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Rise of the Ronin feels like a natural next step for developer Team Ninja. After two decades spent creating some of the best linear action games in the genre, the studio is stepping outside of its comfort zone with its first crack at an open-world action RPG. Combining a freeform structure with a combat style similar to Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty and the Nioh series is an enticing prospect, and it's one of the key areas where Rise of the Ronin stands out after playing its opening two hours.Set in late 1800s…

Air fryers are a time saver, but in return, you’ll need to give up a big chunk of counter space. If your kitchen is on the small side, this can be a problem. When you already have a microwave, kettle and toaster on the countertop – and then add an air fryer – it can leave you little room for food preparation. Enter Ninja’s Double Stack air fryer, which aims to solve this problem with a build that stacks two cooking drawers one on top of the other (as you may have guessed by the product name) instead of side by…

One might say that Steam has something of a reputation when it comes to video game sales. We get quite a few of them throughout the year, and this latest one will appeal to your inner pirate (and ninja. Don’t forget the ninjas). As of January 22, the Steam Pirates vs. Ninjas Fest began, providing a host of discounts on all things related to the aforementioned buccaneer and/or stealth assassin lifestyle. The best way to get an idea of what exactly is in the sale is to open the link above, but the video below gives a quick…

As the new year draws closer, more and more big events are planned to ring in 2024. Not to be left out, Tyler Blevins, aka Ninja, is holding an “Ninja NYE” event aimed specifically at his gaming audience. There’s already a star-studded cast of collaborators and sponsors lined up, and tons of ways to engage with the popular personalities as you watch along. If you want to be part of Ninja’s inaugural NYE, here is how you can watch across a variety of platforms. How to watch the Ninja NYE event The Ninja NYE special…

Your dad’s favorite streamer, Ninja, will attempt his best Dick Clark impression (or do the kids only know Ryan Seacrest now?) and will host his own New Year’s Eve event that will stream on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok. According to a report in Variety, the event, known as “Ninja’s NYE,” will feature appearances from other top streamers, giveaways, a Fortnite tournament, and a countdown to midnight.The event is meant to appeal to Gen Z with promises that it’s not your parents’ New Year’s Eve ball drop. “Ditch your TV and…

One of the best surprises of 2020 is about to get a sequel. On Wednesday, Sony revealed Ghostrunner 2 during its latest PlayStation showcase. The company showed a brief trailer highlighting the game's cyberpunk setting. According to the PlayStation Blog, Ghostrunner 2 is set one year after the events of the first game. Players will once again play as Jack, but by the sounds of it, they can expect a more expansive experience this time around. Publisher 505 Games says the game will feature more challenging combat and…

Air fryers are all the rage and those who've been on the fence about adding one to their kitchen might be interested in checking out a deal on a model from Ninja. The 10-quart DZ550 DualZone, which Ninja released last year, has dropped to $200 at Amazon. That's $50 off the regular price. While it's not the lowest price we've seen for this model, this might be the biggest discount that you'll find for a while. Ninja…

You'll have to wait a few months if you want to see Team Ninja's latest take on Nioh-style demon slaying. Koei Tecmo has confirmed that Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty arrives March 3rd for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC (via the Microsoft Store and Steam). It will also be accessible through Xbox Game Pass on launch. Wo Long is effectively Team Ninja's love note to Koei Tecmo's long-running obsession with Three Kingdoms-era China (see: Dynasty Warriors). You play a militia member fighting a demon onslaught in the…

The below gameplay trailer debuted ahead of TGS TGS (Tokyo Game Show) is schedule to take place from September 15 through September 18 of this year, and Koei Tecmo is bringing Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. Before the event, we’re getting a taste of Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty gameplay, which is a nice surprise after the cinematic reveal at the summer Microsoft game showcase. The bosses and environments so far look worthy of the Nioh series, which is a good sign. In addition to the footage, Koei Tecmo shared a few scarce…

A Wo Long demo? Sign me up! Given the lower impact of this “summer of gaming” push, I wouldn’t blame you for forgetting Wo Long, Team Ninja’s “dark fantasy version of the Later Han Dynasty” in action game form. But once the Wo Long demo comes out, provided that it’s a blast, you’ll probably be hearing about it then! Yep, over on the game’s official Twitter account, the studio is starting their marketing campaign early, noting that the game will have sorcery elements, as well as online multiplayer, a morale system, a…