Fixed instances where certain Bluetooth-connected controllers would lose connection during transition loading screens. 2. Gameplay and Balancing Adjustments
Copy the contents of the "CODEX" folder inside the update package and paste them directly into the game's root directory, overwriting the existing files. Share public link
Adds the Fists weapon category and a story set during the Heian period.
: Fixed a bug where moving an item designated as a "Favorite" from the storehouse to an item box would cause it to lose its favorite status. Nioh 2 Complete Edition Update v1 28 00-CODEX
The full journey of Hide, a half-human, half-yokai warrior fighting through Sengoku-era Japan.
While Nioh 2’s major content cycle concluded with the "First Samurai" DLC, the v1.28.00 patch is primarily focused on improvements and technical stability . As the "Complete Edition" aims to be the permanent version of the game for PC players, these late-stage patches are crucial for long-term playability. 1. Performance Optimizations
The initial PC port of Nioh 2 was good, but not great. There were infamous issues with mouse-and-keyboard input lag and certain particle effects causing frame drops on mid-range GPUs. Update v1.28.00 introduced backend rendering optimizations that stabilized frame rates during heavy combat scenarios (e.g., fighting multiple yokai with elemental effects active). For CODEX users, who often install these games on varying hardware from high-end rigs to modest gaming laptops, this update was a godsend. It reduced the frequency of shader compilation stutters, a common plague in UE4-based titles. Share public link Adds the Fists weapon category
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Team Ninja frequently tunes combat mechanics, weapon scaling, and enemy behavior. Update v1.28.00 introduced subtle balances to ensure fair yet challenging combat. Weapon and Skill Adjustments
Concludes the overarching narrative with high-difficulty endgame content and new underworld challenges. While Nioh 2’s major content cycle concluded with
Apart from the listed changes, the update also included stability and performance improvements to enhance the overall gameplay experience. It addressed specific 120fps issues, such as preventing the slow-down of actions and ensuring Burst Counters worked correctly against certain enemies.
: Resolved an issue where the lock-on target would inadvertently switch when using camera movement keys and corrected camera behavior when the frame rate was capped at 120 FPS.
The patch added functionality to issue Character Creation codes that are compatible with the Epic Games Store version. If you created a unique character appearance in your version, you can now share those customization codes with friends playing on different launchers. 3. Bug Fixes and Stability Enhancements