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Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Promises a Bold 2D Revival for the Franchise

Set for a summer 2025 release, the game introduces new protagonists, innovative combat mechanics, and a dual-reality narrative that redefines the series' classic formula.

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Overview

  • Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, developed by The Game Kitchen, is a 2D platformer-action game blending retro pixel art with modern gameplay influences.
  • Players control two new protagonists, Kenji Mozu and Kumori, who can work independently or fuse into a powerful combined form to tackle challenges.
  • The game introduces advanced combat techniques like the Guillotine Boost and Hypercharged Attacks, enhancing mobility and tactical depth.
  • Its narrative explores a rift between the real world and the demon world, threatening Hayabusa Village in the absence of series regular Ryu Hayabusa.
  • Scheduled for release in summer 2025, Ragebound will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.