Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 is already looking hard as nails, and this time around you’ll be able to buddy up with a friend to get your collective backsides kicked all the way to Kyoto.

As you can see in these latest screens, the co-op mode in NGS2 is shaping up nicely.

As with the last game the lighting effects will play a big part in the proceedings, ensuring that every kill is celebrated with a mini fireworks display.

Indeed, this seems to confirm the direction that Hayashi-san is taking with the game, since the PS3 version will contain less bloodshed than previous incarnations of the game.

For now, check out the online co-op screens below and tell us what you think in the comments.

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