Ninja Gaiden Sigma

 PlayStation 3
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 230 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 42 out of 230
  3. Negative: 33 out of 230
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  1. JrDouble
    May 21, 2023
    7
    A clunky control scheme and irritating camera hold this game back from being great. Mostly fun and still worth a playthrough, but only recommended in short doses to prevent frustration.
  2. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Mar 3, 2023
    9
    This PS3 port of the Xbox's Ninja Gaiden is fantastic. it includes a few new levels which feature Rachel as a playable character. The new graphics engine is impressive and the dual katanas are a nice addition. But while "Sigma" includes all the content from Ninja Gaiden Black, it isn't as difficult. Overall, this feels more like a different version than a straight forward port. IThis PS3 port of the Xbox's Ninja Gaiden is fantastic. it includes a few new levels which feature Rachel as a playable character. The new graphics engine is impressive and the dual katanas are a nice addition. But while "Sigma" includes all the content from Ninja Gaiden Black, it isn't as difficult. Overall, this feels more like a different version than a straight forward port. I personally prefer the Xbox edition, but PlayStation fans will love this. I would rate it with a 9 out of 10.… Expand
  3. EalyLiu
    Feb 17, 2023
    10
    It's great. It's the best game I've ever seen. The picture is exquisite, the movement is smooth, and the design is exquisite.
  4. Sigmaye
    Jul 13, 2022
    9
    Buen juego
  5. Wolf855
    Jun 26, 2022
    6
    Graphics- 1
    Gameplay- 1
    Characters- 2
    Campaign- 1
    Content- 2
    Overall- 6.5
  6. shenkenhigh
    May 17, 2022
    6
    They literally ripped the game in some way: puzzles, difficulty, quantity of mobs you were supposed to fight. But the graphics nice and still gives that little nostalgia vibe. 6/10
  7. 1above137
    Jun 10, 2021
    4
    Camera, controls, music, didn't like it, glad i played it but it's just not good
  8. tunahan43
    May 5, 2021
    9
    Yeni bitirdim.TeK kelimeyle efsaneydi.Rachel ve ayanede var .Zaten onlar olmasa .Zorluğuna katlanmazdım.Ben kolayda bitirdim bu arada .Ayane baya yardım etti sağolsun.Birde platformlarda bazen aşırı sinir edici yerler vardı 12.bölüm ve sonrasında oldu bu durum .
  9. umair_s51
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Solid action game that has stood the test of time. Playing it on PS Now. Fast paced, fun and frantic. Needs a modern day remaster.
  10. ERRORCODE-20
    Jun 6, 2020
    5
    I really did not like this game. First off this game is easy but I can see why someone would think it's incredibly hard since this game tries its hardest to be completely unfair. Whether its enemies spawning directly on you when you re-spawn after death, being forced to fight whole waves of enemies before getting back to a boss you previously died at, enemies and bosses having little toI really did not like this game. First off this game is easy but I can see why someone would think it's incredibly hard since this game tries its hardest to be completely unfair. Whether its enemies spawning directly on you when you re-spawn after death, being forced to fight whole waves of enemies before getting back to a boss you previously died at, enemies and bosses having little to no telegraph on many of their moves, and ghost fish. What makes this game easy though is basically every enemy can be killed in one combo. Especially once you get the izuna drop. Even boss fights have a very small health pool. But the game feels so poorly balanced like it was just make to annoy you at every turn. The combat feels great... when it works. Having no lock on is awful for this game since moves that require direction like the air slash attack just don't work sometimes. And even if you did connect with the move there's a good chance it'll clank off the enemy for no reason. Also, the last 3 chapters of this game are absolutely terrible. They introduce the Ghost Fish and they're easily the most poorly designed enemy I have ever faced in a game in my life. You need to mash your life away to get these dudes off and even then it seems like it's up to the luck for whether or not they get off of you before you waste all your healing items making sure you don't die. This game is very mediocre and has not stood the test of time. Definitely not among the best the hack and slash genre has to offer.… Expand
  11. TheExod
    Sep 19, 2019
    10
    Really an amazing game first he is beautiful and the fight, the story are just perfect
  12. Alvokun
    Aug 16, 2017
    9
    Incredibly addictive, as well as difficult. Ninja Gaiden Sigma has one of the best combat systems I have ever tried in a video game. The movements of Ryu Hayabusa are really fluent, resembling those of a real ninja.

