Team Ninja Teases 30th Anniversary Plans

Team Ninja's 30th Anniversary: Big Plans on the Horizon

Team Ninja, the Koei Tecmo subsidiary renowned for its action-packed franchises like Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, has hinted at significant projects to commemorate its 30th anniversary in 2025. Beyond these iconic series, the studio has also achieved success with soulslike RPGs such as the Nioh series and collaborations with Square Enix (Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty). The recent release of Rise of the Ronin further solidified their diverse portfolio.

According to Fumihiko Yasuda of Team Ninja, speaking to 4Gamer.net (as reported by Gematsu), the studio aims to unveil and launch titles befitting this momentous occasion. While specifics remain undisclosed, anticipation is high for potential new installments in the Dead or Alive or Ninja Gaiden franchises.

Potential 2025 Releases:

The year already holds one exciting prospect: the announcement of Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound at The Game Awards 2024. This side-scrolling title promises a return to the classic 8-bit era gameplay, infused with modern enhancements, bridging the gap between the series' retro roots and its 3D iterations. This follows the divisive 2014 release, Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z.

Meanwhile, fans eagerly await news regarding the Dead or Alive franchise, which hasn't seen a mainline entry since 2019's Dead or Alive 6. The recent focus on spin-offs leaves room for a potential major anniversary release. Similarly, the Nioh series also holds a place in fans' hopes for a celebratory announcement. The upcoming year promises exciting developments from this celebrated studio.