The legendary game has been graphically remastered and re-released across multiple platforms
Hertfordshire, 23rd January 2025 – Today, during Xbox Developer_Direct, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Team NINJA surprised fans with the announcement of NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black, now available. Originally released in 2008, this highly acclaimed game has been graphically remastered to deliver the most breathtaking and frenetic ninja action to date. Fans can discover Team NINJA’s heroic icon in a brand-new trailer. NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black is digitally available across multiple platforms, including Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®5, and Windows PC via Steam® and Microsoft Store, and with Game Pass on console, PC and cloud.
Jump into the frenetic action of NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black with the launch trailer on YouTube
In NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black, players take on the role of Ryu Hayabusa, a deadly ninja who wields the legendary Dragon Sword while embarking on a global battle against a series of formidable foes. This bloody remaster uses Unreal Engine 5 to significantly refine the graphics, enhancing everything from character visuals to environmental backgrounds. The stages, characters, effects, and lighting have all been completely redesigned and remastered to fully immerse players in this sombre ninja world.
Violent, adrenaline-fuelled fights unfold, showcasing a variety of techniques and weapons such as Japanese swords, shuriken, kusarigama, and tonfa with dazzling brutality. Gore elements such as dismemberment and blood have also been remastered to enhance the experience. Those wanting a more toned-down experience can simply turn the dismemberment feature off in the options menu.
Furthermore, NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black includes extra elements from the spin-off titles released after the launch of the original game, including the ability to control three additional characters; Momiji, Ayane, and Rachel. The remaster also includes the “HERO PLAY STYLE” mode for beginners that provides automatic support in the most daunting situations, making the notoriously challenging title more accessible for those who are not yet confident in their action skills.
Team NINJA, in collaboration with PlatinumGames and Xbox Game Studios Publishing also revealed the long-awaited return to the mainline franchise, with the announcement that NINJA GAIDEN 4 is currently in development and is scheduled to launch later this year. The fourth instalment of the definitive ninja action-adventure series introduces an all-new protagonist in Yakumo, a young ninja prodigy whose fate is intertwined with the legendary Ryu Hayabusa himself. Prepare for a legacy reborn with exhilarating style and thrilling action for a new generation of players!
NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black is now available digitally on Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, PlayStation®5, and Windows PC via Steam® and the Microsoft Store. The game includes Japanese and English voices with English, French, German, Spanish and Italian texts. For more information on NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black, visit the official website, Like us on Facebook, Join us on the KOEI TECMO Europe Discord server, and Follow us on Instagram and X.
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KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite NINJA GAIDEN and fighting entertainment title DEAD OR ALIVE. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of Gust, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com
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