Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC

As an old-school gamer who grew up with the legendary Ninja Gaiden series, I can hardly contain my excitement for this upcoming masterpiece! The announcement of Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound has sent a wave of nostalgia crashing over me like Ryu Hayabusa’s iconic Water Dragon sword.

Collaboratively, Dotemu, The Game Kitchen alongside Koei Tecmo and Team NINJA, have officially revealed the upcoming side-scrolling action-adventure title “Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound”. This game is planned for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam in summer 2025.

Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:

About

A new twist to the side-scrolling Ninja Gaiden series experience.

The celebrated creators behind Blasphemous have skillfully merged the original mythos and mechanics of the classic Ninja Gaiden series (originally developed by Tecmo, now known as Koei Tecmo Games) from the 8-bit age with the complexity and intensity of contemporary 3D installments. This harmonious blend of past and present results in an extraordinary and exhilarating journey.

Dive into an Untold Chapter of the Ninja Gaiden Saga

The tale kicks off as Ryu Hayabusa sets off to America to fulfill his father’s final wishes. Meanwhile, he is far away, a catastrophic event occurs – the boundary separating the human and demon realms collapses, releasing a horrifying horde onto the peaceful Hayabusa Village. In Ryu’s absence, this once tranquil place now finds itself confronting an unforeseen peril.

In response to this emerging danger, the young ninja, Kenji Mozu, hailing from the village of Hayabusa, steps forward to meet it head-on!

Old School Gameplay with a Brand-New Polish

Blending retro charm with contemporary finesse, “Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound” preserves the user-friendly gameplay of its timeless predecessors, all the while adding intricate nuances.

In the game Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, you’ll find flawless mechanics that are simple to grasp initially but require significant skill to fully master. This encourages players to test their own abilities, aiming to meet the expectations of fans who follow the Ninja Gaiden series!

A Spectacular Pixel Art Showdown

I’m stepping into a breathtakingly revamped world of the legendary Ninja Gaiden, where every inch has been painstakingly reimagined for a visually stunning experience. The enemies I face are not just copies of the past; they’ve been meticulously detailed to a level that was once thought unattainable.

In a nod to the past and with an emotional tinge, the visual style of “Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound” harks back to earlier days yet pushes the limits of contemporary pixel art, transforming each fight into a visual treat.

Watch the announcement trailer below.

Announce Trailer

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2024-12-13 03:46