NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

"The result is a near-perfect concoction that makes roleplaying a ninja not only something to be enjoyed in the moment, but also something not afraid to test these skills by offering up a decent challenge."

"A fun revival that opts for solid fundamentals over innovation."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound achieves something extraordinarily difficult: completely honoring a classic legacy while creating something that feels completely contemporary. The Game Kitchen has demonstrated that their experience with Blasphemous translates perfectly to established franchises, creating an experience that satisfies both …"

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is an adrenaline-pumping action platformer with killer pixel art and fast-paced gameplay. Levels are challenging -- especially in hard mode -- and bosses are not to be underestimated. Stages feel dynamic and always have something new to …"

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a near pitch-perfect interpretation of Ninja Gaiden&s;s long-dormant 2D roots. The Game Kitchen has taken its pedigree in the space and crafted a blisteringly satisfying side-scrolling action game that feels at home in any console generation."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a love letter to 2D action platform games, fusing arcade heritage with modern solutions and a kick-ass mise-en-scene. Short but dense, the game manages to impress with inspired design gimmicks, fiery direction and two protagonists perfectly …"

"Every time I sit back down in front of my Steam library, I find myself firing Ragebound up once again."

"The excellent momentum of the initial episodes is unfortunately lost in a repetitiveness caused by a lack of variation, while the few missions available leave the title&s;s longevity dependent on the individual player&s;s desire to obtain the highest ratings in …"

"It&s;s a must-have game in the Xbox catalog, a gem that proves that past and present can come together to provide a fresh and unique experience. It&s;s fast, lethal, and, without a doubt, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a firm and …"

"Furious combat and fiendish difficulty collide in this challenging yet satisfying revival."

"It’s easily one of the best games in the series, and Ninja Gaiden 4 (as well as Shinobi: Art of Vengeance) is going to have a hell of a challenge surpassing it."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound brings a stylish new entry to the classic franchise owned by Koei Tecmo."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a little uneven at times, particularly in the second half of the game, but it&s;s still an enjoyable side-scroller."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound does a great job in walking the tightrope of honoring the series’ legacy while modernizing its classic gameplay for modern audiences. Challenge is good overall and the addition of new moves helps keep the gameplay fresh while …"

"Ninja Garden: Ragebound is the perfect return to the franchise’s 2D roots. Each area, encounter, and boss fight is meticulously crafted to challenge players while letting them fully embrace the fantasy of being a ninja."

"When you get into the flow, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is ruthlessly satisfying."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is great. I don&s;t know how they got the controls so tight, but it&s;s magic. Bonus points for tying up a story for a game I still loathe to this day. And more Kumori please."

"At the start of Ninja Gaiden (1989), two men stood in a field under a full moon. This being a game on the Nintendo Entertainment System, with its bou..."

"Ninja Gaiden Ragebound is a fun, action-packed homage to the classic series that blends retro charm with a few modern twists. While it doesn’t reinvent the formula, it delivers a solid experience that longtime fans will appreciate and newcomers can …"

"Ragebound is a relentless and challenging revival that ably channels the spirit of early Ninja Gaiden games."

"A worthy successor to the classic NES trilogy."

"The Game Kitchen has outdone itself on the Ninja Gaiden series&s; glorious return to 2D with Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, a near-perfect action-platformer."

"The main story’s baseline difficulty is quite measured, but each stage offers optional challenges for you to complete—say, slay a certain number of spectral samurai, or avoid every pit of spikes along the way."

"Paying homage to the classics while simultaneously serving as a breath of fresh air, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound masterfully builds on the side-scrolling format of the older titles while adding its own twists."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound brings the series back to its roots with incredible style. The core gameplay feels fantastic, with satisfying, fast-paced combat and platforming that&s;ll put your skills to the test. With a wealth of challenges to meet and things …"

"For fans of Black, Sigma, or even the NES originals, this is the closest we’ve gotten to the true spirit of Ninja Gaiden in over a decade."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is the kind of game that makes you want improve. Chaining death with balletic grace feels so liberating that you don&s;t want to be interrupted in your flow. The way it implements all of its mechanics, along …"

"Ragebound is tough to complete and even harder to master, but it’s hardest to put down. It’s demanding with little frustration, engaging with few lulls, and ultimately, a reminder that while Ryu’s modern-day adventures can be great, there’s still Ki …"

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound looks and sounds incredible, and the fast but thoughtful combat is so satisfying it&s;s hard to put down."

"Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound features 18 main stages and eight secret ops, or challenge levels, with the game taking around 9-10 hours to complete."

"NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound is more than a tribute, it&s;s a modernized take built on a sharp understanding of the original. It retains the series&s; signature challenge and slick combat while introducing fresh elements like dual protagonists, offering a new experience …"