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The Cyber Shinobi
The Cyber ShinobiA futuristic ninja quest to stop Cyber‑Zeed’s nuclear threat
The Revenge of Shinobi
The Revenge of ShinobiJoe Musashi returns for vengeance against Neo Zeed in classic side‑scroll action
Overview
Description

Set in the 21st century, The Cyber Shinobi follows Joe Musashi’s grandson as he battles the terrorist group Cyber‑Zeed across six diverse stages, from a construction site to a jungle waterfall. The game blends classic platforming with hack‑and‑slash combat, delivering fast‑paced action on the SEGA Master System. As the exclusive sequel to the original Shinobi, it introduces new cyber‑themed enemies and environments while retaining the series’ signature ninja moves. Players must navigate each level, defeat bosses, and prevent stolen plutonium from being launched worldwide.

The Revenge of Shinobi continues the legendary Shinobi saga, pitting Joe Musashi against the revived crime syndicate Neo Zeed after they murder his teacher and kidnap his fiancée. This title, originally released in 1989, was the first Shinobi game built exclusively for home consoles, delivering fast‑paced hack‑and‑slash gameplay across multiple platforms.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Hack & Slash
Best for
Fans of classic ninja platformers
Fans of retro action platformers
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
publisher
Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Tec Toy
Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Sega Corporation, Tec Toy, Sega
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
age rating
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ESRB E10+, PEGI 12
critic score
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80/100
General
release date
1990-12-31
1989-12-02
msrp
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$9.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Authentic SEGA Master System experience
  • Varied level design keeps gameplay fresh
  • Tight controls and satisfying ninja combat
  • Memorable retro soundtrack
  • Faithful recreation of the original arcade experience
  • Tight, responsive controls ideal for platforming
  • Rich retro soundtrack enhances immersion
  • Broad platform availability
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Only available on legacy hardware
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • No save‑state or checkpoint system
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