurai feel to it. It's kind of like a cross between Souls and Ninja Gaiden with sort of a Diablo 2 sort of loot grind at the end, which is really cool. This game came as a surprise too, wasn't expecting to purchase it but after watching some videos on it I had to give it a go. Really good game, not sure how much longevity itIt's a good game. The world is real nice looking, classic samurai feel to it. It's kind of like a cross between Souls and Ninja Gaiden with sort of a Diablo 2 sort of loot grind at the end, which is really cool. This game came as a surprise too, wasn't expecting to purchase it but after watching some videos on it I had to give it a go. Really good game, not sure how much longevity it has. Hopefully the PvP spices things up a lot!… Expand
  13. KuBr0
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    I'm a fan of bloodsouls games and I simply love NioH even more than I loved going from dark souls to bloodborne. This game is extremely deep, has a very challenging, but yet natural way of controlling the combat (changing stances mid combo ect.) and I simply can't get enough of it. I already completed more than 100 coop missions and you really can see the difference between ppl which areI'm a fan of bloodsouls games and I simply love NioH even more than I loved going from dark souls to bloodborne. This game is extremely deep, has a very challenging, but yet natural way of controlling the combat (changing stances mid combo ect.) and I simply can't get enough of it. I already completed more than 100 coop missions and you really can see the difference between ppl which are in full control of their character and between those, that just smash the buttons and use one stance, lel ;) What is good is, that the noobs slowly vanish as the time goes, but on the other hand, competition grows stronger as we're getting closer to PvP release ;) oh boy, can't wait ... what a game!!!… Expand
  14. Nel
    Mar 16, 2017
    8
    Great fun challenging game, it is similar to the dark souls games if you are used to them. The game plays really well, and it is fun and enjoyable to play. The story is so so, but the gameplay is will make you come back.
  15. TheParrradox
    Mar 15, 2017
    9
    Loved the level designs, boss designs, the loot system, the co-op and the amazing gameplay. Music was a missed opportunity and could have been better. The main campaign got a little too easy near the end (despite the high level requirements). However, the twilight missions and post game content is difficult enough to keep any hardcore gamer occupied. The game is huge as well. Ton's ofLoved the level designs, boss designs, the loot system, the co-op and the amazing gameplay. Music was a missed opportunity and could have been better. The main campaign got a little too easy near the end (despite the high level requirements). However, the twilight missions and post game content is difficult enough to keep any hardcore gamer occupied. The game is huge as well. Ton's of content to keep you occupied for days or weeks.… Expand
  16. mikepatyaev
    Mar 15, 2017
    7
    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
  17. karson
    Mar 15, 2017
    9
    I am a fan of the Soulsborne series and have played all of them. It's easy to say that Nioh IS another Dark Souls game, however, it is NOT a Dark Souls clone. Nioh is unique on its own with the combat system, theme, looting, etc, but it is also HARD. I definitely enjoyed the game very much and would recommend it over Dark Souls 3, but Bloodborne is still the better game.
  18. vampyren
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    In 2 words: Holy cow!
    This game is just that great, after spending hundred hours on Dark soul3 +DLC first on PS4 and then on PC and finishing that game i went for Nioh and at first i thought it would be rip of but the more i played the more i loved this game. There is a depth into this game. All the customization i could make to play the style i liked. There are so many weapon choices and    In 2 words: Holy cow!
    This game is just that great, after spending hundred hours on Dark soul3 +DLC first on PS4 and then on PC and finishing that game i went for Nioh and at first i thought it would be rip of but the more i played the more i loved this game. There is a depth into this game. All the customization i could make to play the style i liked. There are so many weapon choices and it all feels very fluid and most importantly FUN. I feel like a real ninja playing this game which gives me a tingly feeling in my stomach.
    There are very few games that come close to this perfect game. I finished the game at level 127 which i think it higher then most people. I like to do every single side quest and enjoy the game and not rush through it. I think i must have spend atleast 140h or so on this game and i want to continue playing for a NG+.
    I badly like to start with Zelda which i have been saving or i would for sure go for a NG+.
    If you have not played it i really recommend this game, its not something you want to miss if you own a PS4.    … Expand
  19. Voopydoopy
    Mar 14, 2017
    8
    The RPG mechanics are absolutely unnecessary, the story sucks, but the combat is some of the best combat in any game ever. In other words Nioh is an extremely good action game but also a bad RPG.
  20. KDFukuyama
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    As a Bloodborne Fan, I really like Nioh.
    In many ways it's like Bloodborne but with a lot of uniqueness.
    STORY: A PLUS for the Mix of Japanese Feudal history and Japanese Folklore. The story of the Main character could be a little better, yet, it's entertaining. 8/10 GAMEPLAY: It's the Strongest Point of the Game. It's Challenging, Unforgiven, Methodical, but the most important,    As a Bloodborne Fan, I really like Nioh.
    In many ways it's like Bloodborne but with a lot of uniqueness.

