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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Launches With Strong Reviews Across Major Platforms

Lizardcube revives Sega’s classic with hand-drawn animation, Metroidvania-style exploration, veteran composers on the soundtrack.

Overview

  • The game releases today on PlayStation 5 and 4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
  • Design marries classic arcade action with lighter Metroidvania exploration that invites revisiting stages once new abilities are unlocked.
  • Combat emphasizes precise katana play, combo chains, limited projectiles, ninpo special moves, ninjutsu ultimates, and equippable amulets that shape builds.
  • Early reviews from Polygon and Empire praise the presentation and responsive controls while noting navigation quirks and occasional frustration in progression or boss pacing.
  • Sega has outlined a post-launch Sega Villains stage that features Dr. Robotnik/Dr. Eggman.