Idea Factory released the Switch version of Neptunia x Senran Kagura: Ninja Wars today, April 19th, in the west! The PC (Steam) version follows up with a release on May 11th. To celebrate the release, producers Naoko Mizuno and Makoto Kitano shared insight into the crossover game in a new interview.
Read up on more details and check out the ‘Producer Interview’ video below:
Idea Factory International today launched the crossover action RPG Neptunia™ x SENRAN KAGURA: Ninja Wars for Nintendo Switch™, with the PC via Steam® version set for release on May 11, 2022. The game is available now on Nintendo’s eShop and the Limited Edition version is available on the IFI Online Store, and the title can be added to gamers’ wishlist via Steam. During the launch week from today until April 26, the game’s price will be discounted by 20% on the eShop. The Limited Edition features The Art of Ninjutsu Hardcover Art Book, an Ukiyo-e Wall Scroll, the official soundtrack, an exclusive trading card, and a steel game case.
To celebrate the Nintendo Switch launch, and to let Switch ninjas delve deeper into the game’s crossover development, the Idea Factory team has released a new Producer Interview video featuring insights directly from Neptunia™ series producer Naoko Mizuno and co-producer of Neptunia x SENRAN KAGURA: Ninja Wars Makoto Kitano.
JRPG classics Neptunia and SENRAN KAGURA join forces in this single-player hack n’ slash RPG where two camps of martial arts disciplines, the Compa and the Honeypa, fight for supremacy in a ruthless competition. Originally released on PlayStation 4 in 2021, Neptunia x SENRAN KAGURA: Ninja Wars launches on Nintendo Switch and Steam with an all-new difficulty setting and free Alternate Costume DLC.
Neptunia x SENRAN KAGURA: Ninja Wars Key Features:
When 2 Become 1 – The two warring nations from the Neptunia and SENRAN KAGURA series have now joined forces in one action-packed RPG! Choose from 10 possible characters, including two new characters: Yuuki and Goh, and pick two characters to set forth on your adventure. Both the Steam and Nintendo Switch versions now add a new difficulty setting option, as well as the Alternate Costume DLC!
The Art of the Ninja – Each character possesses a unique set of skills, known as Ninja Art Skills. Chain your Ninja Art Skills to leave your enemies in the dust. Ninjas and shinobi are also equipped with projectiles that can inflict physical damage or temporary status ailments to slow down foes.
Stay Stylin’ with Spirit Gems – Collect Spirit Gems for helpful stat boosts! Legend says arranging them in certain combinations can add even bigger boosts…
Are You a True Ninja Warrior? – Find your center with the Peaches & Cream Meditation mini-game to get extra stat boosts in battle. Plus, test your might with the post-game content, Yomi-Training! Expert ninjas and shinobi can play through 8 different trials, each set with difficult restrictions!
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Lastly, read up on our review of the PS4 version here. Stay tuned at Final Weapon for the latest Japanese gaming news and updates!
