How to claim pre-order, early-purchase, and DLC bonuses in Nioh 3

Nioh 3 offers several bonus items, including armor sets, weapons, and charms tied to pre-orders, early purchases, and special editions. These rewards are not added automatically.

You must claim them after reaching a certain point in the story.The process is the same on PS5 and Steam. Once the add-ons are installed and you reach the correct Shrine, you can collect every eligible item in a few steps and use them in the early missions.

What Bonuses Are Available in 2026 Nioh 3?

Depending on the version you purchased or promotions you qualified for, the following bonuses are available as of February 2026:

Digital Pre-Order Bonus (PS5 / Steam)

• Hellfire Warrior Armor Set • Hellfire Ninja Attire Set • Scampuss Furball Netsuke Charm

Early Purchase Bonus (buy by 20 Feb 2026, 23:59 UTC)

• Hellfrost Warrior Armor Set • Hellfrost Ninja Attire Set • Youngblood Armor (Samurai, William’s set from Nioh 1) • Lone Wolf’s Armor (Ninja, Hiddy’s set from Nioh 2)

Digital Deluxe Edition (Standard + Deluxe DLC)

All base-game bonuses • Infernal Weapons Set covering all 14 weapon types • Kodama Netsuke Charm • Season Pass with Chijiko Netsuke Charm and two major DLC expansions • Demo Completion Reward • Twin-Snake Helmet for players who cleared the demo before 15 Feb 2026None of these items equip automatically.

They must be claimed at a Shrine.

How to Unlock Bonuses at the First Shrine in Nioh 3

You can collect most rewards soon after the opening section of Nioh 3.

Reach the First Checkpoint Shrine

Finish the tutorial-style opening, defeat the first boss, and continue until you reach the first main Shrine. This usually happens near the mission “The Battle of Hitokoto Slope,” about an hour into the campaign. The Boons option may not appear before this point.

Open the Shrine Menu

Pray at the Shrine and select Preparations (sometimes shown as “Prepare,” depending on language settings).

Go to Boons

Scroll to Boons. The game will scan for installed add-ons and account rewards. A short loading check is normal.

Claim the Items

After the scan, choose Claim All to add the armor, weapons, charms, and helmets to your inventory. If you miss the first Shrine, you can do this at any Shrine later in the game.

Nioh 3 Standard vs Digital Deluxe: What to Know

Nioh 3 Standard Edition

Players who bought the Standard Edition still receive the Early Purchase Bonus if the game was purchased before 20 Feb 2026, 23:59 UTC.

Demo rewards can also be claimed through the Boons menu after reaching the first Shrine.

Nioh 3 Digital Deluxe and Season Pass

Digital Deluxe owners receive the Infernal Weapons Set, Kodama Netsuke Charm, and the Season Pass. The pass includes the Chijiko Netsuke Charm and two expansions: DLC 1 - Hell Rising (planned for late September 2026) and DLC 2 - Bloody Insurrection (scheduled for late February 2027). Install the add-ons and progress in the story to access them through Boons.

Common Issues That Prevent Nioh 3 Bonuses From Appearing

Add-ons not installed: • PS5: Game tile → Options → Manage Game Content • Steam: Library → right-click Nioh 3 → Properties → DLC • Trying to claim too early:If Boons is empty, continue playing until you reach the Shrine tied to the early main mission. • Save-file confusion:Boons applies to the current save file. Starting a new character or New Game+ may require you to claim the items again, but ownership remains tied to your platform account.

Quick Reference Table: Bonus Types and How They’re Unlocked

Practical Tips Before Starting Early Missions

Equip the Hellfire or Hellfrost armor early for better protection. Deluxe owners can use the Kodama or Chijiko Netsuke Charms for small stat boosts. If something seems missing, revisit any Shrine and open Preparations → Boons so the game can check your entitlements again.