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Ninja Gaiden 4 Wins Praise for Razor-Sharp Combat as Reviews Note Weak Story and Levels

Early reviews highlight polished combat, with thin storytelling plus uneven level design drawing criticism.

Overview

  • Critics single out the fast, gore-heavy swordplay as the standout, buoyed by dismemberment mechanics and the new Bloodraven Form.
  • The late-game difficulty ramps hard, making weapon and skill progression crucial for tougher boss encounters.
  • Empire cites a roughly 15-hour campaign that stays engaging due to evolving abilities and layered combat systems.
  • GadgetMatch reports exploration-focused stages with hidden chests and optional Purgatory trials that test combat mastery.
  • Push Square notes a generally positive reception from players and reviewers, awarding the PS5 version a 7/10, with praise for combat and knocks on story and level design.