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Nioh 2: the most challenging common enemies revealed

Nioh 2: Unmasking the Most Annoying Regular Enemies | Gamers Share Frustrations

By

Carlos Mendoza

May 12, 2025, 10:01 AM

Edited By

Omar Ali

Updated

May 14, 2025, 06:37 AM

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Illustration of various common enemies from Nioh 2, including a Karasu Tengu and Rokurokubi, highlighting their distinct looks and fighting styles.
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A growing conversation among gamers highlights the most annoying regular enemies in Nioh 2, with many expressing their surprises and frustrations. Recent user comments reveal new insights into the challenging foes that disrupt gameplay.

Players Grapple with Frustrating Foes

Participants in the discussion continue to share their toughest encounters. One player mentioned the Karasu Tengu, stating, "I try to hit when I can and hope for the best," reflecting on the unpredictability of their moveset. Another expressed ongoing irritation with the Ubume, commenting on their backward jumps: "Ubume constantly jumping backwards is infuriatingly annoying."

Notable Enemies and Their Challenges

Recent comments bring to light additional enemies adding to the frustration:

  • Bakegani: Remains a time-waster that interrupts the flow of combat.

  • Skeletal Spearman: Players highlighted the enemy's health and stealthy attacks, with someone stating, "Youโ€™ll be minding your business until they poke you for most of your health."

  • Itsumade: Identified as a new challenge for those preparing for upcoming DLC content, raising expectations for intense battles.

  • Kasha: Echoing sentiments of past encounters, one player struggled dramatically against this double-wheeled foe, stating, "This thing fโ€™ks me right up every time."

Surprising Simplicity in Certain Enemies

Interestingly, while many enemies pose challenges, some turn out to be easier than expected:

  • Mitsume Yazura: Previously thought daunting, players found them manageable with correct strategies.

  • Onyudo: Despite their frightening appearance, gamers noted they are surprisingly straightforward to defeat, with a player noting, "Theyโ€™re pretty easy pickins relative to how intimidating they look."

Key Takeaways

โญ Many players regard the Karasu Tengu as unpredictable but also beatable with the right tactics.

โ–ผ Players still find the Ubume and Kasha intensely annoying, contributing to the game's difficulty.

โœณ๏ธ Surprisingly easier foes like Mitsume Yazura and Onyudo have reshaped combat expectations as players refine their strategies.

As conversations evolve on forums, players continue to share strategies and insights to tackle these challenges. With upcoming content anticipated to ramp up difficulty, gamers are gearing up for more intense and unpredictable encounters.