I wasn't expecting much from Thursday's Xbox Direct, but then isn't that always the way: It turned out to be the most laser-targeted assault on my gaming desires in years. What Microsoft is calling "The Year of the Ninja" saw the announcement of Ninja Gaiden 4,

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is available now, offering up a stunning Unreal 5 character action game. Here's how it holds up to Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 and the original.

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is brutally challenging, but these beginner tips will teach you blocking, resource management, and combat strategies to survive!