NINJA GAIDEN 4 vs NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
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NINJA GAIDEN 4 wins 9 of 12 head-to-head metrics. NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] is R$100.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | NINJA GAIDEN 4 | NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 54 | 49 |
| Quality | 71 | 67 |
| Value | 45 | 45 |
| Popularity | 32 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 299.00 | R$ 199.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.8% positive | 82.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 181 | 31 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | NINJA GAIDEN 4 | NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 20, 2025 | June 9, 2021 |
| Developers | PlatinumGames Inc. / Team NINJA / KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 10/11, 64bit | Windows® 10, 64bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel® Core™ i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600 | Intel Core i5 4460 or over, AMD Ryzen5 1400 or over |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2060 Super(VRAM 8GB) or AMD Radeon™ RX 5700XT(VRAM 8GB) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 VRAM 6GB or over, AMD RX 580 VRAM 8GB or over |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 100 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: NINJA GAIDEN 4 or NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]?
NINJA GAIDEN 4 won the comparison against NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is NINJA GAIDEN 4 worth buying over NINJA GAIDEN Σ [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]?
Based on the metrics, NINJA GAIDEN 4 won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Too close to call currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:02 PM UTC