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Elden Ring vs The Ninja Warriors

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Elden Ring
Elden RingAn open-world soulslike action RPG from FromSoftware and George R. R. Martin.
The Ninja Warriors
The Ninja WarriorsSide‑scrolling beat‑em‑up with ninja combos and co‑op action
Overview
Description

Elden Ring is a challenging open-world action RPG that brings FromSoftware’s punishing combat into a vast, explorable land conceived with George R. R. Martin. It rewards curiosity and mastery with deep build variety and cryptic, atmospheric storytelling.

The Ninja Warriors delivers classic side‑scrolling hand‑to‑hand combat where players control either Kunoichi or Ninja, battling waves of Banglar forces across five dystopian levels. Each character features unique combo moves, dash attacks, throws, stabbing, and air strikes, with a special energy bar that fuels powerful attacks when filled.

Pricing

Around $59.99; Shadow of the Erdtree expansion sold separately.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Hack & Slash
Best for
Action RPG fans who enjoy a challenge
Retro action fans
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Taito
publisher
The Sales Curve, Taito
age rating
CERO B
multiplayer
Single player, Co-operative
General
release date
1988-12-31
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Massive, rewarding open world
  • Incredible boss design
  • Huge build freedom
  • High replay value
  • Two playable characters with distinct moves
  • Responsive combo system with crouch attacks
  • Local co‑operative gameplay
  • Authentic retro arcade feel
Cons
  • Very difficult, steep learning curve
  • Little hand-holding
  • Performance issues at launch on some platforms
  • No online multiplayer, only local co‑op
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
  • Short campaign length with only five levels
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
3
0
User rating
4.0 (2)
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What reviewers say

Elden Ring Reviews

4.0 (2)
Verified User

Love it

Sunk way too many hours into Elden Ring. Massive, rewarding open world. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Verified User

Fun with caveats

Picked up Elden Ring recently. Upside: high replay value. Downside: very difficult, steep learning curve.

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The Ninja Warriors Reviews

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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Elden Ring offers a massive, challenging open‑world RPG experience, while The Ninja Warriors delivers a short, retro side‑scrolling beat‑em‑up with local co‑op.

Key differences

  • Game scope: Elden Ring is an expansive open‑world RPG; Ninja Warriors is a five‑level arcade beat‑em‑up.
  • Multiplayer: Elden Ring lacks co‑op; Ninja Warriors supports local two‑player co‑op.
  • Platform reach: Elden Ring runs on PC, PlayStation and Xbox; Ninja Warriors platform details are unspecified beyond its original arcade release.
  • Difficulty: Elden Ring is noted for a very steep learning curve; Ninja Warriors’ difficulty is not specified but is generally less punishing.
  • Pricing model: Elden Ring costs around $59.99 with a separate expansion; Ninja Warriors is a one‑time paid title with price not disclosed.
DimensionWinner

Gameplay & fun factor

Elden Ring provides deep build variety, open‑world exploration and demanding combat versus Ninja Warriors' limited five‑level beat‑em‑up.

Elden Ring

Platform availability

Elden Ring is confirmed on PC, PlayStation and Xbox; Ninja Warriors' modern platform support is not specified.

Elden Ring

Price & value

Elden Ring costs around $59.99 plus optional expansion; Ninja Warriors is a one‑time paid title, price unknown.

Tie

Multiplayer / co‑op

Ninja Warriors offers local co‑op for two players; Elden Ring has no co‑op mode.

The Ninja Warriors

Content & replayability

Elden Ring features a massive world and high replay value; Ninja Warriors has only five levels.

Elden Ring

Difficulty & accessibility

Elden Ring is described as very difficult with steep learning curve; Ninja Warriors' difficulty is not highlighted, implying lower barrier.

The Ninja Warriors

Graphics & performance

Elden Ring uses modern 3D graphics (though launch performance issues); Ninja Warriors uses retro pixel art, which is dated by modern standards.

Elden Ring

Choose Elden Ring if…

Players seeking deep, challenging open‑world RPGs and who don’t need co‑op.

Choose The Ninja Warriors if…

Players wanting a quick retro beat‑em‑up with local co‑op.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper overall?

Elden Ring costs around $59.99 plus optional expansion; Ninja Warriors is a one‑time purchase, price not disclosed, so cost cannot be directly compared.

Do either of these games support online multiplayer?

No. Elden Ring has no co‑op; Ninja Warriors only supports local co‑op, no online multiplayer.

Which title offers more content to play through?

Elden Ring offers a massive open world with many hidden dungeons and high replay value, whereas Ninja Warriors contains only five levels.