Ninja Gaiden 2 Black

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black reminds us of our younger years, essentially playing through a cheesy action movie with over-the-top violence, cool looking vistas, and a ridiculous story. In parts, it’s fun to play something you can just enjoy for what …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is one of the best experiences for fans of the hack-and-slash genre. However, it is certainly not the best version of Ninja Gaiden 2; there have been many versions of this game, and the original version …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black offers a comprehensive remake of Team Ninja&s;s finest game, rendered in beautiful modern visuals. Combat is as bombastically brilliant as it ever was, though the awful camera will put off many of those new to the …"

"Ninja Gaiden II Black is not only an excellent remaster, but it also sets the stage for the future of the series with Ninja Gaiden 4 on the horizon. The new features and improvements provide a glimmer of hope that …"

"Purists may lament that this isn&s;t a true update of the original Ninja Gaiden II, as Ninja Gaiden II Black uses the Sigma 2 port as its base, but what has been put together here is still an incredibly fulfilling …"

"An incredible video game seventeen years ago and an incredible video game now, Ninja Gaiden II Black is an immensely strong and timeless action game. All these years later its combat animation, diverse arsenal of weapons and setpieces are unmatched. …"

"Ninja Gaiden games have been successful because of their tough-but-fair difficulty and their intense frenetic battles, and these are the areas where Ninja Gaiden 2 Black excels. It may not be the definitive version, but this is still a great …"

"Despite these issues, Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is a pretty awesome game to play. I highly recommend playing this on a high-spec gaming PC and ultra-high settings. Playing this game will not only prepare gamers for the upcoming Ninja Gaiden …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is not perfect. It tries to make up for the dastardly mistakes made by the Sigma series, but it succeeds only partially and fails to replicate that perfect intensity that Tomonobu Itagaki managed to get right …"

"For fans of the series and newcomers alike, this remaster offers an improved version of Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, surpassing it in all ways that are important, even if it doesn&s;t fully capture the essence of the original Ninja Gaiden …"

"Even though this remaster/remake version of Ninja Gaiden 2, which bursts into the scene like a firecracker, isn&s;t the ultimate version and still carries its archaic flaws like a badge, it&s;s INCREDIBLY fun to play. This is the kind of …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black isn&s;t quite the definitive edition of Team NINJA&s;s second entry in the series, but it comes close. While Ryu Hayabusa no longer faces overwhelming hordes of enemies, the game&s;s intensity, deep combat mechanics, excellent enemy variety, …"

"Ryu Hayabusa returns with a good remaster operation, maintaining the intense and brutal combat system of Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2. The difficulty is more accessible and the new graphics made in Unreale Engine 5 are great, but there are still …"

"Even with the confusing cut content that hopefully gets added back in at a later date, Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is the perfect way for newcomers to get into the series with its most action-packed and visceral entry. Veterans are …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black reminds us why the franchise was formerly the gold standard for 3D action. It&s;s fast, furious, and a bloody good time. I can&s;t think of a better way to prepare for Ninja Gaiden 4."

"Ninja Gaiden II Black is an impressive remaster in terms of sheer visual fidelity, but the gameplay and design haven&s;t aged quite so gracefully. It&s;s an important relic of the past, but just that."

"Some might say that Ninja Gaiden 2 Black feels a bit pointless as a remaster, considering the existence of the (cheaper and still highly enjoyable) Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection. If you’re just a casual fan of the franchise, I’d argue …"

"They don&s;t make games like that anymore, and Ninja Gaiden 2 Black shows that this is a game with roots that go back almost 20 years. It&s;s overly bloody, overly provocative, but it suits the game. Just like the dynamic …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is a great remastering of a genuinely superb game, and will raise a smile in fans and new players alike."

"Almost two decades after its original release, Ninja Gaiden 2 returns in Black form. While the core gameplay loop of cinematic action remains as compelling as ever, the focus here is clearly on updated visuals. The $50 price tag, however, …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black delivers an addictive combat with a complete overhaul of visuals. an amazing game that brings out a lot of fun memories of the past. For any fans of hack &a; slash games, this is a must …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is a triumphant return for the legendary ninja Ryu Hayabusa, delivering an experience that seamlessly blends the franchise&s;s signature brutality with a stunning visual overhaul."

"If you&s;re looking for an elaborate plot, you won&s;t find it, but if you&s;re looking for intense action, violence and gore, impossible jumps and incredible feats, stick with this game, because you won&s;t go wrong."

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is a pleasant surprise for gamers who have been following the Tayabusa clan since the old Tecmo games of the 80-90s. A remastering at the height of the original title that offers about 13-15 hours of …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is the classic old school title. Born at a time when the market for action games was profoundly different. Difficult, forbidding, mechanically deep, and devoid of any simplification, with Ninja Gaiden 2 Itagaki had a clear …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black isn&s;t the most definitive version of the classic but it will remind you why it&s;s so well-regarded in the first place."

"Ryu Hayabusa is back at long last, having failed to cover himself in glory with the one-two of Ninja Gaiden 3 and Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z (although th..."

"Although there are some technical issues, Ninja Gaiden 2: Black manages to provide a very dynamic and fun experience. If you&s;ve never played other games in the series because you found them difficult, this one is for you."

"While the name may be slightly misleading, Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is a fantastic way to experience one of the best action games ever made."

"Ninja Gaiden Black 2 Remastered captures the spirit of the original, brimming with fast-paced action and challenging battles, blending it into a modern visual style thanks to Unreal Engine 5. It takes us back to the atmosphere of ninja revenge …"

"For many like me, seeing Ninja Gaiden emboss a game basically guarantees a purchase. Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is no exception. On top of its stapled blisteringly challenging combat, the entire game receives a visual level of polish that makes …"

"Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is a solid recreation of the original game, offering improved visuals and additional features. While it stays true to the challenge and feel of the original, some minor graphical issues and the high difficulty level may …"

"Fewer enemies with more health may mean Ninja Gaiden 2 Black isn&s;t quite the definitive version, but it&s;s a definite and gorgeous improvement over its Sigma 2 release, and still an excellent action game all around."

"Ninja Gaiden II Black takes an already solid entry into the series and gives it a modern and bloody coat of paint that signals the return of the legendary franchise."

"NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black is the perfect appetizer before the release of NINJA GAIDEN 4 and a fantastic New Year&s;s gift from Koei Tecmo to action game fans."