75
It’s tough to shake the feeling that Ninja Gaiden 4 parallels Yakumo himself. Extremely competent in its own right, but overshadowed and outmatched by a legend it doesn’t manage to live up to. It’s crazy that the first mainline series entry in over a decade is somehow only the third best Ninja Gaiden title to come out this year… but that’s how it is.
tbd
Ninja Gaiden has nothing to be ashamed of when it comes to its legacy. Thanks to its gameplay and technique, the blade in this episode is as sharp as it is fine, and the school of skill is on a roll. Quite simply, it's been a long time since we've had so much fun with a title of this genre. However, the overall presentation is far from the most stylish. In terms of its structure and ambition, it is not as spectacular as expected and does not deliver the slash we were hoping for. What remains nonetheless is the pleasure of quite a virtuous game.
75
Over a decade after the last mainline entry, Ninja Gaiden returns, this time infused with PlatinumGames’ unmistakable style. The result is a game packed with fast-paced, over-the-top action that’s undeniably fun, but it often feels more like Bayonetta than Ninja Gaiden. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, though it might not be exactly what longtime fans were hoping for. Oh, and yes, the camera issues are still hanging around!.
7
amazing combat that is super fun and satisfying. story is confusing and bland. hitboxes for some bosses are broken. yakumo is cringe.
10
Ninja Gaiden is simply the best 3D game in the series. Is it different? Yes, very. Is that bad? Not at all. It's the most demanding and fast paced combat of the series and I bloody loved it
10
amazing game, iw ish more ryu but overall, lovely grahps, gameplay, everything!
Ninja Gaiden 4
Released On:
Oct 21, 2025
Metascore
Generally Favorable
82
User score
Generally Favorable
8.1
My Score
Drag or tap to give a rating
Hover and click to give a rating
Metascore
Generally Favorable
90% Positive
57 Reviews
57 Reviews
10% Mixed
6 Reviews
6 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Oct 20, 2025
95
I wasn't sure what to expect with Ninja Gaiden 4 at first, as it felt like there was no way for the game to live up to all of its expectations. The more I play and spend time with the game, though, the more I fall in love with it. The combat is a perfect evolution that maintains everything I love about Ninja Gaiden, while also incorporating the accessibility and convenience of modern game design. The camera and targeting system can be annoying at times, but more often than not, those concerns fade away as I get into a groove and carve up enemies with my favorite weapons. This is the gold standard for fast-paced, high-octane, 3D action games. I just hope we don't have to wait another ten years for the next one.
Oct 20, 2025
90
Ninja Gaiden 4 proves that the long wait for Ryu Hayabusa’s return was worth it, delivering an experience that feels familiar while evolving its combat in compelling ways to offer a hack-and-slash that is fun, challenging, varied, and highly replayable.
User score
Generally Favorable
76% Positive
378 Ratings
378 Ratings
15% Mixed
74 Ratings
74 Ratings
9% Negative
47 Ratings
47 Ratings
Mar 4, 2026
10
Ninja Gaiden is simply the best 3D game in the series. Is it different? Yes, very. Is that bad? Not at all. It's the most demanding and fast paced combat of the series and I bloody loved it
Oct 23, 2025
10
amazing game, iw ish more ryu but overall, lovely grahps, gameplay, everything!
Oct 20, 2025
85
Ninja Gaiden 4 is not just a beautifully gory return for Team Ninja's twenty-one-year tenure with the series, but it's also vintage PlatinumGames, serving up a relentlessly paced flurry of swords, lopped limbs, and buckets of blood. What more could a ninja fan possibly want?
Oct 23, 2025
80
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.
Oct 20, 2025
80
Ninja Gaiden 4 is a powerful return, imperfect but full of character, capable of making us forget the years of silence with a combat system that borders on perfection in its fluidity and ferocity. The union between Team NINJA and PlatinumGames works: the action is brutal, visceral, and visually stunning, with an artistic direction that transforms Tokyo and its nightmares into a kabuki theater of soft lighting and blood. A clear limitation is the linearity of the maps and the repetition of enemies and bosses, which end up diluting the pace, making the second half of the adventure more tiring than exciting. Ninja Gaiden 4 has plenty of character and confirms itself as an aesthetically captivating game, but incapable of maintaining the tension it promises in its best moments. A convincing new beginning, even if it's not yet the masterpiece fans have been waiting too long for.
Jan 5, 2026
75
It’s tough to shake the feeling that Ninja Gaiden 4 parallels Yakumo himself. Extremely competent in its own right, but overshadowed and outmatched by a legend it doesn’t manage to live up to. It’s crazy that the first mainline series entry in over a decade is somehow only the third best Ninja Gaiden title to come out this year… but that’s how it is.
Oct 20, 2025
60
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.
Dec 13, 2025
10
Awesome, much needed change from all the soulslike **** coming out these days. **** story and character development like other Ninja Gaiden games, but who cares when the combat is a 10/10. This has decent bosses unlike the the older ninja gaiden games that had **** bosses,
Mar 4, 2026
7
amazing combat that is super fun and satisfying. story is confusing and bland. hitboxes for some bosses are broken. yakumo is cringe.
Dec 28, 2025
7
Buen juego no te aburres y el combate es divertido y brutal al comparación de otros juegos lo recomiendo es un buen regreso de la sagaaunque me ubiera gustado ver más Ryu espero tome protagonismo en la siguiente entrega
Oct 27, 2025
4
This game belongs in the past, but not in a good way. Mediocre. Bland. Repetitive. Would be innovative if the whole nj series never existed.
In an age where DMC has reached such heights, this is just an old game, on a new console. Very sad day for gaming. This should have been better. But it is not.
Let the 5000 players on steam play it and the devs to realise that this is a sad excuse of a new release.
Oct 22, 2025
4
El juego no se nota gran cambio comparado con los anteriores, incluso se siente como si estuvieras jugando el primero, gráficamente no me gusto, los personajes siguen teniendo texturas que parecen monos de plástico, prefiero un DMC o un Stellar Blade
SummaryThe definitive ninja hack & slash franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in this high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat. Experience a return to the intense, high-speed combat that established NINJA GAIDEN as a premier action game series. Prepare for a lega... Read More
Rated Mfor Mature
Platforms:
- Xbox Series X
- PC
- PlayStation 5
Initial Release Date:Oct 21, 2025
Developer:
Publisher:
