Microsoft and Team Ninja have today announced that "Ninja Gaiden II", the blockbuster sequel to "Ninja Gaiden", will now be shipping to retailers across India.

"Ninja Gaiden II" is claimed to feature a new and improved game engine -- developed from the ground up exclusively for Xbox 360 -- by legendary video game developer Tomonobu Itagaki and Team Ninja. The game also features a new auto-health regeneration system, levels, adventures, enemies, and thrilling combat.

In "Ninja Gaiden II", gamers must guide Ryu Hayabusa on a mission to avenge his clan and prevent destruction of the human race. Armed with an assortment of ninja weaponry, players must help Ryu skillfully maneuver through a world fraught with peril.

Along with shipping "Ninja Gaiden II", the Xbox Live Marketplace is now featuring exclusive 'Ask a Ninja' episodes to help gamers get in touch with their inner ninja. The first three exclusive episodes have already aired, and more episodes will air June 3 and June 10. Xbox Live Gold members can view the episodes the first week of release, with access to the entire Xbox Live community available the following week.

Additionally, GamePlay HD will air "The Way of the Warrior: Ninja Gaiden II," a documentary focusing on the history of the ninja, and how it impacted the game. Xbox Live members too will be able to watch the documentary for free on the Xbox Live Marketplace starting June 10. "The Way of the Warrior: Ninja Gaiden II" promises to bring you face to face with members of Team Ninja, historical areas of Japan, real-life ninjas, and exclusive looks at behind-the-scenes footage.

Rated 'M' for Mature, "Ninja Gaiden II" is retailing for Rs 1,895. For more information, go to: http://www.xbox.com/hi-in/games/splash/n/ninjagaiden2/.