Koei Tecmo and The Game Kitchen, the developer of Blaphemous, today announced Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, a title coming in summer 2025 that takes the series back to its origins as a 2D action game, with a new adventure designed for modern gamers and a new protagonist, Kenji Mozu.

Here are the official details on the game, followed by the announcement trailer and a set of images.

A new hero, Kenji Mozu, emerges in NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound. The story picks up in the village of Hayabusa after Ryu Hayabusa heads to America to avenge his father's death, as told in the NES version of NINJA GAIDEN. Suddenly, the veil between the human and demonic worlds has been torn, opening a gap in the darkness of Hayabusa Village. Kenji Mozu, a young ninja of the Hayabusa clan, throws himself into battle, determined to protect his village and its people from a demonic threat looming in this dark and dangerous age.

Featuring a mastery of the high-speed, challenging combat that the series is known for, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound's side-scrolling action is instantly welcoming to newcomers, while still offering a steep and rewarding sense of difficulty and an intricate technical depth that will test the blade of even a seasoned ninja. Brutally dash through an array of enemies and devilish demons, while avoiding fiery traps, spike pits, chasms and more.

The high-altitude mission of the young ninja Kenji Mozu develops with spectacular fights against powerful giants of the caliber of a boss. With upgradeable abilities, hidden collectibles, optional mission objectives, and more, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound is a gripping modernization of fast-paced, tense battles and precise, challenging platformers for the series.

NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound features exquisite pixel art, evoking the classic title and bringing to life a lush field and menacing cast of enemies through stunning and beautifully intricate detail. The dynamic action, paired with a perfect soundtrack with input from special guest composers, promises players an unforgettable experience.