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Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Released, Ninja Gaiden 4 Announced

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black has been unleashed onto the world today, along with the news that we're getting Ninja Gaiden 4 in the future

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  • Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is now available on PC, XSX|S, and PS5 with enhanced graphics using Unreal Engine 5.
  • Ninja Gaiden 4 is in development, featuring a new hero Yakumo alongside Ryu Hayabusa.
  • The remastered Ninja Gaiden 2 Black offers updated visuals, new playable characters, and gore toggling.
  • Hero Play Style mode in Ninja Gaiden 2 Black makes the game accessible for players who prefer easier gameplay.

Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja have made a pair of announcements today. The first was the release of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, and the second was the reveal of Ninja Gaiden 4. First, the awesome news: we got a surprise release today as they have offered a modernized version of the 2008 title, and it's playable right now on PC via Steam, as well as XSX|S and PS5. Second, the two teams dropped one of the worst-kept secrets that everyone thought was dead, as NG4 is in the works with Platinum Games and Xbox Game Studios Publishing. The game will feature a new protagonist named Yakumo, a young ninja prodigy whose fate is intertwined with the legendary Ryu Hayabusa. We have more info on the new release below!

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Released, Ninja Gaiden 4 Announced
Credit: Koei Tecmo

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black

In Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, players assume the role of Ryu Hayabusa, a deadly ninja who wields the legendary Dragon Sword while embarking on a global battle against a series of formidable foes. The beautiful and bloody remaster utilizes Unreal Engine 5 to significantly enhance the graphic expression, elevating everything from character visuals to environmental backgrounds. In fact, the stages, characters, effects, and lighting have all been completely redesigned and remastered to fully immerse gamers into the story's dark ninja world.

Gore elements such as dismemberment and blood have also been remastered to enhance the action experience. The high-speed, violent fights play out in brilliant brutality, utilizing a variety of weapons and techniques, including Japanese swords, shurikens, Kusari-gamas, and tonfas. Meanwhile, those looking for a more toned-down experience can simply toggle the dismemberment feature on and off in the Options menu. In addition, Ninja Gaiden 2 Black includes extra elements from the spin-off titles released after the original game's debut, including the ability to control three additional characters: Momiji, Ayane, and Rachel. The remaster also includes "HERO PLAY STYLE," a mode for beginners that provides automatic support in the most difficult situations, making the notoriously challenging title more accessible for those who may not be so confident in their action skills.

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