Overview
- Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound launched July 31 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch as the first traditional 2D side-scrolling entry in the franchise since 1995.
- Critics across multiple outlets have awarded it high scores for its faithful revival of classic Ninja Gaiden combat, varied level design and vibrant pixel-art presentation.
- The Game Kitchen’s modern Hypercharge system lets players dispatch glowing enemies to power up a one-hit attack against tougher foes.
- Players control a merged duo of Kenji and Kumori, alternating between Kenji’s melee swordplay and Kumori’s ranged spider-weapon moves to master tight platforming and combat challenges.
- The roughly 7–8-hour main campaign is supplemented by secret levels, collectibles and optional hardcore modes that boost the game’s replay value.