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gaming2 months ago

Ninja Gaiden 4: A High-Flying, Bloody Gaming Milestone

Ninja Gaiden 4 introduces a new protagonist, Yakumo, and offers over-the-top, chaotic ninja action with dynamic traversal and combat, making it a standout in the series and a great entry point for newcomers. The game features intense battles, stylish moves, and a straightforward structure, blending old-school design with modern flair, and is highly recommended for fans of action games.

technology2 months ago

Legendary Game Developer Tomonobu Itagaki Passes Away at 58

Tomonobu Itagaki, founder of Team Ninja and creator of Dead or Alive and Ninja Gaiden, has passed away at age 58, leaving a legacy of influential fighting games and industry impact. His final message expressed pride in his battles and regret for not delivering a new game to fans. The gaming community and Team Ninja have paid tribute, vowing to carry on his creative spirit.

gaming1 year ago

Venus Vacation PRISM: New Gameplay and 'The Owner's Job' Revealed

Koei Tecmo and Team NINJA have unveiled new details and gameplay footage for Venus Vacation PRISM: DEAD OR ALIVE Xtreme, highlighting the player's role as "owner" on a perpetual-summer island. Players can build relationships with various girls, influence story outcomes through choices, and capture special moments in photos to gain fans and unlock new outfits. The game is set for release on March 6, 2025, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, with multiple language options available for the Asian "Global Version."

gaming1 year ago

"Rise of the Ronin: New Features, Missions, and Ninja Gaiden Crossovers"

The latest update for Rise of the Ronin, version 1.05, introduces new missions, including the most challenging one yet, quality of life improvements, and significant changes to cat collecting. The update adds five new ally missions on Midnight difficulty, new set bonuses, training opponents, and glider appearances. Players can now manually reset Unruly Areas, sync completed missions, and equip different styles for the same weapon type. The update also includes numerous balance adjustments and bug fixes.

gaming1 year ago

Rise of the Ronin: Team Ninja Unveils Nioh and Ninja Gaiden Connections

Team Ninja has revealed that their upcoming PS5 exclusive, Rise of the Ronin, will feature connections to their previous games, Nioh and Ninja Gaiden. The game will include Ryu Hayabusa's iconic costume and techniques from Ninja Gaiden, and William Adams from Nioh will appear as a hidden boss. The studio aimed to integrate these elements to surprise and delight fans of their earlier titles.

gaming1 year ago

Uncovering Nioh's William in Rise of the Ronin: A Guide to Finding Him

The protagonist of Nioh, William Adams, makes a cameo appearance as the "Blue-Eyed Samurai" in Rise of the Ronin, offering players a sub-boss encounter and the chance to obtain the Nioh-ryu combat style. To find him, players must head to the Shiba Prefecture in Edo and engage in a battle reminiscent of Nioh's combat mechanics. Defeating him rewards players with Yasuke-themed armor and the Nioh-ryu combat style, which is effective against most enemy weapon types in Rise of the Ronin.

gaming1 year ago

"Team Ninja Aims to Surpass Rise of the Ronin's Achievements in Next Game"

The director of Rise of the Ronin, Fumihiko Yasuda, hopes that Team Ninja's next game will achieve things that the current title couldn't, as it was a big challenge for the studio to create their first open-world game. Despite the game's generally favorable reviews, it has been described as a fine open-world adventure that doesn't reach greatness and feels dated compared to other open-world games.

gaming1 year ago

"Mastering Rise of the Ronin: Essential Tips and Reviews"

Rise of the Ronin, Team Ninja's ambitious action-RPG set in 19th-century Japan, offers an open-world environment with various gameplay mechanics. Players should utilize the glider for efficient travel, recruit allies for bonuses, build relationships with characters for combat effectiveness, prioritize activities like finding cats and hunting fugitives, and take advantage of automatic settings. Additionally, players should always return to Veiled Edge Banners, avoid giving money to beggars, and make use of the different difficulty settings. Starting class choice is not crucial, as it can be adjusted later in the game.

gaming1 year ago

"Rise of the Ronin: Mastering Hard Mode and Post-Game Challenges"

Team Ninja's upcoming action game, Rise of the Ronin, will feature a challenging hard mode called Twilight, offering intense combat difficulty and post-game content for players to enjoy. The game will also include a variety of enemies, weapons, and combat styles, with customizable characters and three major cities to explore in a specific order. Rise of the Ronin is set to launch for PlayStation 5 on March 22, 2024, promising tough gameplay for both newcomers and veterans.

gaming1 year ago

"Rise of the Ronin: Mastering the Automatic Loot Disposal System"

PS5 exclusive Rise of the Ronin introduces an automatic loot disposal system to streamline gameplay, addressing the cumbersome loot systems typically found in Team Ninja games. The game also includes various time-saving features such as automatic horse climbing, travel, and fast traveling, as well as endless running with no stamina meters and an option to skip previously viewed cutscenes. The review embargo for Rise of the Ronin will soon lift, with gameplay videos and reviews expected to be available by March 21, ahead of its release on March 22.

gaming1 year ago

"Rise of the Ronin: A Potential Game of the Year Contender with Rhythm Combat"

Famitsu has given the upcoming PS5 game Rise of the Ronin a score of 37/40, with individual reviewers awarding it three 9/10 scores and a 10/10. This rating aligns with scores given to past Team Ninja games. The game's full PS5 review will be released on Thursday, with early impressions noting promise but questioning whether it is better than previous titles.

gaming1 year ago

"Rise of the Ronin: A Surprising Blend of Familiarity and Innovation"

Rise of the Ronin, an open-world samurai action game launching as a PlayStation 5 exclusive on March 22, draws inspiration from the obscure game Way of the Samurai. Set in 19th century Japan during the Bakumatsu period, the game allows players to shape Japan's future by forming bonds with historical figures. With similarities in combat mechanics and storytelling, Rise of the Ronin is considered a spiritual successor to Way of the Samurai, offering a satisfying and customizable gameplay experience.