Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 does not just remove things, it also adds its own bells and whistles to even the score. The troubled development of the original Ninja Gaiden 2 is still showing its effects even to this day. You are looking at reduced gore, a staple of the series, a more linear experience overall, and the game ultimately feels unfinished. The Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection also contains Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, which simply suffers from the fact that the original was not a great game either. Add to the fact that her missions often break up a good run for Ryu, and you will be forgiven for wanting this addition removed instead. Yes, she is powerful in her own right, but it is most certainly not fun.
For newcomers, it is a great way to step into the past and experience the genre’s beginnings for yourself. Granted, plot has never been a strong suit of such games, but it is still quaint to see cutscenes from the past still looking the way they do in 2021.
If you are already familiar with the overarching plots in each of the games, you are stepping into old territory with the Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection. Many of the problems that plagued the initial releases of the later games are still present in this collection, and Team Ninja has not adequately addressed them even for a new release. However, while it is a blessing to have these Ryu Hayabusa games in a modern console experience, it appears that old habits die hard. The inclusion of Ninja Gaiden Sigma, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, and Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge is an absolute whirlwind of action and intense combat designed for white-knuckled fun. At first glance, the Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection offers a great ton of value based on its legacy alone.
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