Team Ninja's 30th Anniversary: Big Plans on the Horizon
Team Ninja, the Koei Tecmo subsidiary famed for its action-packed franchises like Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, has hinted at significant projects marking its 30th anniversary in 2025. Beyond these iconic titles, the studio's portfolio boasts successful soulslike RPGs, including the Nioh series and collaborations with Square Enix (Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty). The recent release of Rise of the Ronin further solidified their expertise in action RPGs.
According to 4Gamer.net (via Gematsu), Team Ninja's Fumihiko Yasuda hinted at upcoming releases "fitting for the occasion." While details remain scarce, speculation centers around potential new entries in the Dead or Alive or Ninja Gaiden series. Yasuda's statement confirmed a desire to launch anniversary-worthy titles in 2025.
Team Ninja's 2025 Possibilities:
The already announced Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, a side-scrolling title blending classic 8-bit gameplay with modern elements, will undoubtedly be a significant part of the celebration. This marks a return to the franchise after 2014's Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z.
The future of the Dead or Alive franchise remains uncertain. Since Dead or Alive 6 in 2019, only spin-offs have been released. Fans eagerly anticipate a new mainline entry to commemorate the anniversary. Similarly, the possibility of a new Nioh title is also a source of considerable fan excitement.
The upcoming year promises exciting developments from Team Ninja, as they prepare to celebrate their 30th anniversary with what they hope will be memorable new releases.
