Team Ninja Teases 30th Anniversary Plans

Team Ninja's 30th Anniversary: Big Plans on the Horizon

Team Ninja, the Koei Tecmo subsidiary renowned for franchises like Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, has hinted at significant projects to commemorate its 30th anniversary in 2025. While famous for its hack-and-slash action games, the studio has also expanded into the soulslike RPG genre with the successful 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 showcases their diverse portfolio.

According to Fumihiko Yasuda of Team Ninja (via 4Gamer.net and Gematsu), the studio aims to launch titles befitting this milestone anniversary. While specifics remain undisclosed, speculation centers on potential new entries in the Dead or Alive or Ninja Gaiden series. Yasuda stated, "In 2025, Team Ninja will celebrate its 30th anniversary, and we hope to announce and release titles fitting for the occasion."

Looking Ahead to 2025: Potential Releases

The anticipation is fueled by several factors:

• Ninja Gaiden's Return: Announced at The Game Awards 2024, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a side-scrolling entry blending classic 8-bit gameplay with modern enhancements. This marks a significant comeback for the franchise after the divisive Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z in 2014.

• Dead or Alive's Future: A new mainline entry in the Dead or Alive series hasn't been released since 2019's Dead or Alive 6. Fans eagerly await a new installment to celebrate the anniversary.

• Nioh's Potential: The success of the Nioh series has also sparked anticipation for a potential sequel or related project.

The coming year promises exciting developments from Team Ninja as they celebrate their 30th anniversary with what is sure to be a significant release or series of releases.