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Akane the Kunoichi
Akane the KunoichiRescue your samurai master in a stealthy platform adventure
Ninja Five-O
Ninja Five-OStealth-action platformer where ninja magic meets classic swordplay
Overview
Description

You play as Akane, a secretive kunoichi ninja who harbors a hidden love for her samurai master Goro. When Goro is kidnapped by the villainous Hiromi, Akane must embark on a daring rescue mission across treacherous lands. The game blends classic platforming with adventure storytelling, offering tight controls, challenging puzzles, and a compelling narrative that keeps players engaged from start to finish.

Take on the role of Ninja Five-O as he uses skill, stealth and magic to rescue hostages and defeat enemies across six challenging missions. Master ninja swords, shuriken, and ancient ninjitsu while exploring 20 levels filled with hidden power‑ups and secret items. The game features a Kaginawa wire grappling hook for dynamic movement, unique boss characters per level, and a blend of platforming and action that rewards precise timing and strategic use of ninja abilities.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Hack & Slash
Best for
Fans of retro platformers
Fans of retro platformers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Haruneko Entertainment
Hudson Soft
publisher
Haruneko Entertainment
Konami
age rating
ESRB T
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
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79/100
General
release date
2011-05-28
2003-04-11
msrp
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$19.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging rescue storyline
  • Tight and responsive controls
  • Beautiful pixel‑art visuals
  • Varied level design with puzzles
  • Engaging blend of stealth and action
  • Varied ninja abilities keep gameplay fresh
  • Well‑designed boss encounters
  • Rich level design with secrets
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • No online multiplayer features
  • Some levels may feel repetitive
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Short overall campaign length
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