Koei Tecmo and developer Team Ninja have announced that Nioh 3 will launch on PlayStation 5 and PC on February 6, 2026.
Along with the release date, we also got a new trailer and pre-order details for the game. Check all of that out below.
In Nioh 3, players take on the role ofTokugawa Takechiyo, poised to become the next Shogun during Japans turbulent Sengoku period. In the shadows, Takechiyos younger brother, Tokugawa Kunimatsu, consumed by hatred towards his brothers succession, plots to overthrow him. Empowered by a sinister force, he leads a horde of yokai in a fierce assault on Takechiyo, abruptly ending the era of peace and plunging Japan into hell. Guided by the mysterious power of his guardian spirit Kusanagi, Takechiyo transcends time to survive a kingdom in dire straits and become shogun.
The story of Nioh 3 will unfold on a larger scale than ever before in series history. Covering various eras and regions, including Edo Castle and the Tōtōmi region during the Sengoku period, which players were able to explore in the Alpha demo, as well as the recently unveiled Kyoto, the capital of the Heian period. Players will be able to freely explore each era in open-field experience, featuring beautiful and distinct environments. During his perilous quest to foil his brothers conspiracy, Takechiyo will face various yokai and other powerful enemies, while taking on the challenge of the Crucible.
During their journey, players will encounter various characters from different eras including Takeda Shingen, Minamoto no Yoshitsune, and Minamoto no Yoritomo. Other well-known figures familiar to fans will cross paths with Tokugawa Takechiyo, including Hattori Hanzo, Honda Tadakatsu, and Saito Fuku. Actors Tao Tsuchiya and Kanata Hongo will also be lending their talents in Nioh 3 as Himiko, the mysterious queen of Yamatai-koku, and Kunimatsu Tokugawa respectively. Two behind the scenes videos have been released to commemorate this announcement.
In addition to the standard edition, players can digitally pre-order the Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes the base game, digital pre-order bonus (Hellfire Warrior Armor set, Hellfire Ninja Attire set, Scampuss Furball Netsuke Charm accessory), Digital Deluxe Edition bonus (Infernal Weapons Set 14 types, Kodama Netsuke Charm accessory), two add-on DLCs, and a Season Pass bonus (Chijiko Netsuke Charm accessory). The Season Pass is also available to purchase separately and includes two add-on DLCs, as well as the Season Pass bonus (Chijiko Netsuke Charm accessory).
Furthermore, a SteelBook® edition is available to pre-order, and comes with the base game and two exclusive bonus DLCs. All versions of the game come with an early purchase bonus** which can be redeemed from the PlayStation Store and Steam®, available for a limited time after the game releases.
