Ninja Gaiden II Black Adds New Game+ and Photo Mode in New Update

Following its surprise release, Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja have just released a new update for Ninja Gaiden II Black.

This update includes some balance adjustments and bug fixes, and adds in three features: New Game+, Photo Mode, and an option to hide your projectile weapon.

Ninja Gaiden II Black New Features

  • New Game+: Added the ability to begin a new game on a difficulty level you have previously cleared with the weapons and Ninpo you obtained in your previous playthrough already unlocked. When starting a new game this way, your weapons and Ninpo will be reverted to level 1.
  • Photo Mode: Added Photo Mode to the in-game Options Menu. You can move the camera around within a set limit to take screenshots.
  • Ability to Hide Projectile Weapon: Added a “Show Projectile Weapon” option under “Game Settings” in the Options Menu, which allows you to hide your projectile weapon while it is carried on your back.

Ninja Gaiden II Black Bug Fixes and Adjustments

Adjustments:

  • Lowered the HP of enemies in Ch. 8 and Ch. 11.
  • Raised the number of enemies in Ch. 13 and Ch. 14.
  • Raised the damage dealt by some of Ayane’s attacks.

Bug Fixes:

  • Fixed bugs that caused the player to go out of bounds during certain chapters.
  • Fixed bugs that made it impossible to progress during certain chapters.
  • Fixed a bug which caused the game to crash during long play sessions.