Nioh 3 Announced at Sony's June 2025 State of Play with 2026 Release

Team Ninja unveiled Nioh 3 during Sony's State of Play event in June 2025.

The first trailer showcased a 2026 launch for the action RPG sequel, introducing open-world exploration and dual Ninja and Samurai combat styles. A demo is available now.

From the PlayStation Blog, here’s the official description:

In Nioh 3, you play as a young warrior destined to rise as the next Shogun, driven to confront yokai. While the reasons behind his quest remain a mystery for now, players can engage in combat with two distinct styles: Samurai and Ninja.

The Samurai style mirrors the intense, close-quarters combat of past Nioh games, with new mechanics like Arts Proficiency to boost martial arts power and Deflect for precise, last-second blocks, delivering thrilling, high-stakes battles.

The Ninja style emphasizes agility, with swift dodges and aerial maneuvers. Techniques like Ninjitsu, including Mist for creating decoys and Evade for narrowly escaping attacks, let players strike from a distance or outmaneuver enemies with rapid, lethal precision.

Switch between Samurai and Ninja styles on the fly to adapt to enemies and environments. Some may blend both for dynamic combat, while others stick to one style to master its depth. Face the fiercest foes in the series yet, tailored to your preferred playstyle.

Beyond new combat styles, Nioh 3 introduces open fields for free exploration, blending the series’ signature tension with fresh encounters. Battle powerful yokai, uncover secrets in eerie villages, and tackle the grueling challenges of The Crucible in a cursed kingdom teeming with danger.

At IGN, we’re huge fans of the Nioh series, giving the original a 9.6/10 for its “unforgettable adventure and expertly balanced combat.” Nioh 2 earned a 9/10 for its “stellar combat and rewarding difficulty.” Since Nioh 2’s 2020 release, Team Ninja has stayed active with titles like Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Rise of the Rōnin, and the forthcoming Ninja Gaiden 4.

Check out all the reveals from Sony’s June 2025 State of Play showcase.

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