With From Software’s Ninja Blade slated for release in January, readers are skeptical of how the game will differentiate itself from similar counterparts such as the Ninja Gaiden series. Fear not as we have obtained vital information that is important to your understanding.

Story/Plot

Ninja Blade surrounds itself with the task of the player to defend Tokyo and ultimately humanity itself from a horrific, genetically mutating disease. Set in modern day Tokyo, Ken Ogawa and his team of highly skilled ninjas are set on a mission to eradicate an infected monster horde and counter its spreading disease as the survival of humanity looms in the hands of them. However, in expected fashion, things take a turn for the worse when Ken is left to fight the “good fight” alone while also trying to understand the reasons for his betrayal among his own ranks.

Features

Unique Ninja abilities

To help defeat the genetically mutated monsters, players will have the special abilities of “Ninja Vision” and “Todome” at their fingertips. Enabling “Ninja Vision” will allow players to detect and analyze potential enemy weak points, secret paths, and hidden information within the environment. Beware though, while using “Ninja Vision,” characters become susceptible to excess damage. “Todome” is a special attack that destroys an enemy character’s core (heart), by dealing a fatal wound. Balanced and calculated use of both these abilities will be critical to progressing through the game

Variety of weapons, tools and “Ninjutsu” – specialized Ninja powers – offer an enticing array of options.

Varied environments force players to think strategically about which set of weapons and tools will be most effective at conquering thier way through different levels. Everything from dual wielding swords, to grapple wire hooks, to grenades each have distinctive features and characteristics, so choose wisely! “Ninjutsu” is a special power that results in an explosive electrical force to either stun enemies or protect oneself from attack. Only true Ninja Masters

Interactive quick-time events.

Scattered throughout integral parts of the storyline, characters will come across various quick-time events where players will have the opportunity to directly interact with in-game cut-scenes. Quick reflexes will be rewarded as players interact with controller buttons as directed on screen during intense battles

Modern Realism.

“Ninja Blade” offers a fresh twist to the classic ninja saga by basing all 3D gaming maps directly from the actual skyscrapers and building tops in modern day Tokyo