Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
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About Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance arrives on August 29, 2025 as a modern return for the classic franchise by developer Lizardcube and publisher Sega. This title targets fans of fast-paced action with its platforming and hack-and-slash roots. You control a ninja clan member wielding Oborozuki, the legendary sword, to clear out monsters threatening the world. The game launches across PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Microsoft Windows. It offers a single-player campaign focused on delivering brutal combat in a dark setting where silence often precedes violence.
Gameplay
Sessions involve sprinting through levels while slicing enemies with Oborozuki or using ranged shuriken attacks. The combat loop demands precise timing since you must strike during brief windows of enemy vulnerability to maximize damage. You navigate vertical stages that require platforming skills alongside the melee focus. Controls feel tight with instant response for dodges and special moves that clear groups of foes. There are no multiplayer modes here so every run is a solo effort against waves of monsters. Players will spend most minutes grinding through combat encounters, unlocking new abilities, and attempting to beat their previous times on each stage.
What Players Think
The PlayPile community has rated this title highly with an IGDB score of 88.8 out of 100 based on 20 user ratings. Average playtime for a full run sits around 8 hours for completionists, though casual players finish faster. Only 38.5 percent of the 29 available achievements unlock on average, indicating significant difficulty in some areas. The rarest achievement "SEGA Mega Play" remains locked by just 1.00 percent of players who have tried it. Community moods lean heavily toward excitement for the combat system with many noting the challenge levels keep things fresh throughout the campaign.
PlayPile's Take
This game costs $16.34 at its lowest on Fanatical which makes it a solid buy for action fans. The 29 achievements provide long-term goals but the low unlock rate suggests you need patience to see everything. It works best for players who enjoy punishing difficulty and precise timing over story depth. If you can handle the challenge of the rarest achievements you will find plenty of value here. Do not expect a large world or endless modes since this stays focused on tight combat loops.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
88.6
RAWG Rating
3.7
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