If you remember the exhilarating announcement at the beginning of this year regarding a new Ninja Gaiden game, you should hold onto your breath, for the news gets even better. The launch of Ninja Gaiden 4, from the legendary Team NINJA and the action gurus at PlatinumGames, is officially slated for October.
An electrifying new trailer dropped during today's Xbox Games Showcase, and it didn't just show off some heart-pounding gameplay – it confirmed the release date. So mark your calendars for October 21st. An action-dive on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S await.
After the trailer's debut and some new details through the official Xbox website, we got an insight into what Ninja Gaiden 4 looks to offer. There was a description of the game's start and, excitingly, how this new entry seeks to expand on the classic Ninja Gaiden while remaining true to its roots.
It sounds like players, taking the role of the new protagonist Yakumo, will get the chance to master some legendary special moves. Yes, Flying Swallow and Izuna Drop will be making a comeback. To the delight of long-time fans, this is good news and suggests a deep connection to the series' iconic combat system as the whole experience expands.
Things are gearing up for an exciting return for the franchise. The combined power of Team NINJA and PlatinumGames has sent the expectations through the stratosphere, and an October launch means it won't be long before we see what they have created.
