Ninja Gaiden 4: 11 Essential Combat Tips for New Ninjas

Ninja Gaiden 4 puts a fresh face in the spotlight: you’ll be playing a lot of the game as Bloodraven ninja Yakumo, not the dragon clan legend Ryu Hayabusa. This game is intended to be a jumping-on point for new players, and if you’re one of them, then you’re going to need these 11 essential combat tips. And if you’re a veteran, it’s always good to get back to basics.

0:00 – Intro
0:29 – For the Love of God, Block!
1:18 – Cancel Combos with Shurikens
1:44 – Purchase & Practice New Skills
2:44 – Drop It Like It’s Hot
3:41 – Upgrade Your Ultimates
4:24 – Save Your Blood Essence Orbs
4:55 – Don’t Stop Moving
5:38 – Don’t Button Mash!
6:13 – Break Guards with Bloodraven Form
6:56 – Use Your Items
7:36 – Pause for Purgatory