Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection

 Xbox One
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. SomosXbox
    Jun 10, 2021
    72
    Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection brings back to the table 3 great classics of the character action genre. Some graphic issues and the lack of new additions and fixes makes it feels like the work in this adaptation has been the bare minimum. Also, there are big problems in the control of the third title, which makes a stain in the impeccable gameplay of the first two of them. All in all, this collection offers a great amount of content at a reduced price, making it hard not recommend it to any lover of action games.
  2. TierraGamer
    Jun 17, 2021
    70
    Ninja Gaiden Master Collection includes Ninja Gaiden Sigma, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, and Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge. The first two revolutionized the action genre a few years ago, but don't get your hopes up about anything else in this collection. Times have changed and these games were not adjusted, nor polished one bit. And while it might seem that this will please the most purist fans, this is not the case either, as the collection does not contain the first version of each installment.
  3. TheXboxHub
    Jun 16, 2021
    70
    Xbox owners certainly have viable means to experience these titles in other forms, but when it comes to convenience and accessibility, Ninja Gaiden Master Collection is a solid value proposition all the same.
  5. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jun 10, 2021
    70
    If you have never touched the Ninja Gaiden saga, but you like the experiences raised, or if you are a big fan of the license of Koei Tecmo, this Master Collection is for you! Despite the years, the trilogy remains an excellent vintage made up of two wonderful experiences and a spectacular third title. However, keep in mind that this new compilation brings nothing new other than the addition of the sacrosanct 4K / 60fps on PlayStation 4 Pro, PlayStation 5, Xbox One X and Xbox Series X and S. Three excellent games therefore, which are unfortunately grouped together in a compilation which is satisfied with the minimum union. Now that you are warned, it is up to you to decide whether or not to take out the katana or not to pour out gallons and gallons of hemoglobin.
  6. Pure Xbox
    Jun 10, 2021
    70
    Although the Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection could have been much more, the three games included run better than ever and should still be satisfying enough for returning fans. The bloody and brutal gameplay is just as exhilarating and will keep you coming back for more, and the collection is a great way for newer audiences to learn about Ryu Hayabusa's history.
  7. MondoXbox
    Jun 20, 2021
    55
    A very low-effort remaster collection, that even pales in comparison with the same games ran via enhanced backward compatibility on Xbox.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    Jun 10, 2021
    A poor renaissance for one of the biggest franchises in the hack and slash history. Maybe the Ninja Gaiden saga deserves more respect and love from Koei Tecmo. Can be interesting for new players without any experience in Ryu Hayabusa's adventures.

Awards & Rankings

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#27 Best Xbox One Game of 2021
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#18 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2021

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 40 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 40
  3. Negative: 10 out of 40
  1. neomoonsevin
    Apr 11, 2023
    4
    Not a fan of this series at all It frustrates me and I hate the timeing at higher differcultys I want to break my control so I stopped playingNot a fan of this series at all It frustrates me and I hate the timeing at higher differcultys I want to break my control so I stopped playing this tomuch angry moments… Full Review »
  2. Doom5layer
    Nov 28, 2022
    8
    Some of these are brutally difficult. Just beat all 3 and at certain points I thought I would moose my sanity. Ryu is a freaking badass andSome of these are brutally difficult. Just beat all 3 and at certain points I thought I would moose my sanity. Ryu is a freaking badass and it was worth it… Full Review »
  3. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Jun 20, 2022
    8
    This remastered collection of the "Sigma" games and "Razor's Edge" is best played on a 4K TV. On a base Xbox One, the spruced up graphicsThis remastered collection of the "Sigma" games and "Razor's Edge" is best played on a 4K TV. On a base Xbox One, the spruced up graphics aren't too impressive. The games themselves are still fun to play, even if they are a bit dated. It's just too bad the original Xbox versions of NG 1 and 2 were not included. Those two are better than the PlayStation "Sigma" ports. As far as "Razor's Edge" is concerned, it's an improvement over the first "Ninja Gaiden III" release. I would rate this with an 8 out of 10.… Full Review »
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