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ShinobiRescue hostages and defeat bosses in fast‑paced ninja action
Shinobi II: The Silent Fury
Shinobi II: The Silent FuryA fast‑paced ninja platformer exclusive to Sega Game Gear.
Overview
Description

The game features unlimited shuriken, close‑range punches and kicks, and a power‑up that transforms your attacks into explosive gunfire and katana slashes. Master timing, memorize enemy patterns, and use the one‑time ninja magic per stage to clear the screen and achieve high scores.

Shinobi II: The Silent Fury continues the classic Sega ninja saga on the Game Gear, delivering tight side‑scroll action and challenging boss battles. Players dash, jump, and slash through eight distinct stages, mastering stealth and combat to rescue hostages and defeat the evil organization.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Hack & Slash
Best for
Retro action fans
Fans of classic side‑scroll action
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
1987-11-16
1992-12-11
Specifications
developer
Team Shinobi
Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
publisher
Asmik Corporation, Virgin Mastertronic, Sega Enterprises, Ltd., The Sales Curve
Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Sega of America
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB E10+
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player
critic score
60/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Classic arcade feel with tight controls
  • Varied power‑up system adds strategic depth
  • Challenging boss encounters
  • High replay value for score hunting
  • Authentic 1990s arcade feel
  • Tight controls suited for handheld play
  • Varied level design with memorable bosses
  • High replay value through hidden secrets
Cons
  • One‑hit death can be unforgiving
  • Limited continues reduce accessibility
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited to single‑player experience
  • Graphics are low‑resolution by modern standards
  • No official modern re‑release on consoles
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