Ninja Gaiden 4 All Bosses Guide | List of Bosses
Every chapter in Ninja Gaiden 4 pits you against a new major boss, some returning from past entries and others debuting for the first time. There are 20 total boss encounters, each with unique mechanics and patterns that test every combat skill you’ve learned.
Complete Boss List by Chapter
Here’s every boss in Ninja Gaiden 4, listed in the order you’ll face them during the main story.
Chapter 1: D.D.O. Commander
Chapter 2: D.D.O. Proto-Goliath
Chapter 3: Kitsune Courtesan
Chapter 5: Sanzeon
Chapter 7: Kurobo
Chapter 9: Veilotl
Chapter 10: Cetus
Chapter 11: D-1018 Chario
Chapter 12: Elevator Fight D.D.O. Commander
Chapter 12: D.D.O. Proto-Goliath
Chapter 13: Kagachi
Chapter 13: Achilles
Chapter 14: Achilles
Chapter 15: Cetus
Chapter 16: Kitsune Courtesan
Chapter 17: Kurobo
Chapter 18: Totyos
Chapter 19: Ryu Hayabusa
Chapter 19: Dark Dragon
Chapter 19: Dark Dragon (Phantom Form)
Boss Difficulty Tips
Bosses on Master Ninja difficulty hit harder and punish every mistake. Keep these general tips in mind as you play:
Use Bloodraven Form strategically instead of activating it immediately.
Always learn each boss’s first three attack patterns before committing to combos.
Equip healing items before entering any new arena, since autosaves occur before these fights.
Practice parrying mid-speed enemies like Kagachi or Achilles to open their guard consistently.
Upgrade your primary weapon early, as later fights assume you’ve powered it up.
Final Blurb
That’s every boss in Ninja Gaiden 4, ending with Ryu and the Dark Dragon’s twin phases. Beating them all on Master Ninja unlocks the Way of the Master Ninja achievement, marking true completion. Stay calm, watch the patterns, and remember — the hardest fights usually come right before the most satisfying victories.
FAQ
How many bosses are in Ninja Gaiden 4
There are 20 total boss encounters across the main story.
Who is the final boss
The final sequence includes Ryu Hayabusa followed by the Dark Dragon’s Phantom Form.
Does boss difficulty change between modes
Yes, Master Ninja difficulty increases attack speed, damage, and enemy aggression.
Can you replay boss fights
Yes, defeated bosses can be replayed through Chapter Select once the story is complete.
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