Ah, behold the long-awaited arrival of Ninja Gaiden 4, after a decade of eager anticipation. A modern retelling of Ninja Gaiden 2 is also on the horizon. The fourth installment is slated for release in the autumn of 2025, while the revamped version of Gaiden 2 is ripe for the picking right now. Embrace the swift and fiery ninja battles that await, available for purchase and play immediately (and part of Game Pass!). The unveiling came swiftly at the commencement of today’s Xbox Developer Direct, setting the stage for what’s to come.
The forthcoming Ninja Gaiden 4 is a joint venture between Team Ninja and Platinum Games, the creative minds behind illustrious series such as Bayonetta and Nier: Automata. This new iteration unfolds in a fresh backdrop with a novel protagonist, serving as an ideal entry point for novices. While preserving the challenges and gory confrontations of its predecessors, a brand-new narrative unfolds for Yakumo to traverse. Fear not, longtime fans, as Ryu Hayabusa will make a notable appearance as well. Expect its arrival later this year on Xbox, PlayStation 5, Steam, and also joining Game Pass.
At the 2025 Game Awards, Team Ninja unveiled a teaser for Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, a retro-inspired side-scrolling adventure. The passionate reception and fervor from fans upon the revelation of Ninja Gaiden 4 underscore the enduring appeal of exploring the unforgiving world of this beloved franchise once more.
