The WhatsNext verdict
For Players who enjoy demanding action RPGs, deep weapon systems, and mastering tough encounters: Nioh 2 combines fast samurai combat with yokai powers and a dense toolkit of weapons, stances, and abilities. Tradeoff: Its demanding fights and layered systems ask for patience, repeated attempts, and careful build choices.
What it does best
role-playing (rpg)
fantasy
historical
The setup
What you are walking into
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.
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