Exciting news has surfaced for Xbox and Nintendo fans, while PlayStation owners might be in for a surprise regarding Team Ninja’s highly anticipated next-gen action RPG, Nioh 3. A small note in the latest trailer hints that PlayStation 5’s exclusivity over this epic title may be much shorter than expected.

Here’s everything you need to know about Nioh 3 and its platform future ahead of its release on February 6, 2026:

Nioh 3: Only a 6-Month PlayStation Exclusive?

While previous entries in the series remained loyal to the PlayStation ecosystem for years, it looks like Team Ninja is switching things up with Nioh 3. The fine print at the end of the official trailers, stating "Not available on other consoles for 6 months", is the clearest sign yet that the game is headed for a multiplatform release much sooner than expected.

Which Platforms and When?

• PC (Steam): Great news! For the first time in the series, Nioh 3 will launch on PC via Steam on February 6, 2026, the same day as PS5.

• Xbox Series X|S: Once the 6-month exclusivity window ends, Nioh 3 is expected to land on Xbox starting August 6, 2026. This will mark the series’ debut on Xbox consoles.

• Nintendo Switch 2: With its powerful hardware, the Switch 2 is likely to handle a graphically intense game like Nioh 3. It’s expected to join the lineup in the August 2026 multiplatform wave.

What Awaits You in Nioh 3?

• Samurai & Ninja Styles: Players can now instantly switch between the heavy-armored "Samurai" and fast/agile "Ninja" stances during combat.

• Open Field Experience: Instead of the linear structure of previous games, Nioh 3 offers larger, explorable "Open Field" areas.

• Tokugawa Takechiyo’s Story: Step into the shoes of a young warrior destined to become the future Shogun, fighting for survival in a dark, mythological take on the Sengoku era.