Koei Tecmo and Team NINJA released a new update for Ninja Gaiden 2: Black featuring New Game+ and a new Photo Mode. In addition, the update implements multiple bug fixes and adjustments to round out the overall experience.
On PlayStation 5, the Ninja Gaiden 2: Black New Game+ and Photo Mode update is designated as version 1.003.000. On Xbox Series X|S and PC, the update is designated as version 1.07. In addition, the bug fixes are applied to all versions.
Read up on the patch notes for the new update below, via the official website:
Ninja Gaiden 2: Black New Game+ and Photo Mode Update – Patch Notes
Additional Content:
- New Game+
- Added the ability to begin a new game on a difficulty level you have previously cleared with the weapons and Ninpo you obtained in your previous playthrough already unlocked. When starting a new game this way, your weapons and Ninpo will be reverted to level 1.
- Photo Mode
- Added Photo Mode to the in-game Options Menu. You can move the camera around within a set limit to take screenshots.
- Ability to Hide Projectile Weapon
- Added a “Show Projectile Weapon” option under “Game Settings” in the Options Menu, which allows you to hide your projectile weapon while it is 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”
- Raised the damage dealt by some of Ayane’s attacks.
Bug Fixes:
- Fixed control issues that occurred when playing at over 120 FPS or while under high computing load.
- Fixed an issue where controllers would not vibrate based on computing load or FPS settings.
- Fixed bugs that caused the player to go out of bounds during certain chapters.
- Fixed bugs that made it impossible to progress during certain chapters.
- Fixed a bug which caused the game to crash during long play sessions.
- Other minor bug fixes
Lastly, Ninja Gaiden 2: Black is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Final Weapon reviewed Ninja Gaiden 2: Black and gave it a 4.5/5 score, calling it one of 2025’s greatest surprises.
