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SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance
Action
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Keyboard Only Option
Playable without Timed Input
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4.

Developers: SEGA Lizardcube
Publishers: SEGA
Release Date: Aug 28, 2025
Price (USD): $26.99
Current Players: Unknown

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Very Positive(98%)
stunning art
fluid combat
tight controls
excellent music
visual aesthetic
accessibility options
difficulty options
Metroidvania-lite
audio skips
occasional slowdowns
desire for hard mode
Art and animations are highly regarded, with combat being described as fluid and engaging. While the game includes accessibility options, some wish for more game difficulty options and cited random audio skips as a distraction. Despite these minor issues, the music and visual experience are celebrated, leaving players with an overall positive impression.

Positive Points

  • The game's art and animations are highly praised, described as stunning, beautiful, and vibrant with a unique cel-shaded style.
  • Combat is consistently described as fluid, fast-paced, and engaging with tight controls and a focus on combos.
  • The game delivers a strong visual aesthetic, providing a feeling of moving through a living art exhibit.
  • Reviewers appreciate the game's quality of life adjustments and accessibility options, making it appealing to a broader audience.
  • The music is consistently mentioned as excellent, adding to the overall immersive experience.

    • Negative Points

  • Some players experience random audio skips and occasional slowdowns, particularly during explosions.
  • A few users expressed a desire for a more traditional Metroidvania experience, though the game falls short of fulfilling this specific itch.

    • Mixed Points

  • The difficulty seems to be flexible, with options for easier gameplay, but some players desired a harder mode with smarter enemy AI.

    • Common Themes

  • Several reviews compared the game favorably to other well-known titles like Hollow Knight and Ninja Gaiden.
  • The game is often described as a great addition to the Metroidvania genre, even if not fully fitting that category.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgic nods to the Shinobi series and its characters.
    • Updated 8/27/2025, 12:01:06 AM UTC
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