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Ninja Five-O
Ninja Five-OStealth-action platformer where ninja magic meets classic swordplay
Ninja Spirit
Ninja SpiritRevenge-driven ninja action across seven deadly stages
Overview
Description

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.

Ninja Spirit puts you in the role of Gekkou, a young ninja seeking vengeance for his father's death. Set in an alternate feudal Japan, you slash through woodlands, wastelands, swamps, temples, and cliffs, confronting fierce bosses at the end of each stage.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Hack & Slash
Best for
Fans of retro platformers
Fans of retro arcade action
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$19.99
release date
2003-04-11
1988-12-31
Specifications
developer
Hudson Soft
Irem Corporation
publisher
Konami
NEC Technologies, Activision, Irem, Irem Corporation
age rating
ESRB E
ESRB E10+, PEGI 12
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
79/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging blend of stealth and action
  • Varied ninja abilities keep gameplay fresh
  • Well‑designed boss encounters
  • Rich level design with secrets
  • Varied stage environments keep gameplay fresh
  • Multiple weapon types offer strategic depth
  • Co‑op mode adds replayability
  • Authentic retro arcade feel
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Short overall campaign length
  • Limited modern quality‑of‑life features
  • Graphics are dated by today’s standards
  • Only available on PC
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