    STORY: A PLUS for the Mix of Japanese Feudal history and Japanese Folklore. The story of the Main character could be a little better, yet, it's entertaining. 8/10

    GAMEPLAY: It's the Strongest Point of the Game. It's Challenging, Unforgiven, Methodical, but the most important, it's FAIR. It did the Souls Games homework! The KI-Pulse system (fast stamina regeneration) is annoying at beginning, but after you learn to use it, the game clicks and becomes very enjoyable! The variety of Weapons and Armours together with Armour and Weapon Forging, Fusing and Visual Changing is a fresh addition to the Souls Formula. 10/10

    GRAPHIC: Not the best looking game ever, but there are beautiful places with mix of Fields, Castles, Caves in Night, Day, Rain conditions is very pleasant. The level design is carefully crafted. Also, you can choose between Better Graphics, Better FPS or Mix of both. For a fast game like this which precision is necessary, it's really a welcome feature. Any game could have this option. 9/10

    MUSIC AND SOUND: Very nice mix of Japanese Old and New Style musics. It could have more variations and sometimes it becomes repetitive, but nothing that bothers while you're playing. The sound effect is also good, and the concept of using Japanese actors/actress for Japanese voice is perfect. 9/10

    CONCLUSION: A must have for any Souls Games Fan or People who likes challenges. 9/10    … Expand
  21. Muffin-Reviews
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Nioh review: Where can I start with this game and why you should go and buy it. If you're a fan of SoulBorne or just looking for a good RPG to have a good fun challenge, this is it! Nioh has a very fantastic setting in the game that takes place in Primarily in Japan. Nioh has an incredible story you meet a lot of Japanese Shoguns in the year 1600. One of my favorite things about this gameNioh review: Where can I start with this game and why you should go and buy it. If you're a fan of SoulBorne or just looking for a good RPG to have a good fun challenge, this is it! Nioh has a very fantastic setting in the game that takes place in Primarily in Japan. Nioh has an incredible story you meet a lot of Japanese Shoguns in the year 1600. One of my favorite things about this game is the different enemies and bosses and just how original they are in every way. I will iterate on the bosses. This game is so great with these bosses that they are probably one of the best and most original I've ever seen on any PS4 game so far. The combat is faster than the SoulBorne games, and the player has three forms they can use in interchange during combat so it would not be stale. In conclusion, this game is one of the best games I've played on the PS4.… Expand
  22. BURRAK
    Mar 14, 2017
    7
    If We compare NIOH with Dark soul 3 and Bloodborne then Score of NIOH is 0 and we want to play Ninja Gaiden types games then Score of NIOH is 7.Dark soul3 and bloodborne both are outstanding games
  23. Ledge_Pls
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Absolutely refreshing, engagingly satisfying and challenging combat that keeps you clamoring for more the more hours you play and the more you hone your skills. The setting is 10/10 with a very charming, enchanting and sometimes very dark mix of Japan's folklore and history to create a believable and memorable romp through feudal Japan with nothing but your blade and your swordman's spiritAbsolutely refreshing, engagingly satisfying and challenging combat that keeps you clamoring for more the more hours you play and the more you hone your skills. The setting is 10/10 with a very charming, enchanting and sometimes very dark mix of Japan's folklore and history to create a believable and memorable romp through feudal Japan with nothing but your blade and your swordman's spirit to guide you......the dangerous and visceral world of Nioh is one of technical combat with Japan's best weapons, nightmares and fantasies all rolled into a supremely satisfying package.

