NINJA GAIDEN 4 (2025)

Developer: PlatinumGames Inc. / Team NINJA / KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Publisher: Xbox Game Studios
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 9,405 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 16 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A high-speed, acrobatic action game with combo-focused combat and visceral swordplay.

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What players say

Players praise the fast, fluid combat and say it balances difficulty well for newcomers, though some veterans find it easier than earlier entries. Complaints target the lock-on camera, a difficulty spike on the first boss, and Ryu sections that feel less interesting than Yakumo's.

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