Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle + Hell
- May 11, 2022
- CITY CONNECTION
Get on SteamIn "Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle + Hell," players join Jajamaru and friends in fighting an army of ghosts in a side-scrolling action game. With over 20 playable characters, each with unique abilities, and the option for two-player cooperative play, players must collect Jalecoins to unlock Hell Mode and face new stages and enemies. Upgraded heroes, Super JaJaMaru and Super BlueJaJa, each have their own strengths and become more powerful as they level up.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Addictive gameplay with a ton of unlockables and content that encourages replayability.
- Charming audiovisual presentation with great pixel art and a fantastic soundtrack.
- Simple controls and pick-up-and-play mechanics make it accessible for both new and returning players.
- Some in-game achievements and Steam achievements have translation errors.
- The game may feel a bit short for some players despite its replay value.
- There are minor issues with controller compatibility as indicated on the store page.
- music16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with players appreciating the option to choose between modern and chip tune soundtracks, both of which are described as excellent. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the addictive gameplay and charming visuals, with some even purchasing the soundtrack DLC shortly after starting the game. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's nostalgic yet modern appeal, making it a delightful experience for players.
“The music is absolutely fantastic; there are tons of characters to unlock that give some extra variety, the art direction keeps the NES feel perfectly but has the bonus of more diverse color palettes, and the game has a solid difficulty curve for normal mode.”
“Also, the music is gorgeous; I was two stages in and I just alt-tabbed and bought the soundtrack DLC.”
“You can choose between 2 soundtracks (modern or chip tunes, and both are excellent).”
“It's like the classic game but with modern gameplay and soundtrack, very enjoyable to play.”
“On top of the addictive gameplay, and a fun audio and visual presentation, this is a really great package, since it features a healthy amount of stages, and plenty of unlockables to keep you coming for more, including countless unlockable characters (some from other Jaleco titles), alternate modes, retro soundtrack options, and a rather healthy amount of materials from past entries in the series (including various box art and cartridge photos, concept art, design documents, and more).”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simple, fast, and addictive nature, making it accessible for players of all skill levels. It features a variety of stages and unlockables, including characters and alternate modes, enhancing replayability. Additionally, the game revitalizes the original Ninja Jajamaru-kun mechanics with new features, providing a fresh experience while maintaining nostalgic elements.
“The core gameplay takes the original Ninja Jajamaru-kun gameplay from the NES and smooths it out, plus adds some nice new mechanics to make the whole thing fresh.”
“On top of the addictive gameplay and a fun audio and visual presentation, this is a really great package, since it features a healthy amount of stages and plenty of unlockables to keep you coming back for more, including countless unlockable characters (some from other Jaleco titles), alternate modes, retro soundtrack options, and a rather healthy amount of materials from past entries in the series (including various box art and cartridge photos, concept art, design documents, and more).”
“(The original arcade game, not the NES platformer), and Bubble Bobble, has the kind of simple, fast, addictive gameplay that anyone can pick up and play, and that you'll be coming back to improve your scores.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as addictive and simple, featuring a charming aesthetic that complements the game's overall appeal. The visuals are enhanced by a great soundtrack and lively fanfare, contributing to an engaging experience.
“Addictive and simple, charming graphics, great soundtrack, lots of fanfare.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the "Ninja Kun" series, often reminiscing about their childhood experiences with the game, which evokes feelings of nostalgia and warmth. This sense of fondness highlights the game's ability to resonate deeply with its audience, creating a wholesome and memorable impact.
“Playing 'Ninja Kun' on a famiclone as a kid brings back wholesome memories for me.”
“This series evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and warmth from my childhood.”
