Ninja Gaiden
News, coverage and analysis tracking Ninja Gaiden across the outlets.
Koei Tecmo's next project is a new IP that's just been revealed… by the Japanese governmentKoei Tecmo has revealed a new intellectual property codenamed 'Fuji', selected for support by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The project aims to be a worldwide hit, expanding beyond games into other media, and is described as an action game with oriental-style aesthetics.
Games Inbox: Will Summer Game Fest 2026 be worth staying up for?Readers discuss their anticipation for Summer Game Fest, with hopes for announcements like Resident Evil Code: Veronica and Alien: Isolation 2. There's also commentary on Marvel's Wolverine, God of War Laufey, and the ongoing debate about game sales, digital vs. physical releases, and the importance of exclusives.- Phantom Blade Zero Delayed to October 29, Pre-Orders Open This SummerPhantom Blade Zero has been delayed to October 29, 2026, from its original September 9, 2026 release date. Developer S-Game cited a need for further polishing of character models and environments as the reason for the delay. Pre-orders for the action RPG on PlayStation 5 and PC will open this summer, with a new trailer and a dedicated State of Play presentation planned.
Dead or Alive creator was once held at gunpoint by LAPD, says former colleague: 'It was a real Dead or Alive…A former colleague of Tomonobu Itagaki, the creator of Dead or Alive and Ninja Gaiden, recounted an incident where Itagaki was held at gunpoint by the LAPD. The article highlights Itagaki's eccentric personality and his contributions to the gaming industry.- Phantom Blade Zero Enters Final Stages of Development, Devs Emphasize No AI Visual TechDeveloper S-Game announced that Phantom Blade Zero is in its final development stages and will not use AI visual technology, with all content crafted by human artists. The team emphasized their commitment to traditional artistry, using 3D scans, motion capture from martial artists, and hand-drawn maps. Phantom Blade Zero is an action RPG inspired by Chinese Wuxia culture and other media, set to release on PlayStation 5 and PC on September 9, 2026.
THE MESSENGER - Ninja Gaiden DemasteredThe Messenger, a new pixel art ninja platformer from Sabotage Studio and Devolver Digital, is set to release on August 30, 2018, for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a unique mechanic allowing players to switch between 8-bit and 16-bit aesthetics and gameplay styles, paying homage to classic NES and Super NES titles like Ninja Gaiden.
Brutally Difficult Video Games That Will Take You Forever To BeatThis article ranks brutally difficult video games that offer a fair challenge and require significant player effort to beat. It highlights titles like The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth, FTL: Faster Than Light, and Risk of Rain, distinguishing them from games with artificial difficulty stemming from hardware limitations. The author also briefly discusses Super Meat Boy as an example of a highly difficult platformer.
Why Older Games Where more Difficult to CompleteOlder video games, particularly from the NES, SNES, and Nintendo 64 eras, were often more difficult due to limitations in cartridge storage space and the high cost of games. Developers extended gameplay by increasing difficulty and puzzle complexity, as well as omitting features like mini-maps. This design choice contrasted with modern games that prioritize accessibility and shorter completion times.- By: ninja lordThe author expresses concern that Ninja Gaiden Sigma 3 might not be difficult enough, stating that the primary appeal of the series for players like themselves is its challenging gameplay. They hope the difficulty will not be reduced, as it forms the core substance of the games.
- By: airdashThe author argues that Ninja Gaiden, particularly on Master Ninja difficulty, offers a significant challenge for players who do not opt for easier paths. This is presented as a counterpoint to an unspecified claim about the game's difficulty.
- By: JoshA discussion about the Ninja Gaiden series touches on the lack of an official release date for an upcoming game, with speculation pointing towards a 2011 release. The conversation also delves into the difficulty of Ninja Gaiden 2 and the challenges of beating the first Ninja Gaiden on Xbox.
Ninja Gaiden 3 for Xbox 360 and PS3 officially announcedTecmo Koei has officially announced Ninja Gaiden 3 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, revealed at Tokyo Game Show 2010. While details are scarce and original mastermind Tomonobu Itagaki is not involved, the game will feature Ryu Hayabusa in a more humanistic and violent portrayal. A separate Ninja Gaiden 3DS title is also in development.