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Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound launch trailer – action platformer from Blapshemous dev lands on Nintendo Switch

Posted on August 1, 2025 by (@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos

The Ninja Gaiden series has expanded with the 2D action platformer Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, and we have a launch trailer for the Nintendo Siwtch game. The title is made by The Game Kitchen, the studio behind Blasphemous.

Find everything you need to know in the following overview:

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound continues the saga of the original NES Ninja Gaiden. The veil between the human and demon realms has broken, leaving the world linked with a gate to darkness. Since Ryu Hayabusa leaves the Hayabusa Village to avenge his father, Kenji Mozu, a fledgling Hayabusa Clan Ninja central to Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound must rise to slay the forces of evil.

Key Features

  • A Story of Entwined Fates: Join Kenji and his unlikely ally Kumori, a fierce kunoichi from the rival Black Spider Clan, as they overcome generational grudges and unite their unique powers to survive the battles ahead
  • Monstrously Epic Boss Battles: Face off against formidable, boss-caliber behemoths that push your skills and strategy to the limit
  • Revitalized Classic Gameplay: Slash into tense, fast-paced combat paired with the skill-demanding platforming the Ninja Gaiden series is legendary for, with modern enhancements bolstering exciting, rewarding action
  • A Challenge Fit for a Ninja: Unlock and upgrade powerful abilities while exploring hidden collectibles, secret missions, and optional challenges that test your ninja prowess
  • Stunning 2D Pixel Art: Exquisite pixel art evokes the classic 2D games while bringing lush environments and a menacing cast of enemies to life in intricate detail
  • A Star-Studded Soundtrack: Immerse yourself in a dynamic score featuring guest composers Keiji Yamagishi, Ryuichi Niita, and Kaori Nakabai—the original creators of the NES trilogy’s soundtrack—led by Sergio de Prado, known for his acclaimed work on Blasphemous

View the Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound launch trailer below.

Launch Trailer

The game is live digitally with a physical release to follow. We have details about the boxed release here.

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