Nioh 3 Release Date Countdown & Exact Start Times

Nioh 3 is coming soon, and fans of challenging action games like Dark Souls are in for another tough but satisfying experience. This guide will quickly tell you when you can start playing.

Nioh 3 is shaping up to be a major Soulslike release in 2026, and for good reason. The developers at Team Ninja are known for creating stunning and immersive worlds filled with powerful, fearsome Yokai creatures. Many believe Nioh 3 could be the best Soulslike game of the year.

When Is Nioh 3 Coming Out?

Nioh 3 is all set for a February 6 release date across multiple platforms around the world.

Although some players have wondered if they could play Nioh 3 early or try a demo, the release date is confirmed. Nioh 3 will be released at the very beginning of February, kicking off the month with exciting action!

  • More IG: Nioh 3 has a timed console exclusivity deal with Playstation

February typically marks the start of a busier period for video game releases. Following the slower months of December and January, publishers begin launching new titles, and Nioh 3 is one of the most significant high-profile games released so far in 2026.

Nioh 3 Release Times

Nioh 3 will be available to play starting at midnight local time everywhere. For players on the West Coast of the US, that means you can begin playing at 6 PM PT on February 5th, with similar times adjusted for your specific location.

Need to know when Nioh 3 is available to play? The table below provides a handy reference for release dates and times in different regions.

Check out when you can start playing Nioh 3.

Region Nioh 3 Dates & Release Time
Pacific Time (PT) 5:00 PM—February 5
Central Time (CT) 7:00 PM—February 5
Eastern Time (ET) 8:00 PM—February 5
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) 1:00 AM—February 6
Australian Eastern Time (AET) 12:00 PM—February 6
New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT) 2:00 PM—February 6

Fans in Australia and New Zealand often have to wait longer for releases, but Nioh 3 is expected to be well worth it! Reviews will be available soon, as the review embargo is lifting shortly.

If you’ve tried the Nioh demo or any of the Nioh games, please share your feedback and thoughts on the series in the TopMob Discord server.

Also, if you didn’t know, any Nioh 3 demo progress you make will carry over to the full game.

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Andrew Highton

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2026-02-02 17:51