Nioh 3 vs Nioh: Complete Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Nioh: Complete Edition wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Nioh: Complete Edition is $26.20 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Nioh 3 | Nioh: Complete Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 68 | 70 |
| Quality | 80 | 80 |
| Value | 71 | 76 |
| Popularity | 33 | 36 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $32.19 | $5.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 78% positive | 78.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 937 | 359 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Nioh 3 | Nioh: Complete Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 5, 2026 | November 7, 2017 |
| Developers | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Publishers | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 11 | Windows® 10 64bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-10600K, AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6 cores / 12 threads or higher | Intel® Core™ i7 4770K or over |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti VRAM 8GB, AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT VRAM 12GB | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 VRAM 6GB or over AMD Radeon™ R9 380X VRAM 4GB or over |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Nioh 3 or Nioh: Complete Edition?
Nioh: Complete Edition won the comparison against Nioh 3 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Nioh 3 worth buying over Nioh: Complete Edition?
Based on the metrics, Nioh: Complete Edition won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Nioh: Complete Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:18 PM UTC