Canadian Retailer Claims Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Not Getting Physical Release in US or EU; Asia Physical Switch Version Available

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection

Canadian video game retailer VideoGamesPlus have claimed that Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection will not be getting a physical release in North America or Europe, while they are offering an Asian physical version of the Nintendo Switch version.

As previously reported, the collection features remastered versions of Ninja Gaiden SigmaNinja Gaiden Sigma 2, and Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge; along with most of the previously released DLC.


While physical releases had not been confirmed at this time, VideoGamesPlus have a listing for an Asian Import version of the physical game on Nintendo Switch. As with all Nintendo Switch games, the game is region free. It also supports English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish menus and interfaces. Subtitles are available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.

VideoGamesPlus also boast offering free worldwide shipping. Currently they are only offering the Nintendo Switch version, and will ship as soon as the games are in stock. Delays may occur due to the ongoing coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.

VideoGamesPlus further claim that “USA / EUR will not release a physical edition.” We have reached out to Koei Tecmo for confirmation on the game’s physical releases and regions.

You can find the full rundown (via the official website) below.

Three intensely fast and furious ninja action games are now available in one package!

The “Ninja Gaiden” series is respected and beloved across the entire gaming world, and has sold 6.8 million units in total.
In this collection, the three titles from the series which are included are: NINJA GAIDEN Sigma (released in 2007), NINJA GAIDEN Sigma 2 (released in 2009), and NINJA GAIDEN 3: Razor’s Edge (released in 2012).
Become the ultimate ninja and defeat deadly enemies!

Features

Enjoy 3 epic games from the NINJA GAIDEN series in this single collection.
The nostalgic yet timeless high-speed action unfolds on the latest hardware, so prepare for vigorous battles with fearsome opponents!

Most of the previously downloadable contents are included!
Most of the previously released game modes and DLC costumes for each title are included in this thrilling collection. In addition to Ryu Hayabusa, each of the other characters will have a variety of costumes to choose from, allowing for action-packed battles in the outfit of your choice.

Ayane, Rachel, Momiji, Kasumi playable!
Besides Ryu Hayabusa, the four iconic female characters; Ayane, Rachel, Momiji, Kasumi will be playable. Master your favorite characters in exciting battles.

Note: The female characters will appear as they did in the original version of the games. In addition, playable characters and scenes (modes) will vary according to the game.

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection launches June 10th on Windows PC (via Steam), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

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