One of the most beloved video game franchises for masochists returns

After more than a decade of waiting, fans of the Ninja Gaiden saga can celebrate the announcement of Ninja Gaiden 4, which will be released in the fall of 2025. Developed by Team Ninja in collaboration with PlatinumGames, known for its intense action style in titles like Bayonetta and Nier: Automata, the new game promises to stay true to the challenges and action dynamics that have defined the series over the years.

Respecting the roots, but adding their own distinctive flavor

In this new installment, players will control Yakumo, a young ninja who will take on the leading role. However, Ryu Hayabusa, the iconic hero of the previous games, will not disappear from the scene; on the contrary, he will have a crucial role as Yakumo’s rival. This dynamic promises to offer a rich and exciting narrative, true to the legacy of the franchise.

The game will take place in a dark and damp Tokyo, cursed by the antagonist known as Dark Dragon. Yudai Abe, lead level and environment designer at PlatinumGames, emphasized that “we are preserving the dark and hardcore atmosphere of the series”. With chaotic landscapes and curses present throughout the game, the developers have indicated that the environment will evoke a heightened sense of danger around every corner.

In a surprise twist, the release of Ninja Gaiden Black, a remake of Ninja Gaiden 2, was also announced, arriving on the platform without prior notice, generating even more excitement among the franchise’s followers. Those who were already expecting another Ninja Gaiden, this one in 2D and developed by The Game Kitchen, developers of Blasphemous. With these announcements, Team Ninja and PlatinumGames aim to revitalize a series that has left its mark on the world of video games, promising a challenging and visually impressive experience.

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