SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance

 
The iconic white-clad ninja, Joe Musashi, is back in SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, a stunning hand-drawn 2D action platformer from Lizardcube (creators of Streets of Rage 4) and Sega. Old-school fans and newcomers alike jump into a saga of stealth, revenge, and mystical powers, blending classic Shinobi action with modern Metroidvania exploration and deep combat systems.
Vivid Combat, Deep Exploration, and Vengeance
When a paramilitary force called ENE Corp decimates Oboro Village and petrifies his ninja clan, Musashi sets out to face Lord Ruse and a legion of supernatural and cybernetic enemies. Every stage brims with secrets, bosses, and branching routes. Double jumps, dodge-rolls, and combos let you take down enemies with your sword, kunai, and magical Ninpo arts. Tag and stagger foes for a devastating Shinobi Execution, and use collectible amulets to customize your arsenal. Earn gold, unlock skills, and revisit stages in Arcade mode for speedrunning, all in a beautifully animated world inspired by Sega classics.
Key Features

Hand-drawn visuals: Vibrant art style from the team behind Wonder Boy and Streets of Rage 4.
Ninja combat: Fast-paced swordplay, kunai, Ninpo magic, and Shinobi Execution for tactical kills.
Metroidvania adventure: Explore, backtrack, and find upgrades and secrets across a large interconnected world.
Character upgrades: Equip amulets, unlock new moves, and customize Musashi as you progress.
Arcade mode: Replay completed stages for speedrun and combo challenges.
Epic story: Defend the Oboro Clan and seek revenge against ENE Corp’s monstrous armies.

Quick facts

Release Date: August 29, 2025
Developer: Lizardcube
Publisher: Sega
Genre: 2D action platformer, Metroidvania
Setting: Modern and mystical Japan, cybernetic and supernatural battlefields
Features: Fast combat, hand-drawn animation, upgrade system, speedrun/Arcade modes
Special Features: Shinobi Execution, amulet system, crossover Sega villains in future DLC