Team Ninja Celebrates 30 Years!

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

Team Ninja, the Koei Tecmo subsidiary renowned for its action-packed titles like Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, has hinted at significant announcements for its 30th anniversary in 2025. Beyond these flagship franchises, the studio has also garnered success with soulslike RPGs, including the Nioh series and collaborations like Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. The recent release of Rise of the Ronin further showcases their diverse portfolio.

In a recent interview (via 4Gamer.net and Gematsu), Team Ninja's Fumihiko Yasuda hinted at upcoming releases, stating the studio aims to deliver titles "fitting for the occasion." While details remain scarce, speculation naturally centers on the possibility of new entries in the Dead or Alive or Ninja Gaiden franchises.

Team Ninja's 2025 Possibilities

The anticipation is further fueled by the already announced Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, a side-scrolling revival revealed at The Game Awards 2024. This new title promises a blend of classic 8-bit gameplay and modern enhancements, bridging the gap between the series' past and present.

Meanwhile, Dead or Alive fans eagerly await a new mainline entry, the last being 2019's Dead or Alive 6. Recent releases have been limited to spin-offs. Similarly, the popular Nioh series is another strong contender for a potential anniversary announcement. The coming year promises exciting developments from this celebrated studio as it marks its three decades of game development.