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REVIEW

NIOH 3 DEMO

Nioh 3 is the third main entry in the Nioh series. With new additions to the core gameplay and an open-world style design structure, the game is much more expansive compared to previous entries.

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GAMEPLAY

Nioh 3 brings substantial improvements to the series. The ability to jump and the new Ninja style add depth to the gameplay. A more expansive open-world-like exploration further enhances the core gameplay. With the press of a button, you can switch between the samurai and ninja style combat. I found ninja style more enjoyable, and it is more helpful when the enemy/boss changes the realm. A swift ninja is more suitable during that phase of the combat. There are now enemy zones to clear. While the inventory management remains the same as seen in previous entries, there are some minor changes to it.

GRAPHICS & AUDIO

Graphics have been improved compared to the previous entry, and the screen now offers a wider scope of view. Audio is as good as the previous entries. The animation style retains the same artistic style as seen in the previous entry.

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OVERALL

The game is worth playing for the JRPG fans who prefer turn-based combat and have nostalgia for 16-bit era graphics. But the combat needs a lot of polish, and graphics require revisions, though overall, there is not much to complain about this game.

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