Developer Direct showcased more than just DOOM: The Dark Ages; the highly anticipated Ninja Gaiden 4 also stole the spotlight. Scheduled for an autumn 2025 release, the game promises a thrilling return to the action-packed slasher experience.

The reveal trailer highlighted Ryu Hayabusa's return as the protagonist, navigating a stunning cyberpunk cityscape perpetually drenched in toxic rain. New gameplay mechanics, such as rapid traversal using wires and rails, were showcased, adding a fresh dimension to the classic Ninja Gaiden formula. Players will confront waves of genetically modified soldiers and terrifying creatures from another realm, all while striving to break an ancient curse plaguing the megacity.

Adding to the excitement, a significant remaster of Ninja Gaiden 2, already available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S (including Game Pass), was also presented. Team Ninja's UE5 port boasts completely overhauled character models, visual effects, and environments, enhanced further by the inclusion of gameplay elements from later series installments, and the addition of three new playable characters.

Koei Tecmo's extensive efforts on both Ninja Gaiden 4 and the Ninja Gaiden 2 remaster deserve considerable praise and attention from the gaming community.