The game is being developed by Team Ninja (KOEI TECMO Games) and Platinum Games, known for Bayonetta and NieR: Automata, and has been in development for several years (according to the Steam Database, there was an update in development as of September 28, 2023). The new Ninja Gaiden installment will keep true to the action and challenges seen in the series, but will carry over the speed and dynamics Platinum Games is known for. The focus will be on the incredibly fast-paced combat system, with many new mechanics and abilities in addition to the traditional ninja mowing.
The announcement of Ninja Gaiden 4 had to wait until 2025, when it was first revealed at Developer_Direct 2025 alongside Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, thanks to publisher Xbox Games Studios.  There is currently no exact release date for the game, it is promised for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in Autumn 2025. ¹

The Black Dragon, the youngest of the dragon gods, had been wreaking havoc for some time, and only a ninja could stop him. But the Black Dragon was not completely destroyed, his dusty shell remained and a cursed rain poured down from him continuously, unstoppable. In Tokyo, drenched by the Rain of Darkrot and abandoned to its destruction, chaos reigns, and fighting continues. The city will not be free of this curse until the rain stops. Ryu Hayabusa and his clan are on a mysterious mission to the streets of Tokyo, where we meet him. The game's protagonist will be Yakumo, a member of the rival Raven clan. He follows in the footsteps of Ryu, whose motives will be revealed throughout the story, and as a result we will often come into conflict with him. But he is not the threat to us. Our goal is to defeat the Black Dragon once and for all and thus free the city from the curse, and we will be constantly hindered by the Divine Dragon Order, which can keep Tokyo under control, guard the Black Dragon's seal and control the horde of demons that lurk in the world. We must hurry, for the curse is gradually destroying Tokyo: buildings are collapsing, roads are caving in, and we must find a way forward. In the vast city, we are given vertical freedom of movement: we can jump up and down tall buildings and skate on railway tracks, all the while using our ninja skills and tools. These include Raven Style and Bloodbind Ninjutsu Nué Style, a new mechanic in Ninja Gaiden games that lets you slash your opponents at breakneck speed, turning the tide of battle against serious overwhelming odds. This will be very important, as bloody, fierce enemies will be in our way, with many old friends returning.

[2025-01-23]: Ninja Gaiden 4 was also presented at Developer_Direct 2025. The show gave us a glimpse into the development and history of the game, and a hands-on look at one of the most important aspects of the creation, the combat system. No exact date has been given for the game: it will arrive on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on Fall 2025. | [Source: YouTube]

We also got the gameplay scenes in a separate video and some screenshots: | [Source: Xbox, Xbox]

[2025-06-08]: The latest trailer for Ninja Gaiden 4 was unveiled at the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, and it features a "deeper look at Yakumo, a young ninja prodigy, and an array of new weapons at his disposal as he battles through hordes of enemies. From seamless weapon switching and obliteration techniques to the explosive return of Bloodbind Ninjutsu and Ninpo arts, the trailer teases a brutal, stylish evolution of the series. With a sneak peek at new characters like Seori, massive boss battles, the mysterious connection to the legendary Ryu Hayabusa, and a near-future Tokyo struggling in the grips of an overwhelming evil...". | [Source: YouTube, Xbox]

On the same occasion, Xbox Wire was interviewed by Yuji Nakao, Producer and Director of Ninja Gaiden 4. | [Source: Xbox]

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Video name	Date of publish (yyyy-mm-dd)	Video link
Announcement Trailer	2025-01-23	EN VERSION
Official Release Date Trailer (Xbox Games Showcase 2025)	2025-06-08	EN VERSION

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