Team Ninja, renowned for its work on titles like Ninja Gaiden and Rise of the Ronin, is set to continue its active development schedule into 2026 with the release of Nioh 3. The highly anticipated game will launch on PlayStation 5 on February 6, 2026. Pre-orders are currently open, offering players a chance to secure the limited Nioh 3 Steelbook Launch Edition for $70, which also includes exclusive bonus DLC.
Nioh 3 Preorder Bonuses
Preorder incentives for Nioh 3 vary depending on whether you choose a physical or digital copy. Opting for the physical Nioh 3 Steelbook Launch Edition provides an exclusive Steelbook case adorned with unique key art and a slipcase cover. Additionally, buyers receive the Lucky Tanuki Netsuke and Kusanagi Netsuke Charm accessories. This special edition is produced in limited quantities, making pre-ordering advisable for those who wish to secure it, although a standard physical edition without these exclusive items is also available.
An additional early purchase bonus, valid for any physical or digital version bought by February 19, 2026, grants players the Hellfrost Warrior and Hellfrost Ninja armor and attire sets.
Digital pre-orders include the aforementioned early purchase bonus, alongside three extra in-game items: the Hellfire Warrior Attire set, Hellfire Ninja Attire Set, and the Scampuss Furball Netsuke charm.
Nioh 3 Steelbook Launch Edition ($70)
The Nioh 3 Steelbook Launch Edition, priced at $70, elevates the standard experience by including a distinctive Steelbook case and additional in-game content. Beyond the core game, purchasers receive the Lucky Tanuki Netsuke and Kusanagi Netsuke charms. Furthermore, buying this edition by February 19, 2026, also qualifies for the Hellfrost Warrior and Hellfrost Ninja attire sets as an early purchase incentive. This special edition, despite costing the same as the standard version, is available for a limited period and might quickly become unavailable.
Included in the Nioh 3 Steelbook Launch Edition:
- Nioh 3 base game
- Exclusive Steelbook case featuring Nioh 3 key art
- Lucky Tanuki Netsuke charm
- Kusanagi Netsuke charm
- Early Purchase Bonus: Hellfrost Warrior Attire, Hellfrost Ninja Attire (for purchases made by February 19, 2026)
Nioh 3 Standard Edition ($70)
The standard edition of Nioh 3 is also available for $70, offering the base game in a conventional PS5 case without additional physical extras. However, purchases of the standard edition made before February 19, 2026, still grant the Hellfrost Warrior and Hellfrost Ninja Attire sets as an early purchase bonus. Digital pre-orders of the standard edition further include the Hellfire Warrior Attire, Hellfire Ninja Attire, and the Scampuss Furball Netsuke Charm accessory.
Nioh 3 Digital Deluxe Edition
$110 | Releases February 6, 2026
For players opting for digital versions or those on PC, the Nioh 3 Digital Deluxe Edition is available for $110. This comprehensive edition bundles the base game with the Nioh 3 Season Pass, which promises two post-launch DLC expansions. It also comes with a variety of in-game accessories and weapons. Digital Deluxe Edition content includes:
- Nioh 3 base game
- Nioh 3 Season Pass (includes two post-launch DLCs)
- Chijiko Netsuke Charm accessory
- Kodama Netsuke Charm accessory
- Infernal Weapons Set (14 types)
- Early Purchase Bonus: Hellfrost Warrior Attire, Hellfrost Ninja Attire (for purchases made by February 19, 2026)
- Digital Preorder Bonus: Hellfire Warrior Attire, Hellfire Ninja Attire, Scampuss Furball Netsuke charm (for pre-orders made before February 6, 2026)
Nioh 3 continues the series` tradition as a high-octane, third-person action RPG, distinguishing itself with a faster combat pace than many `Souls-like` titles. Players assume the role of Tokugawa, a fully customizable character, engaging in fierce battles against the Yokai spirits terrorizing the land. A significant new feature in Nioh 3 is the ability to choose between two distinct combat philosophies: Samurai or Ninja. The Samurai style emphasizes powerful attacks and strategic stamina management through `Ki Pulse` maneuvers, allowing for recovery after combos and building an Arts Proficiency gauge for devastating finishing moves. This style also introduces an updated parry system, adding depth to defensive play.
Conversely, the Ninja path focuses on agility, evasive tactics, and rapid strikes. Instead of traditional weapon stances, Ninja combat integrates specialized tools and unique abilities. For example, the `Mist` ability can conjure a clone to divert enemy attention, while quick dashes enable players to reposition for critical backstabs. Both combat styles feature unique equipment, and players can seamlessly switch between them during encounters to adapt to various combat situations. Familiar elements such as guardian spirit transformations, Soul Cores, and Yokai abilities are also making a return. The game`s narrative unfolds in a “dark samurai world” overrun by malevolent spirits, as players embark on a quest to unveil ancient mysteries and confront a cataclysmic event known as the Crucible.