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Ninja Gaiden 2 Black isn’t the definitive way to play the classic, what with the missing content, Sigma 2 changes, and whatnot (and that matters because its $50 price tag is still significant). However, this is the best way to experience Team Ninja’s classic on modern platforms.
Its gorgeous fidelity is matched by some of the best hack-and-slash combat ever, even after all these years, and it’ll keep you coming back, eager to master its depth.
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Never played the original so this will be a nice buy
I wonder how this guy completed this game in 4 hr https://youtu.be/8LJ3rUWBgvA
One of the very few flaws is that if I remember correctly the original had some sort of whirlwind effects during underworld drop which made it one of the best moves in gaming. This effects are removed from the black.
The thing that gets me is the speed and flow of the combat from 2008 its just a texture patch basically.
I mean, if the changes in Sigma and the remake are an issue, you totally can just play the original through a 360 emulator (specifically Xenia Canary), it's obviously not as ideal as a port of the original as Xenia is still an ongoing WIP, but it's playable minus some visual glitches here and there and that technically counts as a way to run it on PC.
Haven't tried it myself though to be clear, Xenia is just a tad bit spicy for my rig so I'm going off of what I've read about the game's current compatibility, though I'll probably give it a shot at some point as I'm playing through the Ninja Gaiden series atm.
I have never played a Ninja Gaiden before this one
It was so awesome and fun, waiting for Ninja Gaiden 4 now
Czadersko❤
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I've never played any of the originals, so I'm going into it with no bias towards the og version
$50 for a digital game. Most players did it to themselves. Stop purchasing digital video games. It's going to get worse.
The fact he did this interview with the gore off is diabolical
It is 1000 percent the definitive version. You'd never play the original if you had this. Definitive doesnt mean its literally flawless.
Is it available on Ps4?
I'm honestly bouta just go buy a 360 and get og ninja gaiden 2. After playing sigma 2 and ng3 I'm kinda done wishing for that old ninja magic. Ninja gaiden 2 was a Cadillac and this game is a tesla. Cool, just not for me. Windmill shuriken here i come baby!
I’ve never played a single game in this franchise, so I decided to give it a shot on Game Pass. It definitely feels like a classic Xbox 360 game, albeit with better lighting, which is an improvement. The clunky controls, annoying camera angles, excessive gore, ridiculous plot, and cutscenes are all part of the package. I appreciate how the game shifts settings in every chapter—from New York to Japan, caverns, castles, and even Venice, Italy. The combat is satisfying when you get into a good rhythm, and the finishing animations are punchy and impactful.
The soundtrack is outstanding, and you get to play as different characters throughout the campaign.
That said, the platforming sections are lacking, and the bosses are merely average. The tag team mode is decent but doesn't stand out.
Overall, this game offers a fun experience for both veterans and newcomers, but be ready to face some tough challenges. I don’t regret playing it; however, it’s simply not my favorite genre.
Whoever played to make this video is atrocious and has no skills at all.
Dolby Atmos on Series x causes issues with audio from cutscenes
I beat the og ninja gaiden black on the og xbox on ninja master game was a 8/10. Hopefully they brought in arena boss mission modes
Ninja gaiden 2 is still on xbox and runs at 60 frames now. Just as a heads up
I can't believe they didn't fix the camera in this version. The game's already hard as hell but it seems like they designed the camera to purposely keep you out of view during tough fights so the ai can kill you off screen. It sucks. I hope NG4 is better.
It's Sigma 2 enhanced. If you know what you're getting into, it's all good. If you listen to what they tell you, it's a hustle.
this game is 💩, awful camera mechanics, terrible movement system, most of the map is blocked by invisible walls, you can’t lock onto enemies, everything is a damage sponge compared to the original, a few of the cooler features were taken out, the parkour is hella glitchy, this game is not good.
I cant get past the part where you play as the female character fighting the 2 bosses at once. Its crazy
Question can you play this without playing any of the other ones? Or it would it be more worthwhile to get the collection and potentially still play this?
A win for game pass this!! downloading it now. Thanks Microsoft!
Far as I think that Ninja Gaiden 2 black could've been better to be fair, added Content and changes from Sigma 2, Gore, and gameplay Difficulity from Original Ninja Gaiden 2 from Xbox 360.
Hi how hard is the game? Is they easy mode lol also how long is the game please
Its just Sigma 2 Black. I beat it and while the statue bosses have been axed, the rest of the story is exactly like Sigma 2; girl chapters, Less enemies, only a bow and cannon with no UT charge(which makes them incredibly boring) and ammo management, no explosive kunai, no need to find keys to open doors etc. Nerfed water dragon boss that can't be fought on water, Marbus instead of double armadillo and life of the gods can't be stored. And its way too easy on Acolyte. You will have a hard time dying.
Its a good game, better than Sigma 2 was, but they lied. Its not based on the original at all. The code is 100% Sigma, with added gore and an slightly improved enemy count and the classic upgrade system is luckily brought back (but you will find you won't have enough points due to the decreased enemies, even though they lowered level 3 to 20k). If you have an Xbox, get the original. Otherwise its still a fine purchase.
HDR is kinda busted. Some unreal stuttrr struggle on pc
IS THIS GUY PLAYING WITH MOUSE AND KEYS???
How can this not be considered a remake over a “ remaster” ?
This games trending on ps store, never heard of the series so here I am😅
I'd give it a 9.5
It's the camera like that while playing? It's making me ill watching it
Did you turn off the blood? Cuz I know I saw blood in the 4th game trailer
noooooo Unreal Engine 5 🙁
Does the camera movement always look like that outside of combat?
How do you powerup the spell? I could never do it in the ps3.
Sounds like you like the game. A month from now I better not see a “Ninja Gaiden 2 Black: WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED?”
I hope NG 4 doesn’t have the camera issues
It's Sigma 2 Black
The camera movement is giving me a headache. I could never play this game.
These clowns turned off gore for the review, why?
this review gave me motion sickness for the first time in my life
Seems you would let everyone know you have gore turned off for your review first thing so they know the game looks a lot better than your video shows
I thought I'd never attempt and complete Master Ninja difficulty again.. and yet here we are. This remaster looks phenomenal.
Talks about the gore being back while also having it turned off. Smh
I hate to say it I've never tried a ninja gaiden game before this has beautiful graphics, gore quick paced gameplay to keep you focused i may buy it this week.
Stop taking the gore out
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