As Nioh 3’s launch approaches, anticipation builds with critics praising the game’s open-world mechanics and extensive combat capabilities. In an interview, director Masaki Fujita revealed that insights from other games influenced the design of Nioh 3, notably Neowiz’s Lies of P, which significantly shaped the boss and combat mechanics of this exciting new entry.

He remarked, “Player reactions to our previous games guided us in refining the complexity and relational depth of character interactions, paving the way for a richer experience in Nioh 3.”

Expect an elaborate exploration of combat dynamics and visually stunning yokai designs in Nioh 3, with remarkable opportunities for players to engage in its expansive world.

Nioh 3 (Image credit: Koei Tecmo Games)

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