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NINJA MASTER'S

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60%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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NINJA MASTER'S is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Code Mystics and was released on June 28, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

The 1996 NEOGEO fighting game NINJA MASTER'S, beloved for its serious tone and innovative mechanics, is coming to Steam—now featuring online battles with rollback netcode! Preserving the original's graphics, controls, and arcade feel, this modern release adds several quality-of-life features, including smooth online matches, a fully equipped Practice Mode, and more. Switch between armed and unar…

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
  • Faithful and well-made port preserving original pixel graphics, controls, atmosphere, and arcade presentation while adding modern conveniences like rollback netcode and expanded practice tools.
  • Unique and deep gameplay mechanic allowing weapon switching between armed and unarmed combat, adding tactical depth and rewarding mechanical mastery.
  • Robust online multiplayer with rollback netcode, tournament modes, and local multiplayer support, complemented by gallery mode and achievements enhancing longevity.
  • Old-school arcade difficulty and AI aggression can be frustrating for newcomers, potentially making solo play less enjoyable without friends or online competition.
  • Online community is sparse with many players quitting early, leading to difficulties finding consistent matches despite strong netcode.
  • Some technical issues reported such as lag in rollback netcode and pause menu delays in training mode; Steam Deck support is functional but lacks full optimization.

  • gameplay

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    44% positive mentions, 56% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The gameplay offers surprising depth through its unique mechanic of switching between armed and unarmed combat, adding tactical complexity to traditional 2D fighting. It balances old-school challenge with rewarding skill progression, featuring smooth mechanics and high replayability. Additionally, the game’s straightforward controls suit handheld play, complemented by polished graphics and an immersive atmosphere.

    • “Well-made port of an old fighting game with surprising depth in terms of gameplay, detailed sprites and animations, and a dark soundtrack that helps immerse players in the atmosphere.”
    • “Its most memorable gameplay idea is the ability to switch between armed and unarmed combat during a fight, giving encounters a tactical dimension that separates the game from many traditional 2D fighters of its period.”
    • “That old-school nature can create frustration initially, but it also makes improvement particularly rewarding because victories increasingly feel connected to genuine mechanical understanding.”

  • graphics

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game intentionally preserves its retro pixel art style, avoiding modern graphical remasters to maintain its authentic arcade atmosphere. Character artwork and unique design materials enrich its visual appeal, providing a more archival feel. While not cutting-edge by today's standards, the graphics are well-regarded for their era and complement the deep gameplay mechanics.

    • “Rather than rebuilding the game around modern visual trends, the developers retain its pixel graphics, controls, serious atmosphere, and arcade-style presentation while expanding the package with features that make it considerably more convenient to practice and play competitively.”
    • “Character artwork and uncommon design materials offer additional insight into its visual development and make the package feel more archival than a basic arcade conversion.”
    • “Modern players should nevertheless understand that this is intentionally preserved retro artwork rather than a graphical remaster.”

  • atmosphere

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its dark, immersive feudal setting, enhanced by detailed pixel art, fluid animations, and a fitting soundtrack. It maintains a serious, arcade-style presentation that honors the original while adding modern conveniences, effectively conveying the game's depth and competitive intensity.

    • “Well-made port of an old fighting game with surprising depth in terms of gameplay, detailed sprites and animations, and a dark soundtrack that helps immerse players in the atmosphere.”
    • “Rather than rebuilding the game around modern visual trends, the developers retain its pixel graphics, controls, serious atmosphere, and arcade-style presentation while expanding the package with features that make it considerably more convenient to practice and play competitively.”
    • “Characters are clearly defined, attacks communicate their impact effectively, and the environments establish a suitably dark feudal atmosphere.”

  • optimization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, -34% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The game offers lasting value through skill mastery and competitive play, but Steam Deck users should expect functional compatibility rather than fully optimized performance, meaning the handheld experience may not match that of a dedicated console.

    • “Much of the lasting value comes from mastering characters, improving combinations, challenging increasingly capable opponents, pursuing faster time attack performances, and participating in multiplayer.”
    • “Players specifically buying or installing games for Deck use should expect functional compatibility rather than guaranteed console-like optimization.”
    • “Steam Deck users should consider the game playable rather than assume a completely optimized handheld experience.”
    • “Players specifically buying or installing games for Deck use should therefore expect functional compatibility rather than guaranteed console-like optimization.”

  • music

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The music features a dark soundtrack that effectively enhances the game's immersive atmosphere, though some users note the absence of an arranged soundtrack in this otherwise well-crafted port.

    • “Well-made port of an old fighting game with surprising depth in terms of gameplay, detailed sprites and animations, and a dark soundtrack that helps immerse players in the atmosphere.”
    • “Code Mystics pumps out another near-perfect port; it's only missing the arranged soundtrack.”
    • “Code Mystics pumps out another near perfect port, it's only missing the arranged soundtrack.”
    • “Well-made port of an old fighting game with surprising depth in terms of gameplay, detailed sprites and animations and dark soundtrack that helps immerse players in the atmosphere.”

  • story

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story is simple yet effective, offering enough feudal-fantasy elements to contextualize the battles without disrupting the fast-paced arcade gameplay.

    • “The story is straightforward by modern standards, but it provides enough feudal-fantasy flavor to give the battles context without interrupting the fast arcade structure.”

  • replayability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game’s replayability is driven by its mechanical depth rather than the amount of content, making repeated playthroughs engaging through varied gameplay experiences.

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NINJA MASTER'S is a action game. Common tags for NINJA MASTER'S include 2d, pixel graphics, 2d fighter, dark and 1990's.

NINJA MASTER'S is available on PC and Windows.

NINJA MASTER'S was released on June 28, 2026.

NINJA MASTER'S was developed by Code Mystics.

NINJA MASTER'S has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked NINJA MASTER'S for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

NINJA MASTER'S is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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