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Nioh 3 Hell Rising DLC release and expansion details
Team Ninja and On 18 August 2026, Koei Tecmo announced the upcoming release of Games released ‘Hell Rising’ (also known as ‘Keian Jigokuhen’), the first major story expansion for the action-RPG Nioh 3, titled ‘Hell Rising’ (also referred to as ‘Keian Jigokuhen’). The expansion was scheduled for release 3. Available on 19 August 2026 for PlayStation 5 and PC. Set PC via Steam, the DLC is set in 1651 Edo during the Keian era, era. The narrative follows the DLC introduces a new open-field setting and protagonist, Takechiyo (now Shogun Iemitsu), as he travels through time to a narrative involving version of Edo destabilized by the death of the future shogun. The story involves investigating mysteries surrounding Spirit Stones and features historical figure and fictional figures, including the swordsman Yagyu Jubei and the ‘Espanya’ faction. a Spanish diplomat named Rodrigo. Gameplay additions include new weapon types such as the ‘Hoko-tate’ (spear-shield), new guardian spirits, and increased difficulty modes. The expansion also features ‘Nioh Monogatari Katagaki’, a collection element for deeper world insight. A second DLC, ‘Amakusa Tairan’ (previously referred to as ‘Bloody Insurrection’), is currently in development. Additionally, Koei Tecmo launched a collaboration with apparel manufacturer EDWIN to offer themed ‘samue’ style clothing. On 18 August 2026, Koei Tecmo Games released ‘Hell Rising’. The expansion features new open-field map representing a setting in 1651 Edo where the protagonist, Takechiyo, travels through time to witness wasteland affected by the aftermath of his own reign. ‘Crucible’, where players encounter yokai, human insurgents, and foreign alchemists. New gameplay elements mechanics include the ‘Hoko & Shield’ weapon archetype for both Samurai and Ninja playstyles, a high-difficulty mode titled new progression systems, and offensive tools. For endgame players, the expansion offers the ‘Enlightened One’s Journey’, Journey’ high-difficulty mode and ‘Hundred Demon Realms Picture Scrolls’, which offer provide customizable combat arenas with special modifiers. The expansion also includes Access to this content requires players to have completed at least one full playthrough of the previously mentioned EDWIN base game. Additionally, the expansion coincides with an apparel collaboration and the ongoing development of the with EDWIN, while a second DLC, ‘Amakusa Rebellion’ DLC. (previously ‘Bloody Insurrection’), remains in development.