The Game Kitchen has deployed the D3 Major Update for Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, marking the final significant content drop for Kenji Mozu’s side-scrolling saga. While the developers are shifting focus toward the future of the franchise and the upcoming "Year of the NINJA," this patch aims to leave the game in a definitive, polished state by addressing 25 substantial technical issues and adding long-requested community features for Steam users.
Polishing the Blade
For a game that demands high-skill execution and precise platforming, technical hiccups can be fatal to the experience. This update specifically targets 25 larger software fixes that were disrupting the flow of combat and progression. Most notably, the patch resolves game-breaking soft-locks found in the Boss Rush mode and within Muramasa's shop—issues that previously forced players to restart entirely.
Combat consistency has also seen a major pass. If you previously struggled with Jagäzk's damage model feeling inconsistent, that hitbox behavior has been rectified. Additionally, specific character mechanics have been tightened, including fixes for Kumori’s Dash and Jump attacks. In a title where Kenji must rely on the forbidden power of the Black Spider Clan to survive the demon onslaught, these movement fixes ensure that deaths are a result of player error, not engine glitches.
Steam Community Features
As a parting gift to the PC community, the D3 update finally integrates Steam Community items. Players can now earn and craft:
- Trading Cards featuring key art of Kenji and the demon hordes
- Exclusive Badges
- Chat Emoticons
- Profile Backgrounds
Is this the last update for Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound?
Yes, this is confirmed as the final major content update. In a recent interview, producers from both Ragebound and the core Ninja Gaiden team discussed their roadmap for 2025, confirming that resources are moving toward future innovations. While hotfixes for critical stability issues are always possible, the D3 update represents the completed vision for Kenji's journey while Ryu remains away in America.