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Nioh 3 Build Tier List

Our ranking of the best Nioh 3 builds across all playstyles. Updated regularly based on community feedback and meta shifts.

Overview

This tier list ranks Nioh 3 builds based on overall effectiveness, accessibility, and versatility. We consider damage output, survivability, ease of use, and performance across different content types.

Tier list reflects the current game version (v1.0). Rankings may change with future patches and DLC.

SS Tier Builds

The absolute best builds in the game. Highly effective in all content with minimal weaknesses.

BuildWeaponDifficultyPlaystyle
Lightning Sword BuildSwordEasySamuraiView →
Ninjutsu KusarigamaKusarigamaHardNinjaView →
Onmyo SwitchglaiveSwitchglaiveMediumOnmyoView →

AA Tier Builds

Excellent builds that perform very well. Slightly more situational or require more skill than S-tier.

BuildWeaponDifficultyPlaystyle
Purity OdachiOdachiMediumSamuraiView →
Water Spear BuildSpearEasySamuraiView →

BB Tier Builds

Good builds that are viable for all content. May require more effort to match higher tier performance.

BuildWeaponDifficultyPlaystyle
Fists BerserkerFistsHardHybridView →

CC Tier Builds

No builds currently ranked at this tier. Check back after more testing.

Ranking Methodology

Our tier rankings consider the following factors:

  • Damage Output: Raw DPS potential in both sustained and burst scenarios
  • Survivability: How well the build handles incoming damage
  • Accessibility: Skill floor and gear requirements
  • Versatility: Performance across missions, bosses, and multiplayer
  • Scalability: How well the build performs in NG+ and higher difficulties
Total Builds: 6Last Updated: Feb 2026Game Version: v1.0