    It's rarity/RNG based gear system and Japanese setting make for a refreshingly new take on the souls-like formula that will leave you wanting more. Although it's repeated enemy designs and a few certain peculiar mechanics at times do take some of the shine off of an otherwise very well thought out and executed title, its no so much that it comes close to being a deal breaker on purchasing this game........especially if you're a fan of the Soulsbonre, or Ninja Gaiden series which would make this a must buy no questions asked.    … Expand
  24. VsAssassin
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    Nioh is the hit that came as a no surprise. The aspects that make it great are seemingly borrowed from a certain game (a game that's also celebrated), but what makes Nioh greater are the things that it adds to the core gameplay. It's criminal and a disservice to say it's just a clone of that certain game, because it isn't.

    If you've played hack and slash classics such as Onimusha and    Nioh is the hit that came as a no surprise. The aspects that make it great are seemingly borrowed from a certain game (a game that's also celebrated), but what makes Nioh greater are the things that it adds to the core gameplay. It's criminal and a disservice to say it's just a clone of that certain game, because it isn't.

    If you've played hack and slash classics such as Onimusha and Ninja Gaiden, Nioh is right up at your alley and more. And more, I say, because every facet of Nioh teems with personality, that, overwhelming as a whole at first, will grab you by the hands and command you to keep playing.

    Outside gameplay, Nioh gives you the option to choose between enjoying the game with a steady frame rate and looking at improved visuals--which may enhance your gaming experience depending on your preference. Although these options send a confusing message (because console games don't really give such options until this generation), they are more than welcome in Nioh and other games moving forward.

    The only flaw I can think of and that I can pin on Nioh, and this being a personal one, would be the challenging (Japanese) given names that you need to memorize in order to have a fuller grasp of the main narrative. I have nothing against the Japanese culture; in fact, I love their culture--though I am not a (weeabo?)--but the number of characters at play is quite many, that as you go further into the game, you'd find yourself either looking into the character dossier to keep up with the story, or completely ignore who's who and enjoy whatever amount of narrative morsels you have of Nioh.

    Overall, Nioh is a solid game deserving of the 9s and 10s critics gave it. The post-release content it will receive (PVP is among them) will only add to the already sumptuous experience that is Nioh. Get it now!    … Expand
  25. Ragerover
    Mar 13, 2017
    9
    Fans of Bloodborne and other From Software games will likely enjoy Nioh as it has a great deal in common with the formula of these games. It however, also does many things differently.

    Nioh features talent trees focused on 5 weapon types, ninjutsu, and onmyo magic which skill points can be allocated to based on stats and weapon usage. This means that you can specialize in specific    Fans of Bloodborne and other From Software games will likely enjoy Nioh as it has a great deal in common with the formula of these games. It however, also does many things differently.

    Nioh features talent trees focused on 5 weapon types, ninjutsu, and onmyo magic which skill points can be allocated to based on stats and weapon usage. This means that you can specialize in specific weapon types and cater your build towards your playstyle. I personally focused on strength and played the game using Axes to smash my enemies.

    Another major difference from From games is in the loot system. Nioh has a Diablo-esque loot system where weapons and gear drop from enemies with random bonuses and rarity levels. These items can be upgraded and the bonuses rerolled at the Blacksmith to help reduce RNG. However, the cost of doing this and frequency of gear drops means its almost always better to just wait for better drops. I enjoyed this system but many others hate the bulk of useless items you get.

    The biggest difference and strength of Nioh is the combat. Combat is fluid and skill based with dodging, ki management through timed ki pulses, and blocking. The better you get at the game the more the difficulty plummets as you take advantage of many game breaking abilities. Magic in particular has an ability Sloth that slows down enemy movement and attacks including bosses. This often trivializes some encounters, but it is your choice to use such abilities.

    The story of Nioh is about William Adams, an Irish pirate who goes to Japan to retrieve his stolen spirit guardian. He gets caught up in the machinations of Tokugawa Ieyasu and ehlps unify Japan through historical events such as the battle of Sekigahara. The game has many historically accurate events and characters with some creative license taken as the game contains demons and undead monsters. Overall, the story was interesting but easily ignorable and confusing for those unfamiliar with Japanese history.

