This short review focuses on presenting recent findings on Ni-based catalysts for plasma-induced catalytic CO 2 methanation process. After a brief introduction presenting the advantages of plasma CO 2 methanation compared to the thermocatalytic approach, a discussion is given on different types of plasma used with nickel-based catalysts for CO 2 hydrogenation. The use of different supports and promoters in Ni-based catalysts for plasma DBD (Dielectric-barrier Discharge) catalysis CO 2 methanation is discussed. The present study focuses on presenting past, present and future prospects on nickel catalysed plasma-assisted CO 2 methanation reaction.