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action game
Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge
By Team Ninja, released 1 Jan 2012
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
- Wii U
- adventure video game
- action-adventure game
What it is
Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge is included in the NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection, a package of three action titles centered on fast-paced ninja combat. The collection includes Ninja Gaiden Σ, Ninja Gaiden Σ2 and Razor's Edge, along with previously released modes and DLC costumes for each game. Ryu Hayabusa and four other playable characters—Ayane, Rachel, Momiji and Kasumi—are part of the collection; players can form tag teams and switch characters during battles. The store listing says Razor's Edge is not available for individual purchase. Some online content is absent or unavailable: Shadow of the World and Clan Battle for Razor's Edge are not included, and online multiplayer is unavailable for Ninja Trials. Steam lists single-player play, achievements, adjustable difficulty, camera comfort options, custom volume controls and support for DualShock and DualSense controllers. The Steam release date is June 9, 2021, on Windows; the wider platform listing also names PlayStation 3 and Wii U.
What players like, and what they don't
- Three NINJA GAIDEN titles are included.
- Four additional playable characters join Ryu Hayabusa.
- Players can swap characters during battles.
- Previously released modes and DLC costumes are included.
- Razor's Edge is not sold individually.
- Razor's Edge Shadow of the World and Clan Battle are omitted.
- Online multiplayer is unavailable for Ninja Trials.
Who it suits
It suits players who want a collection of three ninja action games, playable character choices and adjustable difficulty. Players seeking Razor's Edge specifically should be prepared to get it through the Master Collection rather than separately.
The Master Collection bundles Razor's Edge with two other series entries and their previously released modes and costumes. Check the online-content exclusions and purchase limitation if those matter to your plans.
