Ninja Gaiden 4 just made its grand debut at the Xbox Developer Direct 2025, marking the return of this beloved series. Fans can look forward to exploring the next chapter this fall. You’ll be able to play it on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. Excitingly, it’s also set to be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from day one, which is fantastic news for subscribers.
In 2025, Team Ninja is celebrating a huge milestone—its 30th anniversary. As a subsidiary of Koei Tecmo, the studio recently teased some major announcements for this special year, hinting at a slew of new projects.
During this January event, Team Ninja, in collaboration with PlatinumGames, pulled back the curtain on several promising projects, including Ninja Gaiden 4. This eagerly anticipated title is being prepped for a fall 2025 release.
## Ninja Gaiden 4 Brings in a Fresh Face
Yes, Ryu Hayabusa is back! However, this time around, there’s a new protagonist joining the fray—Yakumo. According to Yuji Nakao, producer and director at PlatinumGames, introducing Yakumo aims to make the game more newcomer-friendly, allowing those unfamiliar with the series’ rich history to jump right in. Rest assured, though, that long-time fans will see Ryu Hayabusa playing a “significant role” in the storyline, and he’ll be available as a playable character, albeit not from the game’s outset.
Ninja Gaiden 4 will introduce some fresh traversal mechanics, including wires and rails that will enable rapid movement across the game’s world. Combat will remain as adrenaline-fueled and intense as ever, maintaining the spirit of its predecessors. Fans can expect an array of returning abilities alongside unique, new moves. True to the series, the game promises a challenging experience, one that aligns with the demanding levels typical of Ninja Gaiden titles.
Players on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC can gear up for this thrilling adventure. Those with a PC Game Pass or Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription will enjoy access right from launch day. As the targeted fall 2025 release looms, we can anticipate a definitive release date announcement around mid-2025, possibly at the next Xbox Games Showcase. In the meantime, fans might want to revisit Ninja Gaiden 2 Black—recently remastered in Unreal Engine 5 and stealth-released for PC and consoles on January 23. Subscribers to Xbox Game Pass can dive right into this classic gem now.
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