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Ninja Gaiden 4 Release Time, Editions, and Review Embargo Explained

Ninja Gaiden 4 is officially launching on October 21, 2025, marking the long‑awaited return of one of gaming’s most challenging action franchises.


Developed by Team Ninja in collaboration with PlatinumGames, the title brings back the legendary Ryu Hayabusa while introducing a new protagonist, Yakumo of the Raven Clan. Together, they’ll carve their way through a cyberpunk‑infused Tokyo under eternal night, where demons and futuristic chaos collide with traditional ninja brutality.


Everything you need to know about Ninja Gaiden 4: release date, global unlock times, editions, Game Pass, and review embargo.
Ninja Gaiden 4 release guide: launch times worldwide, editions and pricing, pre‑order bonuses, and review embargo explained.

Launch Date and Global Unlock Times

The game arrives on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Microsoft Store), with day‑one availability on Xbox Game Pass. According to the PlayStation Store listing, here’s when you can start playing:

  • Los Angeles (PDT): 5:00 PM – Oct 20

  • New York (EDT): 8:00 PM – Oct 20

  • London (BST): 1:00 AM – Oct 21

  • Paris / Berlin (CEST): 2:00 AM – Oct 21

  • Moscow (MSK): 3:00 AM – Oct 21

  • New Delhi (IST): 5:30 AM – Oct 21

  • Singapore (SGT): 8:00 AM – Oct 21

  • Tokyo (JST): 9:00 AM – Oct 21

  • Sydney (AEDT): 11:00 AM – Oct 21


Editions and Pricing

Two editions are available at launch:

  • Standard Edition – $69.99

    • Base game

    • Pre‑order bonus: Dark Dragon Descendant Yakumo skin

  • Deluxe Edition – $89.99

    • Everything in Standard

    • Extra skins for Ryu and Yakumo (including Legendary Black Falcon and Raven Master)

    • Weapon skins such as the Blade of the Archfiend

    • Future DLC (The Two Masters) included

    • 50,000 Bonus NinjaCoins + consumable items (Life Elixirs, Incense of Rebirth, Kongou Iron Brew, etc.)


Already bought the Standard Edition? You can upgrade to Deluxe for $20. More details are HERE.


Early Access and Review Embargo

Unlike many modern releases, Ninja Gaiden 4 does not include early access. No matter which edition you purchase, you’ll be diving in at the same time as everyone else on October 21.


As for reviews, the embargo lifts on October 20, 2025 — just one day before launch. That means you’ll be able to read critics’ impressions right before deciding whether to jump in.

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