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Nioh 3 Patch Notes & Updates Tracker
Latest Nioh 3 patch notes. Track class buffs/nerfs, bug fixes, new DLC content, and official update schedules for PS5 and Steam.
Nioh 3 Patch Notes Tracker
Patch 1.02 (Day One Update)
Release Date: Feb 6, 2026
Balances
Chain Blade (Nerf)
: Reduced the grab range of "Serpent's Bite" by 15%. Increased Ki consumption of aerial attacks.
Fists (Buff)
: Increased the duration of "Unbroken" stacks from 3s to 5s.
Enemies
: Reduced the tracking of
Yoki's
grab attack.
Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where the game would crash if you opened the menu during a Burst Counter.
Fixed a bug where "Corrupted General" would get stuck in a wall during phase 2.
Optimized shader compilation to reduce stuttering on PC.
Future Roadmap (2026)
March
: Free Update - "Duel with the Sword Saint" (New Boss).
May
: DLC 1 - "Turbulence in the North". New Weapon:
Nunchucks
.
August
: DLC 2 - "The Defiled Castle".