One of the most demanding platinums in the entire catalog — a marathon of skill and time through five difficulty tiers. The full trophy list runs to 56 trophies — 48 bronze, 5 silver, 2 gold and the Nioh 2 Platinum — and this guide walks you through exactly how to earn every one.
Below you'll find a difficulty and time breakdown, a visual trophy chart, the smartest way to approach the run, a full step-by-step roadmap, the trickiest trophies, common mistakes to avoid, faster-platinum tips and an FAQ.
Nioh 2 Platinum — At a Glance
| Difficulty | 8 / 10 — brutal |
| Time to platinum | 150–200+ hours |
| Trophies | 56 total (48 bronze, 5 silver, 2 gold, 1 platinum) |
| Playthroughs | Multiple (5 difficulty tiers) |
| Online required | Optional |
| Platforms | PS4/PS5 |
Trophy Breakdown
Here's how the 56 trophies in Nioh 2 split across the four tiers:
It's a completion-and-skill monster: every main and sub mission across all tiers, full skill mastery, the character trophies and the Underworld grind. Very little of it is quick.
How Hard Is the Nioh 2 Platinum?
Nioh 2 asks for it all. You climb every difficulty tier up to Dream of the Nioh, complete every main and sub mission, master every skill tree, and grind the Underworld's deep floors. The endgame missions are punishing, and the sheer volume of content makes this a genuine test of endurance as much as ability.
Nioh 2 is a double wall of time and skill. You don't just beat the game once — you climb five full difficulty tiers up to Dream of the Nioh, each remixing missions with tougher enemies and better loot. The final tier's missions demand a mastered build and hundreds of hours of investment, which makes this one of the most punishing platinums in the entire catalog.
How It Compares to Similar Platinums
On our difficulty scale the Nioh 2 platinum sits at 8/10 (brutal) and takes roughly 150–200+ hours, so it helps to see where it lands next to similar games. That makes it one of the more demanding platinums in this cluster — a clear step up from Bloodborne — so go in with patience and a plan.
| Game | Difficulty | Time | Trophies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nioh 2 (this guide) | 8/10 (brutal) | 150–200+ hrs | 56 |
| Bloodborne | 7/10 (tough) | 60–80 hrs | 34 |
| Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice | 8/10 (brutal) | 60–90 hrs | 34 |
| Baldur's Gate 3 | 6/10 (challenging) | 100+ (multiple runs) hrs | 55 |
The Smartest Way to Approach It
Commit to a single strong weapon and build early, and lean into the loot and Amrita systems so your gear scales with each difficulty tier. Use co-op Expeditions to clear the missions that spike hardest, reforge and soul-match your best equipment as you climb, and treat the platinum as a long-term project rather than a sprint.
Loot management is the real skill in the back half. As you enter each new difficulty, farm a few missions for higher-tier gear before pushing the story, then soul-match and reforge your best pieces to keep them relevant. The Underworld (Depths) is both your endgame grind and your best gear source, so alternate between story missions and Depths runs so your build never falls behind the difficulty curve.
Nioh 2 Trophy Roadmap
Beat the main game on the first difficulty, Dream of the Samurai, while settling on a main weapon and learning its skill tree.
Progress through Dream of the Strong, then Demon, Wise and finally Nioh. Each tier unlocks new missions and tougher enemies, and your gear must scale to match — farm a little at the start of each tier.
Complete every main and sub mission across all five tiers. This is the bulk of the platinum and the single biggest time sink, so chip away at it steadily.
Max out your skill trees and earn the character, Yokai Shift and combat-related trophies. A focused build makes the highest tiers survivable.
Grind the Underworld's deep floors for the final cleanup trophies and best gear, then finish the last Dream of the Nioh missions for the platinum.
Trickiest Trophies in Nioh 2
Dream of the Nioh — the top difficulty tier — brutal missions that demand mastered builds.
100% sub missions — an enormous checklist across every difficulty.
The Underworld — deep floors that gate the last stretch of the platinum.
Full skill mastery — unlocking every node across weapon, magic and ninjutsu trees is a long grind.
Endgame bosses — the hardest missions remix multiple tough bosses at once on the highest tier.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Pushing into a new difficulty tier without upgrading your gear first — the enemies scale hard.
Spreading yourself across multiple weapons instead of mastering one build.
Ignoring soul-matching and reforging, so your equipment falls behind the difficulty curve.
Treating it as a sprint; burnout is the biggest threat to a 150–200 hour platinum.
Tips to Platinum Nioh 2 Faster
Build a strong Amrita and skill setup early so the higher tiers stay survivable.
Use co-op (Expeditions) to clear the hardest missions faster.
Pace yourself — this is a long grind best done in chunks.
Farm the Depths/Underworld for gear upgrades to smooth out the highest tiers.
Reforge and soul-match your best gear so it keeps pace as difficulties climb.
Nioh 2 Platinum FAQ
How long does it take to platinum Nioh 2?
Most players need around 150–200+ hours to platinum Nioh 2 on PS4/PS5. Plan for multiple (5 difficulty tiers) — and following a trophy roadmap keeps you on the efficient path.
Is the Nioh 2 platinum hard?
It rates about 8/10 (brutal). The main hurdle is dream of the Nioh — the top difficulty tier — brutal missions that demand mastered builds.
Do you need to play online for the Nioh 2 platinum?
None of the trophies require online play, though co-op can make some of the toughest fights easier.
Can you get the Nioh 2 platinum on PS4 and PS5?
Yes. Nioh 2 shares one trophy list across PS4 and PS5, and progress carries over between them via cross-save where supported.
How many trophies does Nioh 2 have?
56 in total — 48 bronze, 5 silver, 2 gold and the Nioh 2 Platinum.
What's the fastest way to get the Nioh 2 platinum?
Follow a step-by-step roadmap and tackle objectives in the right order so you never backtrack. The biggest time-savers are preparing your build and gear before the hardest fights, and clearing missable or collectible trophies as you go rather than saving them all for the end.
Is it worth buying a Nioh 2 trophy service?
This is a badge-of-honour platinum for dedicated action-RPG players — few casual players ever finish it. If you'd rather skip the grind, our Nioh 2 Platinum Trophy Service unlocks all 56 trophies safely on your account from just $15.
How long does it take to platinum Nioh 2?
Typically 150–200+ hours. You have to clear every mission across five difficulty tiers, master the skill trees and grind the Underworld, making it one of the longest platinums around.
Is the Nioh 2 platinum harder than Sekiro's?
It's harder in a different way. Sekiro is pure skill over a shorter run; Nioh 2 is skill plus an enormous time investment, so many players consider it the more demanding platinum overall.
Can you use co-op to make Nioh 2 easier?
Yes. Online Expeditions let you tackle the hardest missions with a partner, which is one of the best ways to get through the punishing endgame tiers.
Prefer to Skip the Grind?
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Related PlayStation Platinum Guides
Bloodborne Platinum Trophy Guide (PS4/PS5) — tough (7/10)
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Platinum Trophy Guide (PS4/PS5) — brutal (8/10)
Baldur's Gate 3 Platinum Trophy Guide (PS5) — challenging (6/10)
Final Thoughts
A true endurance platinum — only for players who love the grind and the difficulty. This is a badge-of-honour platinum for dedicated action-RPG players — few casual players ever finish it.