A new hero, Kenji Mozu, emerges in Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound. 

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound's story picks up in Hayabusa Village after Ryu Hayabusa heads to America to avenge his father's death, as told in the NES version of Ninja Gaiden. Suddenly, the veil between the human and demon worlds has torn, opening a doorway to darkness in Hayabusa Village. Kenji Mozu, a young ninja of the Hayabusa clan, throws himself into battle, determined to protect his village and its people from a looming demonic threat in this dark and dangerous era.

In this dark era, the destinies of Kenji and Kumori intersect as they overcome the generational grudges of their clans. In the face of peril, their only way to survive is to use the forbidden power that merges Kumori's spirit with Kenji's. Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound’s demon-slaying tale unfolds through the journey of two young Ninjas bound together by their shared fate of soul and skill. Their journey, filled with thrilling levels teeming with monsters, will require them to skillfully wield their fusion, "Ninja Fusion," to maximize the talents of both Ninjas.

Featuring a mastery of the high-speed, challenging combat the series is known for, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound’s sidescrolling action is immediately welcoming to newcomers - while offering a steep, rewarding sense of difficulty and intricate technical depth that will challenge the blade of even a seasoned ninja. Brutally slash through an array of fiendish foes and demons while avoiding deadly fiery traps, spike pits, chasms and more.

Publisher Dotemu and developer The Game Kitchen debuted 14 minutes of brand-new demon-slaying gameplay from Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, offering an in-depth look at key features players can expect when the game releases later this month.

Watch the full gameplay breakdown showcasing both playable ninjas new to the series, Kenji and Kumori, as they put aside their rival clan loyalties to unleash their razor-sharp abilities.

Follow Kumori and Kenji while they navigate a high-rise building under construction teeming with demons. As the ninjas ascend the skeletal tower, they’re relentlessly hunted by Rhyvashi, the level’s boss, who tries to thwart their progress with brutal area attacks. Players must master precision and timing to evade these attacks while simultaneously eliminating enemies.

After being chased by a bulldozer, the level culminates in an underground face-off with Rhyvashi, where Kumori and Kenji must skillfully plan attacks in between her onslaught of claw swipes, falling spikes, and electric orbs to continue to the next stage. 

In addition to the combat, this new footage highlights the game’s robust upgrade and shop systems. In the shop, players can acquire Talismans, passive abilities that support a more defensive playstyle, or Secret Arts, which serve as powerful weapons and active abilities for more aggressive combat strategies.

The full video includes developer commentary from The Game Kitchen, offering insights into the game’s level design, upgrade mechanics, collectible systems, and optional challenges awaiting players in the final release. Commentary is delivered by:

• David Jaumandreu, producer and director
• Miguel Murat, level designer
• Oriol Tartarin, game designer

Kenji and Kumori’s high-stakes quests develop with show-stopping fights against powerful, boss-caliber behemoths. With upgradable abilities, hidden collectibles, unlockable secret missions, optional challenges and more, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound is an engrossing modernization of the tense, satisfyingly swift battles and precise, skill-demanding platforming the series is known for.

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound features exquisite pixel art, evoking the classic title while bringing a lush field and menacing cast of enemies to life through striking, wonderfully intricate detail. The dynamic action, paired with a pitch-perfect soundtrack featuring contributions from special guest composers, promises players an unforgettable experience.

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is coming to PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on July 31, 2025.