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action role-playing game
Nioh 2
By Team Ninja, released 1 Jan 2020
- Microsoft Windows
- dark fantasy video game
What it is
Nioh 2 is an action RPG developed by Team Ninja and released for Windows in 2021. Set in Japan during the Sengoku period, it lets players create an original protagonist and battle hordes of yokai across devastated locales. The Yokai Shift ability gives the protagonist powerful forms to use in fights, while enemies can create Dark Realms that add challenges to battles. The game also features an original story involving military commanders from the period. Steam lists single-player, multiplayer, co-op and online co-op, along with achievements and trading cards. Its listed controller support includes DualShock and DualSense. The Complete Edition includes the base game and three DLC expansions: The Tengu’s Disciple, Darkness in the Capital and The First Samurai. Nioh 2 is published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. and Steam lists it in the Action and RPG genres.
What players like, and what they don't
- Create an original protagonist
- Yokai Shift adds powerful combat forms
- Steam lists online co-op
- Complete Edition includes three DLC expansions
- Steam lists Windows as its platform
- Steam age rating is 17
Who it suits
It suits players looking for a Sengoku-period action RPG focused on fighting yokai, with options for solo play or co-op. Players interested in the Complete Edition should note that it includes three DLC expansions.
Nioh 2 pairs yokai battles and Dark Realm challenges with a protagonist players create themselves. Steam lists several multiplayer options as well as single-player, and the Complete Edition includes three expansions.
