Ninja: Shadow of Darkness

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Wield shurikens and katana blades in this 1998 PlayStation brawler. As Kurosawa, you slash through hordes of enemies across scrolling stages filled with traps and obstacles. Each level lets you gather power-ups like health boosters, weapon upgrades, and scrolls that unlock new moves. Combat mixes quick melee strikes with timed dodges and special attacks. The difficulty ramps steadily with tougher foes and larger arenas as you progress toward showdowns with massive bosses. Community feedback highlights the game’s punchy animations and tight control scheme. While some note the simplicity of level design by modern standards, retro fans praise its relentless action and the challenge of mastering boss patterns. With no multiplayer and a single campaign, it remains a niche pick for those craving pure beat-'em-up intensity from the late 90s.