Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Update Adds New Game Plus and More

Team Ninja's substantial update for Ninja Gaiden 2 Black (version 1.0.7.0) introduces highly anticipated features and significant improvements. Available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam & Microsoft Store), this patch delivers on previously promised fan feedback.

Key additions include New Game Plus, allowing players to restart with previously acquired weapons and Ninpo (reset to level 1), and a Photo Mode for capturing in-game moments. A quality-of-life enhancement lets players toggle the visibility of their projectile weapon via the Options > Game Settings menu.

Balance adjustments include enemy HP reductions in Chapters 8 and 11, increased enemy counts in Chapters 13 and 14, and a damage boost for some of Ayane's attacks. Numerous bug fixes address high-performance PC issues, game-breaking glitches in specific chapters, and crashes during extended play sessions.

Originally a surprise release during January's Xbox Developer Direct, Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, built with Unreal Engine 5, boasts enhanced visuals, new playable characters, and improved combat mechanics. IGN's 8/10 review praised its visual upgrade over Sigma 2, while noting some balance adjustments.

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Ver 1.0.7.0 Patch Notes:

New Content:

• New Game+: Start a new game on any cleared difficulty, retaining unlocked weapons and Ninpo (reset to level 1).
• Photo Mode: Capture screenshots with adjustable camera controls.
• Hide Projectile Weapon: Toggle the visibility of your projectile weapon.

Adjustments:

• Reduced enemy HP in Chapters 8 ("City of the Fallen Goddess") and 11 ("Night in the City of Water").
• Increased enemy numbers in Chapters 13 ("The Temple of Sacrifice") and 14 ("A Tempered Gravestone").
• Increased damage for some of Ayane's attacks.

Bug Fixes:

• Resolved control issues at high FPS (over 120) or under high computing loads.
• Fixed controller vibration inconsistencies related to computing load and FPS.
• Corrected out-of-bounds glitches in certain chapters.
• Addressed progression-blocking bugs in specific chapters.
• Fixed crashes occurring during prolonged gameplay.
• Various other minor bug fixes.