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Ninja Gaiden 4

Ninja Gaiden 4 is an upcoming action-adventure game, the seventh mainline installment in the series, co-developed by Team Ninja and PlatinumGames and published by Xbox Game Studios. Serving as a direct sequel to Ninja Gaiden 3, the game introduces Yakumo as a new primary character, although Ryu Hayabusa remains playable with a significant role. The game is scheduled for a worldwide release on October 21, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S.

2004: Dark Dragon Blade Appears in Ninja Gaiden

In 2004, the Dark Dragon Blade was featured in Ninja Gaiden.

2008: Release of Ninja Gaiden II

In 2008, Ninja Gaiden II was released for Xbox 360 by Xbox Game Studios.

Xbox 360 250GB Slim Console - (Renewed)
Xbox 360 250GB Slim Console - (Renewed)

2008: Dark Dragon Returns in Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword

In 2008, the Dark Dragon, originally from Ninja Gaiden (2004), returned as the main antagonist in Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword.

2012: Release of Ninja Gaiden 3

In 2012, Ninja Gaiden 3 was released, preceding Ninja Gaiden 4 as the seventh mainline game in Koei Tecmo's Ninja Gaiden series.

January 23, 2025: Ninja Gaiden 4 Announcement

On January 23, 2025, Ninja Gaiden 4 was announced alongside Ninja Gaiden 2 Black during the Xbox Developer Direct video presentation.

PlayStation®5 Digital Edition (slim)
PlayStation®5 Digital Edition (slim)

October 21, 2025: Ninja Gaiden 4 Release

On October 21, 2025, Ninja Gaiden 4 is scheduled to be released worldwide for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S.

PlayStation®5 Digital Edition (slim)
PlayStation®5 Digital Edition (slim)