5 Reasons Why Sekiro Is Better Than Ninja Gaiden (& 5 Why It's Worse)
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice was one of the hottest games of 2019. It incorporated brutally fun gameplay and a beautiful art style. Ninja Gaiden follows Ryu Hayabusa and his fight against enemies, such as Greater Fiends. Both games follow the path of a ninja or shinobi who fights against the forces of evil.
With one being a more established franchise and the other off to an excellent start, comparisons can be made. We will attempt to separate the two games and analyze why each is better. Without further ado, let's delve into it. These are five reasons why Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is better than Ninja Gaiden (and five why it isn't).
10 Fluid Gameplay (Sekiro Is Better)
As a game that has the potential to run at 60 frames per second but is not locked at that frame rate, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is gorgeous. The fluid gameplay is noticeable, even if Ninja Gaiden runs at 60 frames per second on the Xbox One. It's the amount of detail and realism that makes Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice stand out.
The gameplay mechanics of Sekiro are masterclass. Using a combination of stealth and surprise gives the game appeal. Also, smart artificial intelligence gives the game a great degree of realism.
9 Weapon Variety (Ninja Gaiden Is Better)
One blemish we can ignore in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, is that the game forces you to have one weapon. Some players might like becoming an expert at one sword, Wolf's Kusabimaru, however, Ninja Gaiden has multiple polished weapons that enhance gameplay.
We can't forget classic Ninja Gaiden weapons like the Dragon Sword, Lunar Staff, or the destructive Vigoorian Flail. The Vigoorian Flail's effectiveness for crowd control is legendary among fans and a big reason why weapon variety is a plus for the series.
8 It's A Soulsborne (Sekiro Is Better)
Dark Souls and Bloodborne are two highly acclaimed action role-playing games. They are recognized for being demanding and unforgiving. Collecting a large number of experience points only to lose it all in an intense battle is half of the fun.
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a Soulsborne from the development company that invented the subgenre. The type of game might grow stale one day, but for now, we can relish in the fact they are highly entertaining.
7 An Established Franchise (Ninja Gaiden Is Better)
The first Ninja Gaiden video game released for the Nintendo Entertainment System way back in 1988. Introduced as two-dimensional, it was later adapted into a three-dimensional action-adventure game. The legacy of this series is legendary & one that Sekiro just doesn't have yet.
We've seen multiple Ninja Gaiden games over the years, yet there is only one Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Ninja Gaiden 3 may not have been the hack and slash adventure we hoped for, however, there is pent up demand for a next-generation sequel.
6 Boss Battles (Sekiro Is Better)
Both Sekiro and Ninja Gaiden are well known for their outstanding boss battles. While Ninja Gaiden has memorable bosses accompanied by gripping cutscenes, Sekiro's boss matchups have layers of creativity packed into them.
The Folding Screen Monkeys were ominous and something like we've never seen. Moreover, the Guardian Ape was a bewildering boss that became even more so once there were two of them! For being like puzzles waiting to be solved, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice wins in this category.
5 An Expanded Universe (Ninja Gaiden Is Better)
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a new gaming franchise that has yet to expand. Ninja Gaiden is more established, and protagonist Ryu has appeared in other video games. In his expanded universe, Ryu Hayabusa has shown up in Dead or Alive. His armor set even made an appearance in Halo 3.
Will Sekiro become as prominent of a figure as Ryu Hayabusa? Perhaps a Bloodborne or Dark Souls crossover would work for Sekiro.
4 A New Protagonist (Sekiro Is Better)
Ninja Gaiden and Ryu Hayabusa are famous in the gaming world. We love them, but it's also fun to play games with a new protagonist.
Sekiro, also known as Wolf and Ookami, is a silent and robust protagonist who we know so little about. His origin story is mostly a mystery, but we could learn more about him in a sequel. Unquestionably, the future looks bright for this eponymous protagonist.
3 Ryu Hayabusa (Ninja Gaiden Is Better)
Ryu Hayabusa is a master ninja who originated from the Hayabusa ninja clan. This character has endured fierce foes like Greater Fiends and Jaquio. Appearing in multiple games, we gain a sense of why Ryu Hayabusa is an overarching figure. He is a symbol of hope and is considered one of the greatest heroes in video games.
2 A Greater Challenge (Sekiro Is Better)
Depending on the difficulty mode you play the game on, Ninja Gaiden can also be challenging. Try Ninja Gaiden Black on Master Ninja difficulty, and you'll find a new meaning for difficult. Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, on the other hand, is the ideal amount of hardship.
Enemies do not do an excessive amount of damage, and there is a clear path to overcoming bosses.
1 Ryu Hayabusa Has Seemingly No Limits! (Ninja Gaiden Is Better)
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice tells the tale of a shinobi whose duty is to protect the Divine Heir. We've seen Wolf defeat challenging foes, but nothing near what Ryu Hayabusa has faced.
Ryu Hayabusa took on an entire modern-day military, the armies of hell & more! Ryu has also defeated Greater Fiends like Alma and Genshin. While Ryu gathers his power from ancient dragons, Wolf is still growing. For now, we can admire Ryu for being a man with seemingly no equal.
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