Ninja Gaiden 4 How Old Is Ryu
Ryu Hayabusa has been slicing through demons for decades in real time, but in-game, he’s barely aged a day. Fans keep asking how old he’s supposed to be in Ninja Gaiden 4, and the answer lines up with his long-running timeline across both Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive.
Ryu’s Age In Ninja Gaiden 4
Ryu is estimated to be around 27 to 29 years old in Ninja Gaiden 4. His last confirmed age was 25 in Dead or Alive 6, and while the exact timeline between that series and Ninja Gaiden 4 hasn’t been officially stated, the events clearly take place after his earlier adventures.
His Dragon Lineage blood slows his physical aging, so he still looks and fights like he did in his early twenties.
Ryu’s Age Timeline Across Games
Here’s how his age progresses through the known series.
Ninja Gaiden and Black: 21
Ninja Gaiden 2: 22
Dead or Alive 1 through 4: 23
Dead or Alive 5 and 6: 25
Ninja Gaiden 4 (estimated): 27 to 29
He’s older, more composed, and clearly more seasoned in Ninja Gaiden 4, though the game never specifies his exact age. The pattern fits with his steady progression through the franchise and his slowed aging from Dragon Lineage heritage.
Why Ryu Still Looks Young
Ryu’s Dragon Lineage keeps him in top physical form. His body heals faster, and his strength hasn’t faded with time. He’s not immortal, but he ages slower than any normal human, which explains how he can survive so many wars and still look like he just graduated from the Hayabusa Village training grounds.
Final Blurb
Ryu Hayabusa stands somewhere near 30 by Ninja Gaiden 4, but time doesn’t seem to touch him. He’s older, sharper, and still the same unstoppable ninja who’s been carrying the Dragon Sword since the very beginning.
FAQ
How old is Ryu in Ninja Gaiden 4
He’s estimated to be between 27 and 29 years old.
Why doesn’t Ryu age normally
His Dragon Lineage blood slows aging, keeping him in peak shape.
Has Team Ninja confirmed his exact age
No, the developers haven’t given an official number for Ninja Gaiden 4.
How tall and heavy is Ryu Hayabusa
He’s listed at 5'10" and around 172 pounds in official character data.
Is Ryu immortal in Ninja Gaiden
No, but his bloodline grants him enhanced durability and a slower aging rate.
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