Nioh 3 Demo

Conquer the Crucible, Become Shogun

In the demo version of Nioh 3, the third entry in the dark samurai action RPG series, you can enjoy the beginning of the protagonist's journey. Save data from the demo can be carried over to the final release version of the game.

Notes:
- Nioh 3 Demo is only available for online use and cannot be played offline.
- Distribution of the demo may end without prior notice. Please see the official homepage for details.
- Players who are able to complete the demo by February 15, 2026, will be gifted the item Twin-Snake Helmet for use in the final release version of the game. This completion bonus is the same as the completion bonus for the Alpha Demo. Those who are already eligible to receive the completion bonus for the Alpha Demo will not receive a completion bonus for this demo.
- Demo save data will be automatically carried over upon launching the full game. (The demo save data must be saved on the same device used to play the full game.)
- If the full game is started even once and save data is created, you will no longer be able to play the demo.
- The demo completion bonus Twin-Snake Helmet, which can be obtained upon completing the demo by February 15, 2026, can also be obtained as a guaranteed item drop upon defeating Jakotsu-baba in the full game by February 15, 2026. Starting February 16, 2026, the item will become a rare drop from Jakotsu-baba.
- In order to carry over save data from this demo to the final release version of the game, you must play the final release version on the same console where the demo data is saved, and you must also use the same PlayStation™Network account when playing the demo and final release versions.


Key Elements of the Game:
• An open field that challenges you to the fullest
This game features an open field filled with the sense of tension characteristic of the Nioh series while also allowing you to explore to your heart's content. In this dark samurai world, you will encounter formidable yokai, explore menacing villages where darkness lurks, and struggle against the ominous presence of "the Crucible."

• Samurai and Ninja combat styles
You can enjoy an instantaneous and seamless switch between two combat styles during battle, facing your enemies head-on with Samurai Style and using quick movements and Ninjutsu techniques with Ninja Style.

• PS Plus required for online play
• Supports up to 3 online players with PS Plus
• Online play optional
• 1 player
• Remote Play supported
• PS5 game streaming supported only with Premium subscription
• PS5 Version
  Vibration function and trigger effect supported (DualSense wireless controller)
• PS5 Pro Enhanced

Accessibility Features

• Audio

  • Volume Controls

    You can turn down and mute individual audio volumes.

  • 3D Audio

    You can set the audio output so that sounds can be heard from all around you.

• Subtitles and Captions

  • Subtitles (Basic)

    The game includes subtitles for the main story and main characters only.

• Controls

  • Controller Remapping (Basic)

    You can change the controls to an alternate pre-set layout, or some remapping support is provided.

  • Adjustable Stick Sensitivity (Basic)

    Some stick sensitivity options are provided.

  • Adjustable Stick Inversion (Basic)

    Some options to invert sticks are provided.

  • Playable without Motion Controls

    You can play the game without needing to use motion controls.

  • Playable without Touch Controls

    You can play the game without needing to use touch-based controls.

  • Playable without Controller Vibration

    You can play the game without turning on controller vibration / haptic feedback.

  • Playable without Adaptive Trigger Effect

    You can play the game without the adaptive resistance in the triggers turned on.

• Gameplay

  • Control Reminders

    You can review the game controls at any time.

  • Tutorial Reminders

    You can review gameplay tutorial information at any time.

  • Game Pausing

    You can pause the game at any time during gameplay or cinematics (offline play only).

• Online Communication

  • Ping Communication

    You can mark points of interest or specific information for other players on their HUDs or maps without needing to use voice or text entry communications.

• Platform: PS5
• Release: 1/29/2026
• Publisher: Koei Tecmo Europe Ltd
• Genres: Role Playing Games, Action
• Voice: English, Japanese
• Screen Languages: Arabic, English, French (France), German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Spanish