    This first Ninja Gaiden game was already a great game. Arguably, it may lack some extra game modes or online options, but I frankly do not mind that too much.
  13. x-billy
    Apr 20, 2017
    0
    What an imbalanced piece of **** That's true that Team Ninja (or should I say Team Ninja Dog?) is NOTHING without Tomonobu Itagaki, You'd better play Ninja Gaiden Black, the best Ninja Gaiden game in the universe.
  14. Broyax
    Apr 11, 2017
    1
    Bon bah c'est un ninja qui découpe des gars déguisés comme lui sauf qu'ils sont pas déguisés de la même couleur et c'est pour ça on dirait que le ninja qui va trop trop vite il les découpe en rondelles sauf qu'il y a même pas de sang tellement il les découpe trop vite....

    Depuis qu'il est petit, le ninja gadin et guedin il est hyperactif mais ses parents ils n'ont rien pu faire,    Bon bah c'est un ninja qui découpe des gars déguisés comme lui sauf qu'ils sont pas déguisés de la même couleur et c'est pour ça on dirait que le ninja qui va trop trop vite il les découpe en rondelles sauf qu'il y a même pas de sang tellement il les découpe trop vite....

    Depuis qu'il est petit, le ninja gadin et guedin il est hyperactif mais ses parents ils n'ont rien pu faire, peut-être parce que le ninja il les a découpés en rondelles aussi sans faire exprès parce qu'il était pressé, ça arrive quand il a le hoquet.

    C'est ultra fluide (tellement fluide que t'as envie de vomir) et assez beau (si, si) bien que froid et impersonnel au niveau du style. Mais y a des cerisiers en fleur, oui, oui. Le ninja est tellement rapide qu'il peut courir sur les murs, sauter au plafond, mourir, ressusciter, couler un bronze avant que t'aies eu le temps de dire "ouf". Quant à savoir comment, pourquoi, le ninja est déjà parti. Comme moi d'ailleurs.    … Expand
  15. mixxalot
    Apr 9, 2017
    7
    The action and graphics are decent BUT the horrid screwed up camera angle ruined the entire game for me. Difficulty cannot be adjusted that much and enemies WAY too difficult for casual player to enjoy. Glad I only paid $6 for this game.
  16. crimsondoor
    Jul 17, 2016
    8
    Ninja Gaiden Black was originally a 9 but I have to give this port a 7.5. Itagaki Tomonobu, original developer of Ninja Gaiden refused to talk about this port and said it has nothing to do with him.

    The biggest issues I can think of: 1. They removed some of the puzzles but added pointless fillers. I especially HATED the Rachel levels. They don't add anything to the story and she is a    Ninja Gaiden Black was originally a 9 but I have to give this port a 7.5. Itagaki Tomonobu, original developer of Ninja Gaiden refused to talk about this port and said it has nothing to do with him.

    The biggest issues I can think of:

    1. They removed some of the puzzles but added pointless fillers. I especially HATED the Rachel levels. They don't add anything to the story and she is a pain in the ass to use. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

    2. Difficulty is toned down A LOT. Taking away the game's biggest selling point made it much more boring.

    3. Lag issue in a high-paced action game is pretty unforgivable.

    The port is not bad per se (certainly not as bad as NGS2) and I think of it positively but I'd much rather play Black because it is smoother and much more challenging.    … Expand
  17. BaronMonaco
    Jul 1, 2015
    8
    One of the first true PS3 games, with great graphics for the time, flawless framerate and no bug, the gameplay itself is pretty hardcore and you aren't allowed to be hit many times before dying, making this game not recommended for players that never played a beat'em all before.
    The story is not too bad for the genre, it has its cliches but also some surprises and a purpose to keep you in    One of the first true PS3 games, with great graphics for the time, flawless framerate and no bug, the gameplay itself is pretty hardcore and you aren't allowed to be hit many times before dying, making this game not recommended for players that never played a beat'em all before.
    The story is not too bad for the genre, it has its cliches but also some surprises and a purpose to keep you in the game for the approximately 12 hours needed to finish it. There is quite a lot of weapon but most are expendables and I would have preferred more ninpos over weapons. An other good point for the game is its bosses, there is a lot and most of them offer nice fights, but most of all what I liked about the game is that Ryu truly fights like a ninja, his movements are smooth, class and lethal, it only lacks some infiltration.

