Ninja Gaiden 4 PS5 Physical Copy Leaks Early — Fans Hype Intense Combat

A week ahead of its official release, Ninja Gaiden 4 has already made waves in the gaming community. The upcoming action title, set to launch on October 21, 2025, was reportedly delivered early to at least one player, who took to Reddit to share strong praise for its gameplay.

Early Copy Arrives Before Launch

Although the PS5 version of Ninja Gaiden 4 hasn't officially launched yet, a user on Reddit claims to have received a physical copy ahead of time. In the post, the player raved about the experience, especially highlighting the combat:

“I got my hands on an early version of Ninja Gaiden 4, and I can tell you this game is amazing—the combat is incredibly satisfying! When I first saw footage and trailers, I was skeptical, given the setting, but the fights overdeliver. I don’t care much about the rest of the design because I want to jump from battle to battle. It’s really fun. If you’re a Ninja Gaiden fan like me, you’ll love the new protagonist. For anyone thinking of skipping this game—give it a shot. You’ll be surprised by how great the combat feels.”

The poster also shared photos of the disc version, adding credibility to the claim.

Boss Fights, Strategy & Polish

In follow-ups, players asked how Ninja Gaiden 4 handles boss battles. The early copy owner responded:

“Boss fights are superb. They demand skill, strategy, and clean execution.”

That feedback aligns with prior reports that the dev team has invested heavily in refining boss encounters during development.

Community Buzz & Nostalgia

Some thread replies noted the excitement around a “pure action” game in 2025, calling its return refreshing. Others expressed anticipation for how the game will balance nostalgia with modern mechanics—as longtime fans and new players watch closely.

Game Details & Context

Ninja Gaiden 4 is being developed by Team Ninja, PlatinumGames, and published by Xbox Game Studios. It marks the franchise’s first mainline installment in 13 years, and continues the storyline from Ninja Gaiden 3. A new protagonist named Yakumo leads the charge, though series mainstay Ryu Hayabusa is expected to play a role. 

While this leak is not officially confirmed, it adds fuel to the anticipation as players await the release on October 21. Whether the early impressions hold up for broader audiences—or whether this leak affects launch sentiment—remains to be seen.