Nioh 2 Complete Edition Update V1 28 00-codex

While the CODEX release is offline-only, this patch improves the netcode for Expeditions (co-op). For scene users, this is irrelevant, but it confirms that v1.28.00 is the last version before Team Ninja shifted resources to Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty .

Do not apply this update to a repack from a different scene group (e.g., DARKSiDERS or FitGirl) unless you know how to manually clean the registry. Always use the original CODEX base. Nioh 2 Complete Edition Update v1 28 00-CODEX

and fixed an input issue where attacks were inadvertently launched during a Ki Pulse. While the CODEX release is offline-only, this patch

The core of the v1.28.00 update focuses on technical optimization. While Nioh 2 was praised for its deep combat mechanics and intricate character customization, the initial PC port faced hurdles regarding keyboard and mouse prompts and frame rate stuttering in specific environments. This update introduces further fixes for flickering issues and improves the implementation of DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), allowing players with compatible hardware to enjoy high frame rates without sacrificing the grim, detailed visual fidelity the series is known for. Always use the original CODEX base

The most critical fix in v1.28.00 targets a persistent memory leak that occurred when the game rendered heavy particle effects (e.g., using Yokai Shift with lightning familiars). Prior to this patch, players with 16GB of RAM or less would experience frame drops into the teens during the final boss fight of The First Samurai DLC. This patch optimizes texture streaming and clears the VRAM buffer more aggressively.