Team Ninja has rolled out a substantial update for Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, elevating the game to version 1.0.7.0. This patch introduces exciting new features such as New Game Plus, Photo Mode, and various enhancements, responding directly to fan feedback from January. The update is now accessible across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC platforms via Steam and the Microsoft Store.
With the New Game Plus feature, players can embark on a new adventure at any previously conquered difficulty level, retaining their acquired weapons and Ninpo, albeit reverted to Level 1. This mode ensures that players can't skip directly to higher difficulties but allows for a fresh challenge with familiar tools.
A significant quality-of-life update includes the option to conceal the projectile weapon on the player's back. By navigating to the Options menu and selecting Game Settings, players can toggle the "Show Projectile Weapon" feature on or off, tailoring their visual experience.
In terms of gameplay balance, Team Ninja has adjusted enemy Hit Points, lowering them in Chapter 8, "City of the Fallen Goddess," and Chapter 11, "Night in the City of Water." Conversely, they've increased enemy numbers in Chapter 13, "The Temple of Sacrifice," and Chapter 14, "A Tempered Gravestone," and enhanced the damage output of some of Ayane's attacks.
The patch also includes a series of bug fixes, addressing issues on high-performance PCs, game-breaking bugs in specific chapters, and controller vibration problems, among others. For a detailed breakdown, the full patch notes are available below.
Ninja Gaiden Black 2 made a surprise appearance during the January Xbox Developer Direct. This enhanced edition, built on Unreal Engine 5, not only improves graphical fidelity but also introduces new playable characters and enhances battle mechanics.
In our 8/10 review, IGN praised Ninja Gaiden 2 Black as a "definite and gorgeous improvement over its Sigma 2 release," despite some reservations about enemy numbers and health. It remains a top-notch action game that fans of the series will thoroughly enjoy.
Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Ver 1.0.7.0 Patch Notes
Additional Content:
- New Game+: Start a new game at a previously cleared difficulty with your weapons and Ninpo unlocked but reverted to level 1.
- Photo Mode: Access Photo Mode from the in-game Options Menu to capture screenshots with adjustable camera angles within set limits.
- Ability to Hide Projectile Weapon: Toggle the "Show Projectile Weapon" option in "Game Settings" under the Options Menu to hide your projectile weapon when carried on your back.
Adjustments:
- Lowered the HP of enemies in Ch. 8, "City of the Fallen Goddess."
- Lowered the HP of enemies in Ch. 11, "Night in the City of Water."
- Raised the number of enemies in Ch. 13, "The Temple of Sacrifice."
- Raised the number of enemies in Ch. 14, "A Tempered Gravestone."
- Increased damage dealt by some of Ayane's attacks.
Bug Fixes:
- Addressed control issues at over 120 FPS or under high computing load.
- Fixed controller vibration issues related to computing load or FPS settings.
- Resolved out-of-bounds bugs during certain chapters.
- Corrected bugs that halted progress in specific chapters.
- Fixed game crashes during prolonged play sessions.
- Implemented other minor bug fixes.
