Ninja Gaiden 4 is now available on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC alongside Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The first mainline title in the 3D hack and slash series since 2012’s Ninja Gaiden 3, it introduces a new protagonist, Yakumo, who’s on a quest to slay the Dark Dragon. Check out the launch trailer below.
“But wasn’t it already slain in Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword?” you’ll probably ask, and you would be correct. However, Yakumo’s mission involves permanently destroying the dragon with the help of Seori, the Dark Dragon Priestess, by removing its seals and purifying it. Along with battling the Divine Dragon Order, Ryu Hayabusa returns to stop the Raven Clan ninja in this potentially world-ending quest.
Ninja Gaiden 4 retains many facets of previous titles, from Ultimate Attacks and Obliterations to classic moves like the Flying Swallow and Izuna Drop. However, it adds weapon switching and Bloodraven Form, allowing Yakumo to transform his weapons in devastating ways. For more details, check out our review – we gave it an eight out of ten, praising the combat among other things.
Of course, this isn’t the end of support. Team Ninja and PlatinumGames have already announced paid DLC, The Two Masters, for release in early 2026. It adds new weapons and story missions while further expanding on post-game challenges for hardcore players.
Exciting news for Ninja Gaiden fans! It’s great to see the release of Ninja Gaiden 4 on multiple platforms. Looking forward to hearing everyone’s thoughts on the game!
Absolutely! It’s fantastic to see it on Game Pass as well, making it more accessible for fans old and new. The graphics and gameplay improvements really set a new standard for the series. Can’t wait to see how the community reacts!
I agree, the Game Pass inclusion is a great move! It really opens up the game to a wider audience, especially for those who may not want to commit to a full purchase. Plus, it’s exciting to see how the series evolves with new mechanics and graphics on the latest consoles!
Absolutely, the Game Pass inclusion is a smart strategy! It not only makes the game accessible to more players but also highlights how subscription services are changing the gaming landscape. It’ll be interesting to see how this affects the game’s community and longevity!