    On the bad side the camera isn't perfect and the platform phases are horribles (I think I died more times because of them than fights). Add to a difficulty that can prove to be too challenging even for the best players Ninja Gaiden Sigma is not a game for everybody, but it sure is a good one, with qualities that some players will be craving for.    … Expand
  18. Dionysus777
    Feb 5, 2015
    9
    I am the ninja master, dont fool urselves kids. Ill kung fool ya. Oh how i love a good challenge and your always there when i need you ryu. If i were only that kind of man wink wink. P.S. If you suck at gaming dont buy this, unless your a masochist, becaz it like i is a true ninja master.
  19. JSXero
    Apr 8, 2014
    4
    Sigma is one of those games that you get the sense it was something special when it came out, but re-releasing it years later after the genre has taken so mean leaps forward is just poor taste.

    In its graphics Sigma looks like exactly what it is, polished up decade old polygons that don't even try to test the PS3's potential, not even for 2007. Some games can hide it, but sigma fails.    Sigma is one of those games that you get the sense it was something special when it came out, but re-releasing it years later after the genre has taken so mean leaps forward is just poor taste.

    In its graphics Sigma looks like exactly what it is, polished up decade old polygons that don't even try to test the PS3's potential, not even for 2007. Some games can hide it, but sigma fails.

    Sigma is lacking certain gameplay mechanics that are the standard for modern games of its genre. From the combat, to the camera, to map menu, to the check point system, it is ancient.

    Compare this to the awesome Gaiden 2 or the average Gaiden 3 and your looking at a game that should of been left in the past.    … Expand
  20. JacobCleveland
    Apr 6, 2014
    10
    One of the best action games of all time enhanced for the ps3. The game gives you a difficult and rewarding experience. The combat is totally cool and intense, and who doesn't want to play as a freaking ninja!
  21. Seansy00
    Mar 2, 2014
    10
    A beautifully made game, hard to beat at times, great gameplay. I loved the game mechanics, I love ninjas, I love this game. 10/10 Should buy. One of the first ps3 games I bought , and still one of my favorite.
  22. cfree
    Jan 1, 2014
    10
    Some of the low scoring reviews aren't doing this game justice, they come across as butthurt because they sucked at the game. That said they do have some legitimate complaints, I will address all of the major complaints I've seen as a long-time player and lover of this game and share any useful tips that may help overcome frustrations:

    CAMERA The camera is fairly frequently irritating    Some of the low scoring reviews aren't doing this game justice, they come across as butthurt because they sucked at the game. That said they do have some legitimate complaints, I will address all of the major complaints I've seen as a long-time player and lover of this game and share any useful tips that may help overcome frustrations:

    CAMERA
    The camera is fairly frequently irritating until you learn to manipulate it properly, because of the way it follows your character there are some tricks you'll learn, think of the camera as like the dog in a Crufts agility test, you might have to run around in a circle to get it to where you want it this is nowhere near as frequent or obstructive as you might imagine!

    CONTROLS
    They're fine, whoever complained about the controls was just bad at the game and butthurt about it.

    DIFFICULTY
    Yes this game is hard, it's meant to be hard. The first two bosses are perhaps a little too hard so early in the game, the second one in particular is the problem though as it's not just hard it's hard in an irritating way. That said the game is huge and that's so insignificant a problem that you won't mind.

    THE NINJA ISN'T SNEAKY!
    What part of this game indicated that it was going to be another badly executed sneaking ninja game? If you want sneaking go play Metal Gear Solid, Snake is a ninja :)

    THERE'S NO DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE WEAPONS
    There is, try playing the game for more than five minutes and you'll be in no doubt that every weapon has its advantages while still allowing room for personal taste (I always like to play almost entirely using the crappy nunchaku you get early on from a dead ninja).

