SEGA AGES Shinobi
- January 23, 2020
- M2
The SEGA Master System was the first console I ever owned, and of all the games I played on it, Shinobi was one of my favourites.
Ninjutsu master Joe Musashi returns in this classic side-scrolling platformer. Utilize shurikens, throwing knives, and more to defeat the enemy and free the hostages. Need more time? Use the rewind feature to move back in time to make sure you’re using your best moves. Challenge the SEGA AGES version of Shinobi by using the newly added melee button for a special bonus score. Or if you prefer s…
Nintendo Switch
Reviews
- The game is very fun and offers a challenging experience that improves with practice.
- Tight controls and excellent variety of stages and enemies make for engaging gameplay.
- New additions make the game more accessible, appealing to both new players and franchise fans.
- The game has a short playthrough time of only 25 minutes.
- Basic game design may not appeal to those looking for more depth.
- Some players may find it frustrating to deal with digital code issues and glitches when purchasing.
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users have reported encountering several glitches related to the eShop and Amazon, indicating some stability issues within the platform.
“I've encountered several glitches on the eShop and Amazon.”
“I've encountered several glitches on the eShop and Amazon.”
“I've encountered several glitches on the eShop and Amazon.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their modern enhancements and effective use of original artwork, highlighting that the game is an arcade version rather than a simple port.
“The graphics are stunning, with tons of modern extras and a great use of original artwork that truly captures the essence of the arcade version.”
“The visual design is impressive, showcasing vibrant colors and detailed environments that enhance the overall gaming experience.”
“The character models and animations are beautifully crafted, making every moment visually engaging and immersive.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its excellent variety of stages and enemies, offering tight controls that remain impressive even against later series entries. The whimsical portrayal of ninjas adds to the overall enjoyment, making the experience highly entertaining.
“The excellent variety of stages and enemies complements the tight gameplay, which still feels spot-on even compared with later entries in the series. Its rather fanciful representation of ninjas is difficult to get too upset about when it’s just so much fun.”
Critic Reviews
SEGA AGES Shinobi Review
Shinobi as a game has aged extremely well – it’s still an absolute blast to play today – and that goes a long way to making this a worthy download. The excellent variety of stages and enemies complement the tight gameplay which still feels spot-on even compared with later entries in the series, and its rather fanciful representation of ninjas is difficult to get too upset about when it’s just so much fun. We’d frankly like to see some later Sega games appearing in the Sega Ages range at some point, but it’s great to see a return to the company's heritage after some of the other more questionable releases.
80%SEGA AGES Shinobi (Switch) Review
When is being a ninja not cool?
70%SEGA AGES Shinobi Review
As always, M2 has done a commendable job at preserving a piece of gaming history. Shinobi was an early and influential action title that set things in motion for greater things to come. The amazing Mega Drive sequels would cement the franchise as a legitimate action platformer franchise that gave SEGA an edge over Nintendo. Even the two highly underrated PlayStation 2 releases could give Capcom a run for its money with their take on 3D character action. Only the most die-hard of retro game enthusiasts will get something out of SEGA AGES Shinobi. Everyone else would find a much more enjoyable experience with the other Shinobi instalments found in the SEGA Mega Drive Classics compilation, or by just downloading Shinobi (2002) onto a PlayStation 3 off of PSN.
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