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Ninja Gaiden Black: The Ultimate Pure Action Game

by Andrew May 20,2025

With the exciting announcement of *Ninja Gaiden 4* at this week's Xbox Showcase and the recent addition of *Ninja Gaiden 2 Black* to Game Pass, IGN's action game expert Mitchell Saltzman takes a nostalgic journey back to *Ninja Gaiden Black*. Even two decades later, this game remains unrivaled in its genre. Saltzman explores why *Ninja Gaiden Black* continues to stand as a pinnacle of action gaming, unmatched by its successors and contemporaries alike. Its challenging gameplay, intricate combat system, and timeless design have cemented its status as a classic that has yet to be surpassed.

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