July 27, 2009
Prepare to Unleash Your Inner
Ninja in Tecmo’s Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2
Exclusive Pre-Order and
Collector’s Edition Package Available at GameStop
The most intense, challenging,
action-packed ninja adventure is back and arriving exclusively on the
PLAYSTATION 3 this fall. The latest installment in the critically acclaimed
series, NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2, will be launching September 29, 2009 in North
America, followed by Japan and Europe.
Developed by Tecmo’s own Team NINJA,
the NINJA GAIDEN series follows the adventures of super ninja Ryu Hayabusa
throughout the world. The series has earned high praise and a loyal following
amongst core fans, as well as action gamers alike. Released in July 2007, NINJA
GAIDEN SIGMA was the first in the series to land on the PLAYSTATION 3 system.
From playability, visual presentation, to sound, the game received excellent
scores all around.
NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2 takes the
series further with the introduction of an all-new Team Missions online co-op
mode and Chapter Challenge mode, multiple playable characters, large weapon
variety, "Ninja Record" player stat system, a prologue comic with voice-overs
and more. Encapsulating these features into one package makes NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA
2 not only the most challenging and addictive action game, but also the most
definitive version of the series to date.
A special Collector’s Edition will
be available exclusively at GameStop retailers nationwide and Canada. The
Collector’s Edition includes an 80-page book featuring:
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A 30-page Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2
prologue comic written and designed by Team NINJA. The comic is a printed
version of the in-game digital comic. -
Mini-Strategy Guide: A starter
guide covering Ryu, Ayane, Momiji, and Rachel’s weapons, ninpos, Story Mode
basics, Team Missions and more -
Art Gallery: A peek at various
character concept artwork -
Commentary from Team NINJA
producer Yosuke Hayashi and the team’s lead artists
In addition, consumers who pre-order
NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2 at GameStop will receive an exclusive downloadable costume
available through the PlayStation Network.
NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2 is rated "M"
(Mature) by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) and will carry a
suggested retail price of US $59.99 (Collector’s Edition US $69.99).
