Microsoft has today confirmed the release date for Team Ninja’s hack and slash 360 exclusive Ninja Gaiden 2 for Europe. The date you need to mark down in the calendar is June 6th. That’s right Europe, the critically acclaimed series is back for its Xbox 360 debut.

The Ninja Gaiden series is known for its brutal difficultly, and NG 2 is no different. This game has you returning as Ryu Hayabusa on a mission to avenge his clan and of course prevent the destruction of the human race, the adventure will take you all over the world spanning locations such as Tokyo, New York and the hellish Netherworld. A new feature that has been added, after the success of Halo 3’s film sharing, Ninja Gaiden 2 will have the same feature allowing you to share your death defining stunts and kills with your friends via Xbox Live.

With a demo planned for release before the game launches you will be able to soon try out Team Ninja’s hack and slash very soon. Stay tuned to thegamereviews.com for more Ninja Gaiden 2 news as we get it.