NINJA GAIDEN 4 is a 2025 action-adventure hack-and-slash game co-developed by PlatinumGames and Team NINJA, and published by Xbox Game Studios. It marks the return of the series with a new protagonist, Yakumo, while also featuring Ryu Hayabusa in a major role. Set in a dark, futuristic Tokyo, the game focuses on fast, punishing combat, stylish weapon-based action, and brutal encounters that continue the franchise’s reputation for speed, precision, and high difficulty.