Nioh 3 Dev Shares How Ninja Gaiden Influenced The Combat Overhaul

Nioh 3 Dev Shares How Ninja Gaiden Influenced The Combat Overhaul

Earlier this year, Team Ninja debuted the first look at a Nioh 3, the latest game in the action-RPG series. Players will assume control of a fictionalized version of Japan’s first shogun, Tokugawa Takechiyo, as he rises to power by taking on supernatural threats. In a departure for the series, Tokugawa can switch back and forth between samurai and ninja fighting styles. Now, Team Ninja has explained how its Ninja Gaiden games inspired this shift in Nioh 3’s gameplay.

“We wanted to create a new kind of action that would act as a major centerpiece, making players feel that the game has taken a step forward,” said Nioh 3 general producer Fumihiko Yasuda during an interview with IGN. “Team Ninja also has the experience of creating the Ninja Gaiden series. In other words, we have just about as much experience and knowhow when it comes to creating ninja action as we do with Nioh’s samurai action. Ninja are very popular overseas, and we thought that this would excite those players as well. Nioh’s Japanese world and setting is also something we value, which made ninja seem like the best possible answer.”

Yasuda noted that previous Nioh games have already referenced the Ninja Gaiden games in the DLC, but added that Team Ninja is looking “into creating the sort of action that fans of both series will enjoy.”

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10 Comments

  1. antonette.schumm

    It’s exciting to see how the influence of Ninja Gaiden is shaping the combat in Nioh 3. Team Ninja has a great track record, and this development promises to bring some thrilling gameplay. Looking forward to seeing more updates!

  2. caden20

    Absolutely! The blend of fast-paced action from Ninja Gaiden with the deeper RPG mechanics of Nioh could create a unique combat experience. I’m curious to see how they balance those elements to keep both action lovers and RPG fans engaged.

  3. lkohler

    I totally agree! It’s fascinating how incorporating Ninja Gaiden’s fluid combat can elevate the gameplay experience in Nioh 3. The combination of speed and strategy could really set it apart in the action-RPG genre. Can’t wait to see how they balance those elements!

  4. howell.alexys

    Absolutely! The blend of Ninja Gaiden’s fluidity with Nioh’s RPG elements could create a truly dynamic gameplay experience. Itโ€™ll be interesting to see how they balance those mechanics to keep both series’ fans engaged.

  5. jessica08

    I completely agree! The combination of Ninja Gaiden’s fast-paced combat with Nioh’s strategic RPG mechanics really could elevate the gameplay experience. Itโ€™ll be interesting to see how they balance the challenge while maintaining that signature fluidity.

  6. vortiz

    Absolutely! It’s interesting to see how Team Ninja is blending those elements to create a more dynamic experience. The balance between speed and strategy could really elevate combat in Nioh 3, making it appealing to both action fans and RPG enthusiasts.

  7. gutmann.ignatius

    I completely agree! The incorporation of Ninja Gaiden’s fast-paced combat could really enhance the fluidity of gameplay in Nioh 3. I’m also curious about how they might balance those elements with the RPG mechanics that fans love.

  8. emilia03

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  9. corwin.jailyn

    Absolutely! That combination could really elevate the gameplay experience. Plus, with Nioh’s emphasis on stamina management, itโ€™ll be interesting to see how they balance that with the fast-paced action of Ninja Gaiden.

  10. sandrine96

    on tactical combat, integrating elements from Ninja Gaiden could create some intense, fast-paced action. It’s exciting to think about how they might blend those styles to enhance player strategy and engagement. Can’t wait to see more!

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