30 Years of Gaming: Team Ninja Unveils Anniversary Surprise

Team Ninja Celebrates 30 Years with Ambitious 2025 Plans

Team Ninja, the Koei Tecmo subsidiary famed for its action-packed franchises like Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, has hinted at significant releases planned for its 30th anniversary in 2025. Beyond these iconic series, the studio's recent successes include the critically acclaimed Nioh series and collaborations with Square Enix on titles such as Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. The 2024 release of Rise of the Ronin further solidified their reputation for high-quality action RPGs.

In a recent interview (via 4Gamer.net and Gematsu), Team Ninja's Fumihiko Yasuda teased upcoming projects, describing them as "titles fitting for the occasion." While details remain scarce, speculation centers on potential new entries in the Dead or Alive or Ninja Gaiden franchises. Yasuda's statement, "In 2025, Team Ninja will celebrate its 30th anniversary, and we hope to announce and release titles fitting for the occasion," has ignited considerable fan excitement.

Looking Ahead to 2025: Potential Releases

One confirmed title is Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, a side-scrolling entry announced at The Game Awards 2024. This new installment aims to recapture the classic 8-bit era's challenging gameplay while incorporating modern enhancements, bridging the gap between the original and 3D iterations. This follows the divisive 2014 release of Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z.

The future of the Dead or Alive franchise remains uncertain. The last mainline entry, Dead or Alive 6, launched in 2019, with subsequent releases limited to spin-offs. Many fans eagerly anticipate a new mainline entry to commemorate Team Ninja's anniversary. Similarly, the possibility of a new Nioh game is also a source of considerable fan anticipation. The coming year promises exciting announcements from Team Ninja as they mark this significant milestone.