Nioh

07.02.2017
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In Nioh, players will traverse war-torn Japan as William, a blonde-haired swordsman whose background as a fierce warrior and seasoned knowledge of the blade allows him to survive in the demon-plagued land of the samurai. Known as Yokai, these demons inhabit a number of dangerous locations and lie in wait in the shadows to ambush unsuspecting victims. Players will also face off with other samurai in supernatural sword battles and intense, multi-target engagements offering a level of difficulty that will truly test even the most hardened samurai’s skills, patience, and strategy. Offering a deep and original storyline that takes place during the Warring States Period of Japanese history alongside strategic sword-fighting action, Nioh will challenge players in a way that makes every mission and accomplishment feel earned and worthwhile.
Set in the year 1600, during a fictionalized version of Japan's late Sengoku period, Nioh follows William, an Irish swordsman who travels to Japan in pursuit of an enemy. Amid a land torn by war, supernatural creatures known as yokai have begun to appear and spread chaos. William crosses paths with the warlord Tokugawa Ieyasu and his ninja ally Hattori Hanzo, forming an alliance against both the yokai and the Western sorcerer Edward Kelley, whose dark alchemy is driving much of the conflict. As he is trained in the ways of the samurai, William is drawn into the wider struggle to unify Japan while hunting the man who wronged him.

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25.07.2017

Nioh: Defiant Honor is the second DLC expansion for the action role-playing game Nioh, developed by Team Ninja and published by Koei Tecmo. Released in July 2017, this expansion continues the story of protagonist William as he becomes embroiled in the historic siege of Osaka. Defiant Honor introduces new story missions, sub-missions, and Twilight missions, providing additional content for players to explore. It features new characters, including the legendary samurai Sanada Yukimura, along with new enemies and challenging bosses. The DLC also adds new weapons, armour, and items, enhancing the game's combat mechanics and customisation options

26.09.2017

Nioh: Bloodshed's End is the third and final DLC expansion for the action role-playing game Nioh, developed by Team Ninja and published by Koei Tecmo. Released in September 2017, this DLC concludes the storyline of the game. Key features include: - New story content: Continuing from the events of the previous DLC, Defiant Honor, Bloodshed's End brings the climactic conclusion to the siege of Osaka and the saga of protagonist William. - Additional missions: Introduces new main missions, sub-missions, and Twilight missions, offering challenging content for players. - New enemies and bosses: Adds a variety of new yokai and formidable bosses to battle. - New gear and equipment: Expands the game with new weapons, armor, and items to collect and utilize. - The Abyss Mode: A challenging new mode where players can test their skills in an endless dungeon with increasingly difficult enemies.

02.05.2017

Nioh: Dragon of the North is the first DLC expansion for the action role-playing game Nioh, developed by Team Ninja and published by Koei Tecmo. Released in May 2017, this expansion introduces new story content set in the Oshu region, focusing on the powerful warlord Date Masamune. It adds new main missions, sub-missions, and Twilight missions, expanding the game's narrative and challenges. Players encounter new enemies and formidable bosses, along with various new yokai. The expansion also features additional weapons, armour sets, and guardian spirits, providing more options for character customisation and combat.

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Nioh (last 3 games)

05.02.2021

Nioh 2 Remastered: The Complete Edition is an enhanced version of Nioh 2, developed by Team Ninja and published by Koei Tecmo. Released in February 2021, it includes the base game and all three DLC expansions: The Tengu's Disciple, Darkness in the Capital, and The First Samurai. This edition is optimised for next-gen consoles, offering improved graphics, faster load times, and support for 4K resolution and 120 FPS on compatible hardware.

04.02.2021

Nioh Remastered: Complete Edition is an enhanced version of the action role-playing game Nioh, developed by Team Ninja and published by Koei Tecmo. Released in February 2021, this edition includes the base game along with all three DLC expansions: - Dragon of the North: Adds new story content, regions, enemies, and gear centred around the warrior Date Masamune. - Defiant Honor: Features new missions and a storyline focused on the siege of Osaka, introducing new characters and challenges. - Bloodshed's End: Concludes the story of Nioh, adding further missions, enemies, and equipment. The Remastered Complete Edition is optimised for next-gen consoles, offering improved graphics, faster load times, and support for 4K resolution and up to 120 FPS on compatible hardware.

17.12.2020

Nioh 2: The First Samurai is the third and final DLC expansion for Nioh 2, developed by Team Ninja and released in December 2020. The expansion continues the story of the main game, taking players back in time to uncover the origins of the protagonist, Hide, and the legendary first samurai. It introduces new areas to explore, additional story missions, new enemies, and powerful new gear. The First Samurai also expands the game's combat mechanics with new skills and abilities, providing a challenging experience for players.

Part of franchise:
Nioh (last 3 games)

05.02.2021

Nioh 2 Remastered: The Complete Edition is an enhanced version of Nioh 2, developed by Team Ninja and published by Koei Tecmo. Released in February 2021, it includes the base game and all three DLC expansions: The Tengu's Disciple, Darkness in the Capital, and The First Samurai. This edition is optimised for next-gen consoles, offering improved graphics, faster load times, and support for 4K resolution and 120 FPS on compatible hardware.

05.02.2021

The Nioh Collection is a package released by Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo in February 2021. This collection includes remastered versions of both Nioh games, optimized for next-gen consoles. Specifically, it features: - Nioh Remastered - Complete Edition: The original Nioh game, along with all its DLC expansions (Dragon of the North, Defiant Honor, and Bloodshed's End), enhanced for improved graphics, faster load times, and support for 4K resolution and up to 120 FPS on compatible hardware. - Nioh 2 Remastered - Complete Edition: The second installment, including all its DLC expansions (The Tengu's Disciple, Darkness in the Capital, and The First Samurai), also optimized with enhanced visuals, performance, and technical improvements.

05.02.2021

Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies.

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29.08.2017

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19.02.2020

The Way of the Samurai is forged in battle! Play as a ronin during Japan's Meiji Restoration in the volatile Rokkotsu Pass. The swordsmith Dojima falls into debt and his beautiful daughter is taken as collateral. Help repay the debt by crafting swords by day and exploring the mysterious, twisting dungeons of the Ipponmatsu Cave for valuable materials at night.

08.03.2019

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26.01.2018

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22.03.2024

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13.12.2018

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