Team Ninja's long-awaited Ninja Gaiden sequel is finally underway, thanks to a collaborative effort between Team Ninja, Koei Tecmo, and PlatinumGames. Producer Fumihiko Yasuda revealed that the studio had struggled to solidify a concept for years before discussions with Koei Tecmo president Hisashi Koinuma and PlatinumGames head Atsushi Inaba, ultimately leading to Phil Spencer's involvement and the formation of this exciting partnership.
Spencer confirmed that initial talks began as early as 2017. The collaboration with PlatinumGames, renowned for its high-octane action titles like Bayonetta and NieR: Automata, proved to be the key ingredient in unlocking the potential of a new Ninja Gaiden game.
The surprise announcement of Ninja Gaiden 4 last week was further complemented by the simultaneous release of a remastered Ninja Gaiden 2 Black for Xbox, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Early footage showcases Ryu Hayabusa as the protagonist, promising a thrilling action-slasher experience. Ninja Gaiden 4 will introduce novel mechanics, including dynamic traversal using wires and rails, setting it apart from its predecessors.
While DOOM: The Dark Ages dominated the Developer_Direct headlines, the reveal of Ninja Gaiden 4 was a significant highlight, generating considerable excitement. The game is slated for a Fall 2025 release.
