Nioh 3: Hell Rising2026

Nioh 3: Hell Rising

2026 Koei Tecmo75Good

Playtime

ModerateIt typically takes about 12 hours to finish the game.

Playable on

Details

Launch
August 19, 2026
Developer
Team NINJA
Publisher
Koei Tecmo
Themes
Action

Overview

Nioh 3 - Hell Rising DLC Vol. 1 - Launch Trailer | PS5 Games

Our protagonist and appointed shogun, Takechiyo, journeys through time and is led to Edo in the future by an unknown yokai he met in his dreams. There, following the death of the future Takechiyo, the era of peace has ended, and Edo has been retaken by the Crucible. With the cooperation of a one-eyed swordsman, Yagyu Jubei, and a Spanish envoy, Rodrigo, Takechiyo faces yet another plot revolving around Spirit Stones and an enemy with a strong resentment towards the shogunate.

Reception

Nioh 3: Hell Rising is more Nioh 3, and if that is good enough for you, then you'll likely be set for enjoying this 8-10 hour expansion that provides a whole new location to explore, and a very versatile new weapon. While the new Guardian Spirit is not going to likely be part of your arsenal, it is the reuse of so many encounters that disappoints the...

Nioh 3: Hell Rising delivers an engaging return to the game's stellar combat and exploration, framed by an atmospheric and beautifully designed new region. While an uninspired rogues' gallery, a lower-than-expected difficulty, and an underdeveloped narrative climax keep it below the standard set by past expansions, it stands as an enjoyable first entry...

If you're already a fan of Nioh 3 and simply want more content for the game, Hell Rising is worth your time. However, on its own merits, its only interesting additions are the new zone and a weapon archetype.

Nioh 3: Hell Rising expands the adventure with a new map packed with settings and content. The Hoko & Shield and the “Hundred Demon Realms” Painted Scroll add an interesting twist to the combat system. New bosses and customization options further enrich the experience, though there are still some recycled elements and moments of difficulty that feel...

Nioh 3: Hell Rising is a solid, ambitious expansion that integrates seamlessly into the base game, offering a dozen additional hours of brand-new content and a new difficulty level to tackle.