Team Ninja has recently rolled out a substantial update for Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, now at version 1.0.7.0. This update introduces exciting new features such as New Game Plus, Photo Mode, and more, fulfilling promises made in response to fan feedback earlier this year. The patch is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, as well as PC through Steam and the Microsoft Store.

New Game Plus allows players to start a new game on any previously cleared difficulty level, bringing along their weapons and Ninpo from the previous run. However, these items will revert to Level 1, ensuring a fresh challenge without immediately jumping into higher difficulties.

A new quality-of-life feature lets players hide the projectile weapon carried on their back. This can be toggled on or off in the Game Settings under the Options menu, offering a cleaner aesthetic for those who prefer it.

On the balance front, Team Ninja has made several adjustments. The Hit Points of enemies in Chapter 8 and Chapter 11 have been reduced, while the number of enemies in Chapter 13 and Chapter 14 has been increased. Additionally, the damage dealt by certain attacks of the character Ayane has been boosted.

The update also includes a series of bug fixes aimed at improving the overall gaming experience. These fixes address issues encountered on high-performance PCs, game-breaking bugs in specific chapters, and other minor glitches. The complete patch notes are detailed below.

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black was unexpectedly unveiled during the January Xbox Developer Direct. This updated rendition of the classic action game, powered by Unreal Engine 5, not only enhances visual fidelity but also introduces new playable characters and improves battle support features.

In our 8/10 review of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, IGN praised the game, stating: "Fewer enemies with more health may mean Ninja Gaiden 2 Black isn't quite the definitive version, but it's a definite and gorgeous improvement over its Sigma 2 release, and still an excellent action game all around."

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Ver 1.0.7.0 Patch Notes

Additional Content:

• New Game+: Start a new game on a previously cleared difficulty with your weapons and Ninpo from your last playthrough, though they will revert to Level 1.
• Photo Mode: Accessible from the in-game Options Menu, allowing you to adjust the camera within set limits for capturing screenshots.
• Ability to Hide Projectile Weapon: Toggle the "Show Projectile Weapon" option under "Game Settings" in the Options Menu to hide your projectile weapon when carried on your back.

Adjustments:

• Lowered the HP of enemies in Chapter 8, "City of the Fallen Goddess."
• Lowered the HP of enemies in Chapter 11, "Night in the City of Water."
• Increased the number of enemies in Chapter 13, "The Temple of Sacrifice."
• Increased the number of enemies in Chapter 14, "A Tempered Gravestone."
• Enhanced the damage dealt by some of Ayane's attacks.

Bug Fixes:

• Addressed control issues at over 120 FPS or under high computing load.
• Fixed controller vibration issues related to computing load or FPS settings.
• Resolved bugs causing players to go out of bounds in certain chapters.
• Fixed bugs that blocked progression in specific chapters.
• Corrected a crash issue during extended play sessions.
• Implemented other minor bug fixes.