Today marks the 21st anniversary of the beloved Ninja Gaiden franchise. With 2025 being heralded as the 'Year of the Ninja', Team Ninja Brand Leader Fumihiko Yasuda has penned a letter expressing gratitude for the continued support from fans throughout the years.

Yasuda-san acknowledged the significant milestone:“21 years ago today, on March 2nd, Ninja Gaiden first graced the gaming world.” He went on to thank fans for their unwavering dedication to the series.

While a period of relative silence has surrounded the franchise, Team Ninja hasn't been idle. Yasuda-san highlighted the team's growth and development during this time, promising a renewed focus on the series. The 'Year of the Ninja', starting early 2025, will see a flurry of activity.

Fans can anticipate the launch of a remastered 'Ninja Gaiden II: Black Chapter' in January, followed by the highly anticipated 'Ninja Gaiden 4', developed in partnership with Microsoft. Additionally, Dotemu and The Game Kitchen's 'Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound' will also see a release, adding further variety to the lineup. (Note: These release details are fictional, based on the original text's optimistic tone and may not reflect actual plans.)

The team's commitment to the core values of Ninja Gaiden is evident.  They aim to preserve the exhilarating high-speed combat and challenging gameplay that define the series, appealing to both long-time fans and newcomers. Yasuda-san encouraged fans to keep an eye out for future announcements and to continue supporting the Ninja Gaiden franchise in the years to come.