Shinobi: Art of Vengeance

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is a 2D side-scrolling action platformer that serves as a soft reboot of Sega's long-running Shinobi franchise. It reintroduces the series' protagonist Joe Musashi, master of the Oboro Clan. After years of peace, his village is destroyed and his fellow ninjas are turned to stone by the forces of ENE Corp, a shadowy organization led by Ruse. Seeking to avenge his clan, Joe embarks on a journey across varied environments—from urban strongholds and military bases to deserts and mountain temples—facing both human soldiers and supernatural enemies. In additional to the new gameplay elements, it retaining the series' hallmarks of fast-paced combat, precision platforming, and ninja-themed abilities.

Gameplay centers around melee combat with Joe’s katana, the Oborozuki, complemented by kunai projectiles, powerful Ninpo techniques, and a variety of unlockable special moves through currency spent at a shop. Encounters emphasize chaining combos, breaking through defenses, and managing groups of enemies with speed and efficiency. Players can also activate Shinobi Executions to finish off weakened foes in cinematic fashion, while equippable amulets alter statistics or enhance abilities, allowing for a degree of customization.