Developer_Direct showcased more than just DOOM: The Dark Ages; Ninja Gaiden 4 also stole the spotlight. This highly anticipated sequel to Koei Tecmo's acclaimed series is slated for an autumn 2025 release.
The initial trailer highlights a thrilling, action-packed slasher experience starring the iconic ninja Ryu Hayabusa. Ninja Gaiden 4 introduces innovative gameplay mechanics, including swift traversal using wires and rails, as showcased in the gameplay footage.
The game's setting is a striking cyberpunk metropolis perpetually drenched in toxic rain. Players will confront waves of genetically modified soldiers and terrifying creatures from another realm, all while striving to lift an ancient curse plaguing the megacity.
The announcement also included news of a substantial remaster of Ninja Gaiden 2, already available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, and included in the Game Pass library.
Team Ninja's UE5 port boasts completely overhauled character models, visual effects, and environments. Furthermore, elements from later installments in the series have been incorporated, including three additional playable characters.
Koei Tecmo's impressive work on both the sequel and remaster certainly warrants the community's enthusiastic response.
