Action

Nioh 2

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · Metacritic

3.9

Users · RAWG

2020

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateMarch 13, 2020

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Action

Playable on

PCPlayStation

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PCPlayStation 5PlayStation 4

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About this game

Master the lethal arts of the samurai as a mysterious half-human, half-supernatural Yokai warrior, in this challenging action RPG sequel. Explore violent Sengoku-era Japan and the deadly Dark Realm, both plagued with grotesque, merciless demons. Unsheathe your deadly weapons and cut down all enemies in your path using a revamped combat system and the ability to transform into a full Yokai to unleash devastating paranormal powers.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Combat combines stance switching, Ki Pulses, weapon skills, and timing.
Extensive weapon, skill, stat, and equipment options support varied builds.
Yokai Shift, Burst Counters, and abilities add tactical combat options.
Multiple difficulty cycles, missions, equipment progression, and DLC extend endgame content.
Character creator offers extensive customization beyond the series' fixed protagonist.

Cons

Numerous combat systems, stats, skills, and loot create a steep learning curve.
Environments, objectives, and mission structures recur across side missions and later progression.
Frequent equipment drops require extensive item management and inventory sorting.
Difficulty spikes and uneven balance affect some encounters and progression points.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

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Gameplay & themes

Action

Nioh 2

Single PlayerCo-op

Critic · Metacritic

3.9

Users · RAWG

2020

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateMarch 13, 2020

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Action

Playable on

PCPlayStation

Show all 3 versions ▾

PCPlayStation 5PlayStation 4

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Combat combines stance switching, Ki Pulses, weapon skills, and timing.
Extensive weapon, skill, stat, and equipment options support varied builds.
Yokai Shift, Burst Counters, and abilities add tactical combat options.
Multiple difficulty cycles, missions, equipment progression, and DLC extend endgame content.
Character creator offers extensive customization beyond the series' fixed protagonist.

Cons

Numerous combat systems, stats, skills, and loot create a steep learning curve.
Environments, objectives, and mission structures recur across side missions and later progression.
Frequent equipment drops require extensive item management and inventory sorting.
Difficulty spikes and uneven balance affect some encounters and progression points.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.