Nioh 2

Team Ninja

Rank: #7 / 14
Released: 2020
Studio: Team Ninja
Genre: action role-playing game, dark fantasy video game

At a glance

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.

Who it is for

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.

What is good

Create an original protagonist
Yokai Shift adds powerful combat forms
Steam lists online co-op
Complete Edition includes three DLC expansions

What to know first

Steam lists Windows as its platform
Steam age rating is 17

Verdict

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.