Throughout at the moment’s Xbox Developer Direct, Koei Tecmo, Workforce Ninja, and Platinum Video games revealed Ninja Gaiden 4, the subsequent entry within the long-dormant motion franchise. Moreover, a remaster of one of many collection’ most beloved entries was introduced, and it’s out proper now.
Ninja Gaiden 2 Black shadow drops for PS5 throughout Xbox Developer Direct
Ninja Gaiden 4 is co-developed by Workforce Ninja and Platinum Video games. Though Platinum has by no means labored on a Ninja Gaiden earlier than, the developer is usually identified for its extremely trendy motion video games like Nier: Automata and Bayonetta. A particular launch date was not introduced, however it’s presently slated for a Fall 2025 launch for PS5.
“The fourth installment of the definitive ninja action-adventure collection introduces an all-new protagonist in Yakumo, a younger ninja prodigy whose destiny is intertwined with the legendary Ryu Hayabusa himself,” reads an official description of the sport. “Put together for a legacy reborn with exhilarating model and thrilling motion for a brand new technology of gamers!”
Simply as shocking was the announcement of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, a remaster of the acclaimed 2008 motion sport. Much more surprising, PS5 gamers can seize the sport proper now. It’s $49.99 on the PlayStation Retailer.
The remaster makes use of Unreal Engine 5 to enhance the visuals throughout the board. It additionally provides some further options new to the sport, together with three extra playable characters (Momiji, Ayane, and Rachel), and the “Hero Play Fashion” which routinely helps gamers when issues get too tough.
“In Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, gamers assume the position of Ryu Hayabusa, a lethal ninja who wields the legendary Dragon Sword whereas embarking on a worldwide battle in opposition to a collection of formidable foes,” reads an official description. “The attractive and bloody remaster makes use of Unreal Engine 5 to considerably improve the graphic expression, elevating every part from character visuals to environmental backgrounds.”
Again in 2022, head of Workforce Ninja Fumihiko Yasuda mentioned doubtlessly outsourcing a Ninja Gaiden title as they lacked the sources on the time.
“We’re not asserting something, however each of these concepts sound like nice plans and are each potentialities in a way,” stated Yasuda within the interview. These are each very, very cheap concepts for doubtlessly a sequel in any collection, not simply Ninja Gaiden.”
“However what I wish to say is, if we had been to theoretically work with one other firm on a brand new Ninja Gaiden title, we would wish to be sure that it might be a title that the followers would actually take pleasure in and exceed their expectations,” Yasuda continued.