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1987

A 1987 arcade classic where you play ninja Joe, rescuing hostages across short stages and facing a boss at the end of each mission. It demands quick reflexes and precise shuriken throwing.

  • Jumping and platforming
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
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The closest matches for Shinobi are The Revenge of Shinobi, Shadow Dancer and Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Shinobi special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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The Revenge of Shinobi

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Brings what grabs you about Shinobi: jumping and platforming, melee combat with weapons or fists as well as a demanding difficulty.

A classic 16-bit Sega ninja platformer where you play Joe Musashi, slicing through tight, punchy stages with shuriken, sword and ninja magic against a criminal syndicate. Known for its great soundtrack and demanding action.

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Shadow Dancer

Jumping and platforming

A classic arcade action platformer where a ninja and his dog take on terrorists through short, demanding stages with shuriken and sword. A sequel to Shinobi that rewards reflexes and memorization.

Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi

Jumping and platforming

You play as a ninja fighting through punishing side-scrolling stages with the help of your loyal dog. Fast sword strikes, shuriken and precise jumping make it a demanding action platformer from the early Genesis era.

Cataegis : The White Wind

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A frantic 2D arcade action game in a retro style that pays tribute to the 8-bit side-scrollers of old. Quick reflexes and classic arcade feel take center stage.

Rygar

Jumping and platforming

A classic arcade platformer where the resurrected warrior Rygar fights through hordes of monsters with his Diskarmor to reach the demon Ligar. Fast, linear action with old-school 1980s difficulty.

Athena

Jumping and platforming

A classic SNK arcade platformer where Princess Athena fights through mythology-inspired worlds, picking up weapons and armor along the way.

Celeste Classic

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

The original tiny platformer made for the PICO-8 fantasy console: you climb a mountain with precise jumps and eight-direction dashes. Short screens and instant restarts make it tough yet compelling.

Super House of Dead Ninjas

Jumping and platforming

A fast 2D action-platformer where you plunge down a randomly generated tower as a crimson ninja, cutting through enemies with blades, shurikens and special attacks. Short, frantic runs and a retro look give it an arcade feel.

Dungeon Escape

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A tough 2D platformer where you fight your way out of a perilous dungeon filled with enemies and traps. Simple visuals and a strong chiptune soundtrack give it a retro feel.

Strider

Jumping and platforming

A fast arcade action platformer where you play ninja Hiryu, slashing with a plasma blade and flipping, climbing and sliding through a futuristic dystopia. Short, brisk and demanding.

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