So, here’s the thing. I dive into “NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound” — this game, right? It’s like pixel art meets epic ninja battles. Sounds cliché? Maybe. But hey, sometimes that’s what you’re in the mood for.
Ryu Hayabusa heads to the States ’cause, you know, dad’s will and all. But whoosh, worlds collide, demons spill over — total chaos — and who’s left holding the sword? Kenji Mozu. Naturally, he teams up with a bunch of sketchy folks, the Black Spider Clan. Why? Just ’cause. And boom, in comes Kumori the assassin. Feels like a soap opera with swords — love it!
There’s this memory, me sitting in front of an old NES, playing the original NINJA GAIDEN, and suddenly, I’m that kid again. (Or maybe it’s all nostalgia messing with my head.)
Now, let’s get into the controls — left stick or D-Pad to move, X to jump, Square to slice and dice — classic stuff. And there’s this move, a guillotine boost or something, press L1 mid-air and get a height boost. I got distracted the first time, missed the jump, and oops! No biggie.
Every level has these weird unique challenges. Like, “Can you climb a ceiling without face-planting into spikes?” Sometimes I try, sometimes I don’t. But collecting Dragon Talismans? It’s like Pokémon but for ninjas. Want your health back? There’s a talisman for that. The Traveler’s Blessing is my jam. Heals you at checkpoints. Sign me up!
Why not talk trophies? A list longer than my grocery bill. Get everything from completing the game to an insane “defeat all bosses” challenge. Yeah, you might need a second life. But hey, there’s this rush when a Platinum trophy finally pops on screen. Unreal.
Oh, one more thing. Accessibilities. There’s this setting, Assist Mode. It’s like a chill button. Slow down the game or reduce damage. You still feel like a ninja, just maybe a bit more… forgiving?
Anyway, game’s launching tomorrow. Cross-buy deal for PS4 and PS5 — nice, huh? You’ll nab both versions for $24.99. I mean, who doesn’t love a bargain?
Alright, that’s about it. Dive in, slash some demons, feel like a boss. Or just wander around, taking in the pixel art and wondering why you didn’t major in game design…
