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Platform, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Action, Fantasy
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Slay the enemies in the silence of the moment. Run through the world of Shinobi full of monsters and ninja actions. Grab Oborozuki, the legendary sword, and slay evil once more. Your clan and the world are counting on you.
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Nostalgic, clear, plot-driven and relentless.
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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Is The Doom Eternal of Ninja Games
Gmanlives · Aug 2025
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TheGamerGeorge FosterAug 20255/5 starsShinobi: Art of Vengeance is a home run on the first pitch. It’s one of the most gorgeous, creative, and satisfying games of 2025 and has effortlessly clawed its way to becoming my frontrunner for Game of the Year.
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VGCJordan MiddlerAug 20255/5 starsIt's been too long since we had a new Shinobi game, but Art of Vengeance has been more than worth the wait. With tremendous visuals, an exceptional soundtrack and a compelling combat system that makes each fight a delight, this elevates Sega's action platformer to new heights in the same way Lizardcube previously did with Streets of Rage 4. Exceptional.
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The Outerhaven ProductionsKeith MitchellAug 20255/5 starsAfter waiting for decades, Shinobi and Joe Musashi have not just made a proper return, but are a shining example of what SEGA can do with its older titles, should it want to. It’s simply flawless, full of enjoyable combat, tricky sections, and plenty to keep ninja gaming fans happy from start to finish. Welcome back, Joe. We’ve missed you.
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GamesRadar+Dustin BaileyAug 20253/5 starsI've found myself pretty dejected over just how little the levels capitalize on the strength of the basic action
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Game RantDalton CooperAug 20257/10Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is a solid 2D action platformer with a few shortcomings that keep it from reaching its full potential.
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IGDB rating 8.9/10 from 27 ratings.
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