Polygon.com / 31.07.25

I have nothing negative to say about Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, other than that it ends too soon

Tecmos Ninja Gaiden games are infamous for their difficulty, from the NES era trilogy of punishing side-scrolling action platformers to the modern Team Ninja games. The latest entry in that franchise, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, doesnt strive to be that hard; instead, it focuses on offering a compelling set of combat tools, tight platforming and action, and a strong case for the Ninja Gaiden series to continue in 2D. Its a perfect entry point for new fans of Ninja Gaiden and a must-play for fans of 2D platforming action. Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound stars Kenji Mozu, an apprentice of series star Ryu Hayabusa and a member of the Hayabusa village ninja clan. While Ryu is off adventuring in America, Kenjis village is attacked by demons with designs on world domination by bringing their demon lord to power over humanity.  Kenji is a capable ninja on his own; he can dispatch most enemies with a slash of his katana, and overcome dangers and reach great heights using a somersault move called the Gui...
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