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As ninja prodigy Yakumo battles an ancient curse in near-future Tokyo, switch weapons and master fast, lethal sword combat.
Released 20 Oct 2025
Switch Weapons Mid-Combo
Shift Weapon Forms
Sever Limbs, Finish Foes
The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.
Developed by PlatinumGames Inc. / Team NINJA / KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. · Published by Xbox Game Studios
In a near-future Tokyo shrouded by miasma, ninja prodigy Yakumo fights cybernetic soldiers and otherworldly creatures after an ancient enemy returns. His journey ties him to the legendary Ryu Hayabusa and the curse threatening the city.
Fight through enemy-filled encounters with fast swordplay, dodges, blocks, parries and weapon clashes. Dismember foes to open opportunities for finishing attacks, and use Bloodbind Ninjutsu to shift weapons into alternate forms. Yakumo can switch weapons during combos; Ryu brings his own techniques and fighting style.
Progress through a chapter-based campaign, learning moves in training and spending resources on techniques and upgrades. Choose among difficulty settings, then take on additional challenges and revisit chapters to refine your play.
In this helpfulness-selected sample, players repeatedly praise the fast, responsive combat and the satisfaction of chaining attacks into bloody finishers. Many also value the depth that comes from learning weapons, counters and timing, with difficulty settings that let newcomers get started while leaving tougher challenges for experienced players. The soundtrack and boss encounters earn praise as well. Common reservations include unreliable targeting, a story and characters some find weak, punishing difficulty spikes, limited time and weapons for Ryu, and repetitive or reused sections.
The definitive ninja hack & slash franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in this high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.
Return of the Legend
Experience a return to the intense, high-speed combat that established NINJA GAIDEN as a premier action game series. Prepare for a legacy reborn with captivating style for a new generation of players.
Epic Hack and Slash Combat, Evolved
NINJA GAIDEN 4 fuses Team NINJA’s tempered combat philosophy with the stylish, dynamic action gameplay of PlatinumGames. Engage in visually stunning combat that rewards precision and strategy. Use Bloodbind Ninjutsu to transform your weapons and unleash devastation upon your enemies, alongside legacy techniques like the Izuna Drop and Flying Swallow.
The legendary Ryu Hayabusa also returns with a revamped yet familiar set of tools to master. With a customizable player experience, NINJA GAIDEN 4 will push action game veterans to their limits while allowing newcomers to enjoy a heart-pounding adventure full of twists and turns.
An Ancient Enemy Returns
An endless rain of miasma hangs over a near-future Tokyo in the wake of an ancient enemy’s resurrection. The fate of the city lies in the hands of young ninja prodigy, Yakumo. Fighting his way through cybernetic ninja soldiers and otherworldly creatures, Yakumo must reconcile a destiny he shares with the legendary Ryu Hayabusa himself and free Tokyo from the ancient curse that brought the city to its knees.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 53 |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
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