    WHAT'S THE POINT IN HUGE COMBOS WHEN EVERYTHING DIES IN A FEW HITS?
    The point is that it's hard to get combos over 30 (I've managed 200 before and that was insanely hard!) and you're rewarded for managing to switch between enemies without getting hit. You're rewarded with yellow, orange and blue essences, which are money, ninpo and health respectively. If you want to buy new weapons to have fun with then you want lots of money, the best weapon to do this with is the nunchaku because they're very low powered so you get more hits out of each enemy.

    THE COMPUTER PICKS MY TARGETS FOR ME!
    It does a little bit, and rarely it will get it wrong. The truth is though if you're actually skilled at the game you'll pick your own targets effectively 99.9% of the time and on those rare occasions when the game slaps you in the face you'll laugh it off because you're not a sissy.

    The verdict: Buy this game cheap, play it through to the end and make a conscious along the way to actually master it, it's a challenging game not just a button masher pretending to be challenging. Give it the respect it deserves and you'll find yourself coming back to it ten years from now. In short it's a classic that people will be playing on the emulators of the future and nostalgically reminiscing about.    … Expand
  23. Basem101
    Aug 26, 2013
    7
    for its time ninja gaiden is good but it has some flaws that make it not perfect for me first it is too long and feels repetitive after a while and controls are not bad but the camera's bad angles makes it bad
  24. jim109109
    May 8, 2013
    7
    It's not bad but it's a shame to say the gameplay is inferior to that of its old school predecessors. It's simple, repetitive button bashing with nothing in the way of diversity. I am new to the ninja gaiden series and decided to play the NES titles first. They blew me away. Still today they are immensely entertaining. And then I played the modern games and lost all interest. There is noIt's not bad but it's a shame to say the gameplay is inferior to that of its old school predecessors. It's simple, repetitive button bashing with nothing in the way of diversity. I am new to the ninja gaiden series and decided to play the NES titles first. They blew me away. Still today they are immensely entertaining. And then I played the modern games and lost all interest. There is no originality, just watered down fights and a cliche storyline. The difficulty in the NES games felt natural but now it's artificial and lazy. It's a good game but to be worth anyone's time it would need to have completely different gameplay altogether.… Expand
  25. alex007
    Nov 30, 2012
    9
    The XBOX revival of "Ninja Gaiden" was the best action game of 2004. It was re-released a year later with additional content as "Ninja Gaiden Black". Unfortunately, for the Sony faithful, the PlayStation 2 never received a port. But the PS3 did with this enhanced version of it. "Sigma" introduced reworked level design, new enemies, exclusive weapons, and additional stages with an extraThe XBOX revival of "Ninja Gaiden" was the best action game of 2004. It was re-released a year later with additional content as "Ninja Gaiden Black". Unfortunately, for the Sony faithful, the PlayStation 2 never received a port. But the PS3 did with this enhanced version of it. "Sigma" introduced reworked level design, new enemies, exclusive weapons, and additional stages with an extra playable character, a buxom blonde armed with huge, um...weapons. This sleek action ninja game is similar to "Devil May Cry" with its fast, stylish action and extreme difficulty. Structurally, it is divided up into 19 levels that can take an hour or more to complete. The plot involves super ninja Ryu Hayabusa's efforts to take down the Black Spider Ninja Clan after they attack and decimiate his village. Eventually, the hero discovers their plot to conquer the world. Story-wise, it is a simple comic book, but while the game's mechanics are quite dated, this is still a standout title. Unlike the recent "Ninja Gaiden 3", it is more than a mere hack 'n slash. Defensive tactics and well-played offensive moves are keys to survival. And if you attempt to play it in a slightly casual manner, your ass will continously be handed to you. The game also contains light platforming and puzzle segments. Additionally, there is some backtracking that occurs. As tough as it may be, "Ninja Gaiden Sigma" is actually easier than the XBOX versions! It also simplifies a few of the puzzles, but the new combat tactics (firing a bow in mid-air, fighting on water!) are a nice addition. While I wouldn't say that "Sigma" is a better game than the original XBOX release, I would say that it is a port worth playing. So if you played and loved both "God of War" and "Devil May Cry", but haven't tried out "Ninja Gaiden Sigma", than do yourself a favor and pick up a copy!… Expand
