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| Nioh is 90% off on Steam until December 18. |
For fans of punishing difficulty, deep historical fiction, and masterful combat, one name has stood tall since 2017: Nioh. And right now, you can experience this brutal, beautiful adventure for less than the price of a coffee. For the first time ever, the complete edition is available at a staggering 90% discount on Steam.
But what exactly makes this game a modern classic worthy of your hard drive—and this unprecedented sale?
A Historical Fantasy Epic
Step into the geta sandals of William Adams, a character inspired by the remarkable true story of the first Western samurai. The game transports you to a dark, demon-infested vision of 17th-century Japan, a land torn apart by the bloody Sengoku period. William's personal quest to hunt down a sinister alchemist quickly spirals into a fight for the soul of a nation, entangling him in the fierce political struggle for power following the death of the great unifier, Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
Yet, political intrigue is only half the battle. A supernatural plague has descended, and terrifying Yokai—demons from Japanese folklore—stalk every corner. The narrative weaves history and myth into a compelling, if sometimes secondary, backdrop to the game's true star: its combat.
The Art of the Fight: More Than Just a Soulslike
While Nioh proudly bears the DNA of the Soulslike genre, it forges a distinct identity with one of the most technical and rewarding combat systems ever designed. Forget simple hack-and-slash; survival here is a deliberate dance.
The core revolves around Ki management—your stamina. Exhaust it, and you’re left helpless. Master it, and you flow like water. This is achieved through the brilliant Ki Pulse mechanic, allowing you to regain stamina with a perfectly timed button press after an attack, turning defense into immediate offense.
Adding incredible strategic depth are the three fighting stances: High for power, Mid for balance, Low for speed and evasion. Switching stances on the fly to exploit enemy weaknesses is the key to victory. Combine this with a vast arsenal—from katanas and spears to dual swords and axes—and supplementary Ninjutsu and Onmyo magic, and the possibilities for personalized, high-skill play are nearly endless.
What Did Critics and Players Say?
Upon release, Nioh was met with widespread acclaim for its deep mechanics and atmospheric world. German outlet GamePro scored it an 86/100, highlighting its "demanding combat system" and "strong replay value," while noting criticisms like a weaker narrative and some repetitive side missions.
Aggregate scores tell a similar story of solid approval. On Metacritic, it holds a Metascore of 84, with a user score of 7.1. The Steam community has embraced it warmly, with "Very Positive" recent reviews based on over 36,000 ratings.
Don't Miss This Historic Deal
Nioh: Complete Edition, developed by Team Ninja at Koei Tecmo, typically retails for around $50. For a limited time, until December 18, you can own the complete package for just $4.99.
Click here to claim your copy of Nioh: Complete Edition on the Steam store.
According to price-tracking authority SteamDB, this is the lowest price the game has ever been. A word of caution for handheld gamers: the title is currently listed as "Unsupported" on the Steam Deck, so performance may vary. If you're looking to upgrade your portable rig for other adventures, you can check out the latest Steam Deck models.
This is more than a sale; it's an invitation to test your mettle in one of the most finely crafted action RPGs of the last decade. For under five dollars, you can embark on William Adams' unforgettable journey. Will you answer the call?