Ninja Gaiden 4 – Only the Worthy Endure | Difficulty Trailer
A joint development by Team Ninja and PlatinumGames, the 2025 action game Ninja Gaiden 4 saw its multi-platform release on October 21, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S, courtesy of publisher Xbox Game Studios. https://www.buygames.ps
Now this – this is what I've been waiting for! The March 2025 TGS Ninja Gaiden 4 - Difficulty Overview Trailer shows the return of real action gaming—the spirit that demands skill, speed, and unwavering focus. I've played every Ninja Gaiden on the Master Ninja Difficulty, and sat atop the mission leaderboards for Ninja Gaiden Black and NG2, and this trailer feels like coming home.
Whenever Yakumo activates his Bloodraven Form, you know this is the old fire reignited, but with new precision. Each transformation and every form switch is a tactical decision. That's the heartbeat of this trailer and what makes it special.
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Then there's Ryu. Few things send chills down my spine more than watching him draw the Dragon Sword. His Gleam Mode is incredible—pure speed, pure intent. In the trailer, we see Ryu not only deflect energy waves but also attack with elemental precision, all while unleashing nostalgic techniques that have been elevated. You can see the Platinum Games influence—fluid transition, recovery animation, attack chaining, and everything else is seamless. It's the best of both worlds—Ninja Gaiden's raw intensity and Platinum's finesse.
The TGS 2025 Ninja Gaiden 4 trailer is a clear statement: The real action game has returned. No scripted takedowns. No automation. No filler. Pure design, raw skill, and the sublime beauty of mastery.
00:00Hi, this is Joe from Team Ninja, and today I'm excited to bring you a first look at some of
00:17the challenges and difficulty options that await you in Ninja Gaiden 4 when it releases October
00:2221st. This new mainline entry in the legendary Ninja Action franchise, developed by and in
00:28collaboration with Platinum Games, elevates Ninja Gaiden's signature high-octane combat to new heights
00:33with a wide array of new offensive and defensive techniques.
00:43Ninja Gaiden's distinct difficulty design, which introduces varied enemy placement and increasingly
00:49aggressive enemy AI across higher difficulty levels, stays true to Ninja Gaiden tradition.
00:54That being said, the path to becoming a Master Ninja is not a destination, but a journey, which is why we
01:00have introduced difficulty options and assists to help new players familiarize themselves with the
01:05way of the Ninja. One such difficulty option is Hero Mode, which will enable Auto Guard, Auto Dodge,
01:12and other useful assists, allowing you to acclimate yourself to the general flow of combat without the
01:17pressure of imminent annihilation. In Hero Mode, these assists can be toggled on and off at any time
01:23during the game. Hero Mode is a perfect mode for players who want to focus on the story of Yakumo's
01:29ascent to the ranks of Master Ninja, as he sets out to kill the Dark Dragon and clashes with the
01:34legendary Super Ninja Ryu Hayabusa. Rest assured that if you start your journey on Hero Mode, but midway
01:41start craving more bite in your combat, you will be able to change the difficulty to normal or hard at any
01:46time during the story, allowing you to curate your combat experience according to your progression as a player.
01:57Speaking of progression, Ninja Gaiden 4 introduces a standalone training mode, a series first, that can be accessed at any time from the menu.
02:05Here you can brush up on your attack strings, defensive maneuvers, and other combat skills, so you can effortlessly dish them out on the battlefield.
02:12Action game enthusiasts with aspirations of completing Master Ninja difficulty will have their skills pushed to their limits.
02:21Master Ninja cannot be switched to mid-game, and the badge of honor for completing this difficulty will be reserved for those who have truly honed their skills.
02:31On Master Ninja difficulty, enemies won't wait their turn, and if you hope to stand a chance, you'll have to dig deep into your toolset, maintain keen situational awareness,
02:40and react to enemies with deadly precision.
02:45Here's some Master Ninja gameplay to get a taste of what Ninja Gaiden 4 looks like at high-level play.
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04:09A seasoned veteran itching for the next milestone action game experience, or a newcomer looking
04:14to cut their teeth on some euphoric hack and slash action, Ninja Gaiden 4 will offer
04:18a rich and exhilarating experience for players of all skill levels.
04:22We hope you enjoyed this first look at Ninja Gaiden 4's difficulty settings.
04:25We'll see you on the battlefield when it releases October 21st.
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