    The biggest negative factor of Nioh is the enemy variety and level design. By the third of 6 regions in the game you have fought basically every new enemy you will encounter. Levels are filled with the same enemy Yokai and zombies and it will often get boring doing levels. The bosses however are really good and for the most part unique. Boss fights are where the game truly shines. Levels often feel samey as many feature typical Japanese village settings and mountain caves. Some areas like the Ninja mansion are visually interesting however.

    In conclusion, Nioh is a fast paced and fluid game from Team Ninja that is a definite must for those who enjoy games such as Bloodborne or who are interested in Japanese history and mythology. The game features a gameplay mode that locks the frame rate at 60 fps at the cost of resolution and this helps the game maintain its fast paced and fluid combat. PVP is being added in April and there are 3 planned DLC story packs that will hopefully add much more enemy variety.    … Expand
  26. jeremydecola
    Mar 13, 2017
    10
    Just finished Nioh's main campaign, started New Game+ and after a little over 60 hours of pure enjoyment, I must say, this game's combat mechanics bring a depth unlike anything you would expect from a soulsborne-esque game. The reason for that being that this is NOT a soulsborne game. Replay value is tremendous. Graphics, although dated, are nice to look at. The game can be frustrating atJust finished Nioh's main campaign, started New Game+ and after a little over 60 hours of pure enjoyment, I must say, this game's combat mechanics bring a depth unlike anything you would expect from a soulsborne-esque game. The reason for that being that this is NOT a soulsborne game. Replay value is tremendous. Graphics, although dated, are nice to look at. The game can be frustrating at first but never disheartening; never did I actually feel like giving up. Customization is nearly endless and content is plentiful. The game's soundtrack meshes very well with each scene, adding to the ominous yet epic events that unfold. This is a very memorable game indeed. If you have a PS4, I suggest picking this game up. You won't regret it!… Expand
  27. houyi111
    Mar 12, 2017
    8
    platinumed the game and had a lots of fun... it has a few basic mechanisms as souls series but also unique in many ways. the major problem i have with this game is how unbalanced it is... too many oped spells and cheap ways to beat the bosses...i think the level design, the enemy variety and the boss design are a little lacking... the gameplay, however, is very very good and feels betterplatinumed the game and had a lots of fun... it has a few basic mechanisms as souls series but also unique in many ways. the major problem i have with this game is how unbalanced it is... too many oped spells and cheap ways to beat the bosses...i think the level design, the enemy variety and the boss design are a little lacking... the gameplay, however, is very very good and feels better than souls imo. it is a solid game and could be 9 or 10 out of 10 for a lot of people, but after finished the game i have no desire to replay it for some reasons...i feel the game has its moment but also very grindy and repetitive, so it is a 8 for me.....… Expand
  28. josei1985
    Mar 12, 2017
    8
    Maravilloso y difícil juego. No he probado aún ninguno de From Software pero se le compara con ellos. Es un juego ciertamente complicado hasta entrada la mitad de la historia, a partir de ahí los jefes finales son bastante más asequibles y necesitarás menos intentos, incluso si vas con tiento los podrás matar a la primera.
    Es ciertamente adictivo. Aunque te desanimarás, no dejarás de    Maravilloso y difícil juego. No he probado aún ninguno de From Software pero se le compara con ellos. Es un juego ciertamente complicado hasta entrada la mitad de la historia, a partir de ahí los jefes finales son bastante más asequibles y necesitarás menos intentos, incluso si vas con tiento los podrás matar a la primera.
    Es ciertamente adictivo. Aunque te desanimarás, no dejarás de intentar acabar con ese maldito jefe final. Qué más se puede pedir de un juego de elevada dificultad que te mina la moral pero que no puedes dejar de jugar y que te acelerará las pulsaciones cuando ves que la vida del enemigo se acerca a su final. La sensación de acabar con un boss que parecía intocable es indescriptible en este videojuego.

