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Ninja Gaiden 4

Ninja Gaiden 4 is a slick and stylish entry into the franchise that has made steps to welcome newcomers while keeping veterans on their toes.
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57%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
57% User Score Based on 22 reviews
Critic Score 82%Based on 32 reviews

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About Ninja Gaiden 4

Ninja Gaiden 4 is a single player hack and slash game. It was developed by Team NINJA and was released on October 21, 2025. It received positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with Ninja Gaiden 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

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57%Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
story6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Ninja Gaiden 4 features incredibly fluid and satisfying combat, with a variety of weapons and deep mechanics that enhance gameplay.
  • The game offers intense and challenging boss fights that test players' skills, along with a good amount of replayability through trials and chapter replays.
  • The visual presentation is striking, with beautiful environments and a great soundtrack that complements the action.
  • The story is weak and forgettable, often feeling like a distraction from the core gameplay experience.
  • Some levels and boss fights are repetitive, with recycled elements that can detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • Camera issues and visual glitches can disrupt gameplay, making certain encounters less enjoyable.

  • story

    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    35% positive mentions, 47% neutral mentions, 18% negative mentions

    The story in Ninja Gaiden 4 is generally viewed as weak and forgettable, with many reviewers noting its hackneyed writing and lack of depth. While some elements, such as character sections and level design, feel repetitive and uninspired, the overall narrative does not significantly detract from the game's intense combat and action. Despite its shortcomings, a few players found the story to be passable, marking a slight improvement for the series.

    • “The story isn’t exactly memorable, but it doesn’t bog down the experience, making for a tight roller coaster of an action game worthy of the title Ninja Gaiden.”
    • “Ninja Gaiden 4 has its missteps, especially during the story and with Ryu's sections, but it's still a triumphant comeback for the franchise.”
    • “It’s a fun, occasionally beautiful title with an actually not terrible story, perhaps a first for the series.”
    • “Despite its disappointing story and bland level design, Ninja Gaiden 4's excellent combat still makes it one of the best 3D action games in recent memory.”
    • “While some of the surrounding aspects are a little less successful, such as repeated environments and a forgettable story, the intense battles and myriad challenges are where the game shines, whether playing as Yakumo or Ryu.”
    • “Ninja Gaiden 4 delivers fast and furious action that will have you hacking and slashing through demons and cybernetic soldiers in a fun and satisfying way, but its overuse of gimmicks in its level design, lack of variety of weapons, and flat story keep this from being a game that will leave a lasting impression.”

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by tight, fast-paced action that emphasizes stylish and fluid combat, complemented by a diverse arsenal and creative weapon mechanics. Players appreciate the balance of challenge and reward, with well-designed enemies and exhilarating platforming segments, all set against a captivating sci-fi and dark fantasy backdrop. Despite some lingering issues, the overall experience is described as immersive and gloriously violent, making for a thrilling adventure.

    • “A focus on tight, fast-paced action lets the best aspects of the game shine, avoiding unnecessary souls-like mechanics.”
    • “Outstanding, very stylish and fluid combat, with complex but rewarding mechanics, well-designed enemies and boss fights. The difficulty is finely balanced (but it will still kick your a**), and the final few chapters are glorious.”
    • “Enjoyable and spectacular combat with brutal, immersive gameplay. It offers a high level of challenge and additional trials, along with a great and diverse arsenal of Yakumo's weapons, and a challenge mode allowing missions to be played with any character.”
    • “Some old problems persist, but it's nonetheless a (very) bloody good time with some of the slickest action gameplay out there.”
    • “Yakumo feels distinct from Ryu thanks to some creative weaponry. The action gameplay is tight, slick, and violent. The bloodbind forms of weapons give them an extra dimension and open up a dizzying amount of combos.”

  • music

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    83% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game has been widely praised for its energetic and engaging quality, with a heavy metal soundtrack that enhances the adrenaline-fueled gameplay. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack, featuring contributions from artists like Victor Borba, complements the thrilling combat and diverse environments, although some felt it occasionally lacked consistency in maintaining energy throughout. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's immersive experience.

    • “Banging soundtrack will get you in the mood.”
    • “Great soundtrack, which features Victor Borba.”
    • “Outstanding soundtrack rocks hard.”

  • optimization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is praised for delivering a solid performance with fast-paced and fluid combat, complemented by high-quality visuals and sound design. While it may not achieve perfection in every aspect, it effectively combines nostalgic elements with modern gameplay mechanics, resulting in a satisfying experience across diverse environments.

    • “[Fast-paced, fluid, and deeply satisfying combat; multiple forms and weapons add depth and variety. The cinematic presentation features high-quality cutscenes and voice acting, complemented by beautiful and diverse environments, from haunted Tokyo to lush forests and futuristic buildings. Excellent sound design and a heavy metal soundtrack enhance the experience, and the game is well-optimized for PC.]”
    • “[Tight combat, solid performance, great music, and good voice-over. The epic environmental scale and scope contribute to an immersive experience.]”
    • “It doesn't hit every mark, but the simplistic structure, emphasis on technical combat, and even the cheesy performances combine for an action game that feels like it's from a bygone era, in the best way possible.”
    • “The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play at times.”
    • “Optimization is lacking, resulting in frequent frame drops and stuttering during intense moments.”
    • “Despite its potential, the game feels unpolished and poorly optimized, which detracts from the overall experience.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Players highlight the game's strong replayability, driven by excellent combat mechanics and improved features from the series, alongside intense boss battles that challenge skills. Additionally, the inclusion of trials and chapter replays offers ample opportunities for players to revisit and refine their strategies.

    • “The combat is excellent, building on the series' foundation with numerous improvements.”
    • “Intense boss battles truly test your skills.”
    • “There is tons of replayability with trials and chapter replays.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are highly praised for their stunning level artwork, which enhances the overall visual experience of the game.

    • “The level artwork is a sight to behold.”
    • “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
    • “The attention to detail in the environments is remarkable.”

  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game's stability is marred by visual glitches and issues, such as players getting stuck in levels. While the music has standout moments, it fails to maintain consistent energy throughout. Additionally, the reuse of bosses in certain sections detracts from the overall experience.

    • “There are numerous visual glitches and issues, including getting stuck in levels.”
    • “The music is great at certain points, but it doesn't maintain that energy throughout the game.”
    • “The reused bosses in certain sections of the game detract from the overall experience.”
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82%Critics’ scoreBased on 9 critic reviews
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Ninja Gaiden 4 is a hack and slash game.

Ninja Gaiden 4 is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox and others.

Ninja Gaiden 4 was released on October 21, 2025.

Ninja Gaiden 4 was developed by Team NINJA.

Ninja Gaiden 4 has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Ninja Gaiden 4 for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Ninja Gaiden 4 is a single player game.

Similar games include NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Mirror of Fate HD, NINJA GAIDEN Σ, DmC: Devil May Cry and others.