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Tecmo knocked the socks off of the lucky individuals who were invited to experience the announcement of Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 for the Playstation 3. The event was held March 24, 2009, at the Playstation Store located at the Metreon in San Francisco, California. There, gawkers were treated to an adrenaline filled trailer showcasing some pretty interesting new elements to be included in the PS3 version of this formerly Xbox 360 exclusive title (Ninja Gaiden 2).

There, a slew of brand new beautifully rendered backdrops and for Ryu Hayabusa to mince oncoming hordes against. Adding to that were the inclusions of all new bigger than life bosses (literally) that included scenes of a huge Buddha statue knocking over a temple on its way through a city as well as Ryu facing off against a perturbed Statue of Liberty bringing to mind the phrase “hell hath no fury like a woman scorned”. It’s best to think twice before angering a lady, especially when she’s 300ft tall and could squish you like an ant under her titanic sandal.

Ah, but let’s not forget the more exciting news that was revealed from the flashing images that were displayed on the massive TV monitor. It looks like Ryu Hayabusa is steadily increasing his fan club from one (Sonia) to a harem of 3. Joining Hayabusa in this worthy update to Ninja Gaiden 2 is the cute but deadly ballerina of butterflies and bows, Ayane, as well as Momiji (Ryu’s partner in crime from Ninja Gaiden Dragon Sword for the Nintendo DS) who dons a not-so-traditional and revealing priestess-like garb. Ayane looks to be armed with katanas as well as her mysterious other-worldly powers while Momiji chooses to battle with a long Japanese weapon whose name completely eludes me right now. Unlike Sonia, however, these damsels are by no means planning to become distressed because it seems as though they will be playable characters.

Now, the real question is whether or not co-op mode will become reality in Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2. I think this more than warrants a brand new purchase even for players who have finished the original Ninja Gaiden 2 for the Xbox 360. I mean, who could really say “no” to the being able to play Ayane in an actual action game outside of her alma mater Dead or Alive? She’d probably pummel your butt into submission for even thinking it. And you know you’d love her for it.

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