    Sistema de combate revolucionario y muy profundo. Contamos con tres posturas, alta, media y baja cada una con sus pro y contra. Tenemos varias armas (katana, katana doble, lanza, kurasigama o como se diga, martillo y hacha. Según el arma que tengamos, las habilidades que hayamos desbloqueado y la postura que tengamos, nuestros combos serán distintos. Creo que actualmente no hay un juego con este tipo de combate. Toda una sorpresa y un acierto. Mi consejo, aunque empecé el juego con una kusarigama y un hacha lo he terminado con una lanza con elemento de rayo y luego otra con fuego en postura media, y la verdad es que combinamos algo de la velocidad de las katanas y kusarigama con la potencia de ataque de un hacha o martillo, más poderosos pero excesivamente lentos para utilizarlos contra jefes.

    Gráficamente no es un portento. Pero lo bueno es que te deja elegir entre mejora gráfica y 30fps o 60fps con menor detalle (modo acción) y la verdad es que esos 60fps le sientan al juego y especialmente al combate como anillo al dedo.
    Otra cosa buena es que permite personalizar armadura y armas. Podemos tener una determinada pieza del equipo con sus características y defensa pero el juego nos permite, mediante oro del juego, cambiarle el aspecto por otro que nos guste más.

    Por qué un 8? Bueno, en realidad le pondría un 8,5. Lo cierto es que tal vez se hace un poco repetitivo hasta llegar a los bosses ya que los enemigos, aunque variados (bestias o humanos), siempre son los mismos y ya te conoces sus mecánicas (lo que no evita que si te despistas te maten o te dejen tiritando- y ojo, si te matan, para recuperar la amrita deberás ir exactamente donde acabaron contigo). Las secundarias realmente no aportan nada más allá de ser un recurso para conseguir más amrita para subir el nivel del personaje, por lo demás, reciclan el escenario de las misiones principales.
    El juego va elevando sin mucho sentido el nivel requerido para las misiones aunque realmente no influye ya que la última del juego tenía unos 30 niveles menos. Creo que lo que determina el nivel no es tanto el boss final sino el daño que los enemigos con los que nos crucemos nos ocasionen así como posibles trampas a lo largo de ese escenario o que te tengas que enfrentar a varios a la vez.

    En definitiva, exclusivo que todo aquel que tenga una ps4 debería jugar. Supone un reto, tómatelo con calma, no vayas a lo loco especialmente con los jefes finales. Y sobretodo: cuando hayas cogido la mecánica de sus combos asegúrate de contar con todos los elixires de vida que puedas, de piedras espirituales para activar el arma viva (aunque matando a los otros enemigos también se va cargando) y las armas con mejores multiplicadores de ataque con algún elemento como fuego, rayo, agua.. Y darles donde más les duela :D
    Que lo distruten y sufran.    … Expand
  29. crawft
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    If you call yourself a gamer, buy this game. This is the best adventure game for PS4 so far (I admit that I did not play The Witcher 3). From Castlevania, to Demons' Souls, now to Ni-Oh, a game that borrows from Dark Souls, but surpasses it with original content/freshness. As others have said here, this game is worth it's cost --and more considering games often do not have this muchIf you call yourself a gamer, buy this game. This is the best adventure game for PS4 so far (I admit that I did not play The Witcher 3). From Castlevania, to Demons' Souls, now to Ni-Oh, a game that borrows from Dark Souls, but surpasses it with original content/freshness. As others have said here, this game is worth it's cost --and more considering games often do not have this much quality content nowadays. Truly a gem for the traditional console player who prefers blades/melee over insipid FPS titles. Do not miss this.… Expand
  30. ItsAllOgre5
    Mar 11, 2017
    8
    A very good game that kind of loses steam due to dragging on too long. I like the combat system even though there is very little variety of enemies, who all have predictable AI, especially the big red demons that slash their swords wildly. There isn't much music, but what's there is good. I like the level design, even though it can be a bit confusing at times. Some of the side missions areA very good game that kind of loses steam due to dragging on too long. I like the combat system even though there is very little variety of enemies, who all have predictable AI, especially the big red demons that slash their swords wildly. There isn't much music, but what's there is good. I like the level design, even though it can be a bit confusing at times. Some of the side missions are annoying, especially the two last ones. Even with these issues, I would still recommend this game to anyone who likes killing monsters and exploring its very interesting setting of Civil War Japan. It's like Souls, but with better combat.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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

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88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 100 Critic Reviews

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