A major surprise has surfaced for Xbox and Nintendo fans from Team Ninja’s highly anticipated next-gen action RPG, Nioh 3, while PlayStation owners might be left a bit stunned. A fine-print note in the latest trailer hints that PlayStation 5’s exclusivity over this massive title may be much shorter than expected.

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

Nioh 3: Only 6 Months as a PlayStation Exclusive?

While previous entries in the series have remained loyal to the PlayStation ecosystem for years, it looks like Team Ninja is switching up its strategy with Nioh 3. The keen-eyed have spotted an official trailer note stating "Will not be available on other consoles for 6 months", which is strong evidence that the game will soon go multiplatform.

Which Platforms and When?

• PC (Steam): Good news! For the first time in the series, Nioh 3 will launch on 6 February 2026 for both PS5 and PC simultaneously.

• Xbox Series X|S: Once the 6-month exclusivity period ends, on 6 August 2026, Nioh 3 is expected to land on Xbox for the very first time.

• Nintendo Switch 2: With its powerful hardware, Switch 2 is likely to handle a graphically intense title like Nioh 3. It’s highly probable that Switch 2 will join the platform expansion wave in August 2026.

What Awaits You in Nioh 3?

• Samurai & Ninja Styles: Instantly switch between the heavily armored "Samurai" and the fast, agile "Ninja" combat styles during battle.

• Open Field Experience: Instead of a linear structure, the game now offers larger, explorable "Open Field" areas.

• The Story of Tokugawa Takechiyo: Step into the shoes of a young warrior on his path to becoming Shogun, surviving in a dark and mythological version of the Sengoku era.