A surprising leak has just dropped for Team Ninja’s highly anticipated action RPG, Nioh 3—and it’s big news for Xbox and Nintendo fans, while PlayStation owners might be caught off guard. A fine print detail in the latest trailer hints that PlayStation 5’s exclusive hold on this blockbuster might be much shorter than expected.

Here’s everything you need to know about Nioh 3, launching on February 6, 2026, and its platform roadmap:

Nioh 3: Only 6 Months as a PlayStation Exclusive?

While previous entries in the series stayed loyal to the PlayStation ecosystem for years, it seems Team Ninja is changing strategy with Nioh 3. The official trailers reveal a crucial detail that didn’t escape eagle-eyed fans: “Not available on other consoles for 6 months”. This is the clearest sign yet that the game is heading to multiple platforms soon.

Which Platforms, and When?

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

• Xbox Series X|S: Once the 6-month window is up—on August 6, 2026—Nioh 3 is expected to land on Xbox for the first time ever.

• Nintendo Switch 2: With its powerful hardware, Switch 2 is likely to handle a graphically intense game like Nioh 3. Expect it to join the expansion wave in August 2026.

What Awaits You in Nioh 3?

• Samurai & Ninja Styles: Instantly switch between the heavy-armored "Samurai" and the agile "Ninja" combat styles during battle.

• Open Field Experience: Instead of the linear progression of previous titles, Nioh 3 introduces wider, explorable open field zones.

• Tokugawa Takechiyo’s Story: Play as a young warrior on the path to becoming the future Shogun, surviving in a dark, mythological version of the Sengoku era.