  26. Mechacheeze
    Jun 11, 2011
    2
    its not like the game is to hard or anything. its just boring and repetitive, honestly i don't see how people could have so much fun doing the same **** over and over again. the combat is great yeah, but that doesn't save this game from the awful tedious level design, generic characters in tight clothing, awful voice acting, and well repetition. this was a waste of time in my opinion.its not like the game is to hard or anything. its just boring and repetitive, honestly i don't see how people could have so much fun doing the same **** over and over again. the combat is great yeah, but that doesn't save this game from the awful tedious level design, generic characters in tight clothing, awful voice acting, and well repetition. this was a waste of time in my opinion. overrated to say the least… Expand
  27. SethB
    Jan 6, 2010
    9
    Ninja Gaiden Sigma, as compared to the Black release on the Xbox, is pretty much the same game. The main difference I've seen was the menu system, which proved to be unusual and a little weird to work with. I cannot call it klunky, because it wasn't, but it seemed like it took too long to find the items/equipment/materials i needed to find. And then there were minor differences Ninja Gaiden Sigma, as compared to the Black release on the Xbox, is pretty much the same game. The main difference I've seen was the menu system, which proved to be unusual and a little weird to work with. I cannot call it klunky, because it wasn't, but it seemed like it took too long to find the items/equipment/materials i needed to find. And then there were minor differences in the game that, as someone who loved Black, I laughed at. i.e when you first go to Han's Bar. I've been a pretty hardcore gamer for a while, so I really appreciate difficult games (such as this one). Sigma kept the difficulty parallel to that of Black. Not sure if that is entirely a good thing. Fun none-the-less.… Expand
  28. pasinduS
    Oct 5, 2009
    9
    This game is awesome, unfortunately it took me a long time to realise it due to the steep learning curve and crazy level of difficulty. Once mastered, however this is easily the best hack and slash game out there. The bosses are great, the weapons awesome and the length just right. Sure, the cameras a bit wonky, but not a game breaker. Just stick with it and youll be in for a great ride.
  29. DietrichB.
    Feb 22, 2009
    7
    This is undoubtedly the most hardest game I have ever played. The game is great for people who are truly hardcore, if that is you then this should be a great purchase. But if that is not the case and you are not extremely patient then you will find this game a torture. I started on the normal difficulty, but very early on in the game I was forced to resort to the Ninja dog mode (easier This is undoubtedly the most hardest game I have ever played. The game is great for people who are truly hardcore, if that is you then this should be a great purchase. But if that is not the case and you are not extremely patient then you will find this game a torture. I started on the normal difficulty, but very early on in the game I was forced to resort to the Ninja dog mode (easier difficulty), but still I couldn't beat this game. I think I got to the 10th level where I just couldn't beat that boss, so I ended up trading. One of the major problems is that if you beat all the enemies of some sections and proceed to the next area, but for some reason you have to go back to the previous section, you will have to fight the enemies again which is a real pain in the ass. My advice rent the game, beat the first 5 levels if you think you are up to the task then buy it.… Expand
  30. kyuudmc
    Dec 18, 2008
    9
    Even greater than NG Black .. Sigma is definitely the best Ninja Gaiden out there. If you own a Playstation 3, you should also own a copy of Ninja Gaiden Sigma.
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#7 Best PS3 Game of 2007
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#11 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2007
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#2 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2007

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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    87
    Genuinely new content doesn't abound, but Sigma remains such an expansive, challenging, and well-paced thrill ride that you won't care. [July 2007, p.84]
  2. Hardcore Gamer
    90
    It's a great game and worth a try if you're brave and/or a masochist. [July 2007, p.64]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    90
    This is punishingly, mercilessly, remorselessly ferocious. You will never, ever finish it. Until you learn to block. [July 2007, p.98]
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