The long-awaited return of Ninja Gaiden 4 brings brutal combat, cinematic boss fights, and an exhaustive list of achievements to master. Whether you’re hunting for your first Bronze or aiming for the elusive Platinum, every trophy in the game demands precision, patience, and skill worthy of a true ninja.
Overview of the Trophy System
There are 45 trophies on PlayStation 5 and 44 achievements on Xbox Series X/S (no Platinum on Xbox). The breakdown is:
- Bronze: 36
- Silver: 5
- Gold: 3
- Platinum: 1
Expect at least three to four full playthroughs if you plan to 100% the game—one for the story, one for Hard/Very Hard stacking, and additional runs for the punishing Master Ninja difficulty and no-death challenges.
All Bronze Achievements in Ninja Gaiden 4
Most Bronze trophies focus on gameplay mechanics, boss fights, and basic progression. You’ll naturally earn many of them through normal play.
| Trophy | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| The Art of Obliteration | Perform an Obliteration attack |
| Bloodraven Form | Enter Bloodraven Form for the first time |
| The Art of the Bloodbath Kill | Perform a Bloodbath Kill |
| The Art of the Bloodbath Slaughter | Perform a Bloodbath Slaughter |
| Raven Gear: Caddis Wire | Use the Caddis Wire |
| Raven Gear: Dragonfly Glider | Use the Dragonfly Glider |
| Raven Gear: Pond Strider | Use the Pond Strider |
| Oh, Foxy Lady | Defeat the Kitsune Courtesan and break the first seal |
| It’s a Dog! It’s a Plane! It’s… | Defeat Kurobo and break the second seal |
| Smile, You Son of a… | Defeat Cetus and break the third seal |
| Priestess of the Dark Dragon | Revive the Dark Dragon in exchange for Seori’s life |
| Return of the Super Ninja | Start Ryu Hayabusa’s story arc |
| Bloodsoaked Fate | Hold your own against Ryu Hayabusa |
| Master of the Blade | Use Takeminakata to hit 5 enemies at once |
| Master of the Drill | Use Yatousen to inflict massive damage in a short time |
| Master of the Hammer | Use Magatsuhi to perform 5+ Bloodbath Kills quickly |
| Master of the Toolbox | Use Kage-Hiruko to defeat an enemy in mid-air |
| Wielder of Darkness | Recover the lost Dark Dragon Blade |
| Consumed by Corruption | Defeat Oniwaka in his final encounter |
| Ninja Business | Complete 20 missions |
| NinjaCoin Miner | Earn 100,000 NinjaCoin |
| Need, not Greed | Obtain 30 items |
| Way of the Dragon | Defeat 3 enemies in a row using an Ultimate Technique |
| Combo Master | Achieve a 2,000-point combo |
| The Grind Never Stops | Clear Chapter 02 without falling (Auto Movement OFF) |
| Free as a Bird | Clear Chapter 06 without hitting obstacles (Auto Movement OFF) |
| Surf Ninja | Clear Chapter 10 without hitting obstacles (Auto Movement OFF) |
| Laser’s Edge | Clear Chapter 12 without being hit by a laser (Auto Movement OFF) |
| Master of Takeminakata | Learn all Takeminakata Weapon Skills |
| Master of Yatousen | Learn all Yatousen Weapon Skills |
| Master of Magatsuhi | Learn all Magatsuhi Weapon Skills |
| Master of Kage-Hiruko | Learn all Kage-Hiruko Weapon Skills |
| Master of the Dark Dragon Blade | Learn all Dark Dragon Blade Weapon Skills |
| Master of Combat | Learn all Combat Skills |
| The One Who Obliterates | Obliterate every enemy in the game |
| Critter Collector | Collect every Gourdy |
All Silver Achievements in Ninja Gaiden 4
Silver trophies usually demand more consistency or precision — completing missions flawlessly or mastering entire skill sets.
| Trophy | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Ninja Fortitude | Reach maximum health with Yakumo and Ryu |
| Work Horse | Complete all missions |
| Annihilator | Finish all Purgatory trials |
| Shadow Incarnate | Complete any chapter without dying (Chapters 00 and 14 excluded) |
| The Priestess’s Wish | Carry the wishes of Seori and Kureha into the final battle |
All Gold Achievements in Ninja Gaiden 4
Gold trophies are the true test of a player’s mastery — they demand flawless execution, knowledge of every system, and absolute endurance.
| Trophy | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| A New Master Ninja | Purify the Dark Dragon and save the world |
| Way of the Master Ninja | Complete the game on MASTER NINJA difficulty |
| Challenger of Challenges | Complete all Challenge modes |
Platinum Achievement in Ninja Gaiden 4
| Trophy | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| True Ninja | Acquire all other trophies in the game |
Earning Platinum in Ninja Gaiden 4 is no small feat. You’ll need to complete every mission, trial, and challenge, master every weapon, and conquer the dreaded MASTER NINJA difficulty without missing a single collectible or hidden enemy.
Pro Tips for Trophy Hunting
1. Prioritize Weapon Masteries Early
Weapons such as Takeminakata, Yatousen, and Magatsuhi each have dedicated mastery trophies. Rotate between them often to avoid long late-game grinds.
2. Stack Difficulty Runs
Play your first run on Normal to learn boss mechanics. On your second, tackle Hard or Very Hard, and reserve Master Ninja for your final challenge. This lets you stack trophies without repeating unnecessary progress.
3. Keep Auto Movement Off
Several trophies (like The Grind Never Stops and Free as a Bird) require manual control. Make sure Auto Movement is turned off before starting those chapters.
4. Don’t Ignore Purgatory Trials
These trials test your combat variety and survival. Completing them contributes to Annihilator and indirectly helps you master combat techniques for other trophies.
5. Collect Gourdy Companions
Gourdies aren’t just cute — they’re required for Critter Collector. Check every corner of each chapter, especially hidden ledges and shrine areas.
See also: Ninja Gaiden 4 Deluxe Edition Rewards and Bonuses Guide
Collecting all trophies in Ninja Gaiden 4 is a journey through precision combat, unrelenting boss battles, and total mastery of Team Ninja’s mechanics. Between Yakumo’s new abilities, returning icons like Ryu Hayabusa, and the grueling Master Ninja mode, this is one of the most rewarding platinum hunts in modern action gaming. Play Now!
