Dead or Alive 4 is a thrilling Xbox 360 video game that is another part of the Dead or Alive series. Following the destruction of Project Omega, Hayate returns to the Mugen Tenshin Ninja Clan and assumes the role of leader. This fighting game commences as Hayate sets out to permanently destroy the Dead or Alive Executive Committee. Key characters are Ayane, Ryu Hayabusa, and Kasumi, and they accompany Hayate on his mission. Dead or Alive 4 features 22 characters that gamers can choose to use and features six modes of play. Five of these characters must be unlocked. These six modes are Story, Time Attack, Survival, Team Battle, and Versus. Story mode provides the most comprehensive back story while Time Attack requires players to defeat a set amount of opponents in the shortest amount of time possible. Survival mode requires players to defeat as many opponents as possible, and Team Battle pits eight characters against another set of eight characters. Versus mode puts two players against each other or against the computer. Dead or Alive 4 has a tighter counter system with a revised damage infliction. Characters in this Microsoft Xbox 360 video game have advanced combat moves. This fighting game features verbal reactions by characters when they are punched or kicked.