Games like Shinobi™ III: Return of the Ninja Master
by SEGA
Joe Musashi’s sworn enemy, the Neo Zeed are secretly rebuilding an organization in Japan after the battle in Neo City. Joe (code name Shinobi) senses the evil power growing and starts to make his way back to fight the Neo Zeed once again.
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Shadow Dancer™
Jun 1 · SEGA
Both: Ninja · Platformer · Classic
New York City has fallen into the hands of a group of ninja warriors called Union Lizard, and they have taken people hostage. Kato, Joe Musashi’s former martial arts student, has been mortally wounded while investigating Union Lizard, leaving his faithful dog Yamato. Joe Musashi swore to avenge Kato’s death, and headed for New York.
ActionNinjaPlatformer2DSingleplayerClassic
$19.99The Messenger
Aug 30 · Sabotage
Both: Platformer · Ninja
As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.
RetroPlatformerPixel GraphicsMetroidvaniaNinja2DGreat SoundtrackIndieAction2D Platformer👍 10,714
$1.9910 Second Ninja
Mar 5 · Four Circle Interactive
Both: Platformer · Ninja
Ninjas are cool, this is an established fact of the universe. Nazi Robots from space are not cool, they are the complete opposite of cool, and Robot Hitler is out to get you, the world's first ninja. You have 10 seconds to destroy all Nazi Robots in your vicinity. IT. IS. ON.
IndieActionPlatformerNinjaFast-PacedPuzzle2DTime AttackDifficultSingleplayer👍 370
$9.99Mini Ninjas
Sep 8 · IO Interactive
Both: Ninja · Platformer
Mini Ninjas is a game that combines furious action with stealth and exploration for an experience that appeals to a wide audience across age groups and preferences. It’s an action-adventure with a strong focus on allowing the player freedom to explore the world and has the depth to allow for very varied gameplay and approaches to getting...
AdventureActionNinjaStealthCuteSingleplayerFamily Friendly3D PlatformerThird PersonPlatformer👍 3,683
$19.99Cyber Shadow
Jan 26 · Aarne "MekaSkull" Hunziker
Both: Ninja · Platformer
The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.
NinjaRetroPixel Graphics2DPlatformerAnimeMetroidvaniaActionCyberpunkIndie👍 1,294
$0.992 Ninjas 1 Cup
Feb 3 · Vogelfänger
Both: Platformer · Ninja
Get ready for a game so stupid you would rather show your browser history than admit that you like it! Lots of action, explosions and yes, it's a penis-tank in the trailer.
ActionPlatformerNinja2DMemesComedyDifficultSingleplayerPixel GraphicsGreat Soundtrack👍 311
Golden Axe™
Jun 1 · SEGA
Both: Classic
The land of Yuria has been invaded and is now ruled by the iron fist of Death Adder, who secured his throne by seizing the Golden Axe™. Three brave warriors now rise to the challenge of defeating Death Adder and his soldiers and returning peace to the Kingdom.
ClassicActionBeat 'em upArcade2DRetroFantasyLocal Co-OpSingleplayerFemale Protagonist
-70%$3.89RONIN
Jun 30 · Tomasz Wacławek
Both: Ninja · Platformer
Ronin is stylish a turn-based action platformer following the exploits of a vengeful heroine determined to strike down five prominent figures of a powerful corporation.
IndieActionNinjaTurn-BasedPlatformerStealth2DFemale ProtagonistTurn-Based CombatTurn-Based Tactics👍 1,613
$16.99KUNAI
Feb 6 · TurtleBlaze
Both: Platformer · Ninja
KUNAI is a quirky, fast-paced action platformer. You play as Tabby, a tablet who joins the fight against a robot uprising. Use your kunai and ninja parkour skills to stop Lemonkus, the A.I.-gone-evil that almost wiped out all human life.
IndieActionAdventureMetroidvaniaPlatformerGreat SoundtrackPixel Graphics2DNinjaSingleplayer👍 443
$1.99Draw Slasher
Oct 13 · Mass Creation
Both: Ninja · Platformer
Draw Slasher is the unique demanding and dynamic action packed beat'em up you need only a mouse to play. Cut, slice, snip, sever, chop, shear and trim hordes of Pirate Monkey Zombies™.
ActionIndieAdventureNinja2DMouse OnlySide ScrollerBeat 'em upZombiesPlatformer👍 167
$14.99STRIDER™ / ストライダー飛竜®
Feb 19 · Double Helix Games, Capcom
Both: Platformer · Ninja
Strider returns in a brand new adventure, complete with incredible side-scrolling action, and lightning fast combat all in a massive interconnected world! Download the full game February 19th and become the original assassin!
PlatformerMetroidvaniaActionNinjaSide ScrollerHack and SlashReboot2.5DArcadeAdventure👍 2,167
-80%$1.99Shadow Blade: Reload
Aug 10 · Dead Mage
Both: Ninja · Platformer
Shadow Blade is an action-platformer set in a visually striking world where the ancient teachings of ninjas and samurai clash upon a modern landscape. Sprint through stages littered with traps, slaying enemies along your path without hesitation as Kuro, the blade of shadow!
ActionIndieNinjaPlatformerFast-Paced2.5DSide ScrollerSingleplayer👍 204
-75%$9.99NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER
Jun 29 · Soleil Ltd.
Both: Ninja
Battle as a team of 4 to compete against other teams online! Graphically, SHINOBI STRIKER is also built from the ground up in a completely new graphic style. Lead your team and fight online to see who the best ninjas are!
AnimeCharacter CustomizationMultiplayerActionFightingNinjaCo-opPvPOpen WorldRPG👍 42,574
$19.99Super House of Dead Ninjas
Feb 18 · Megadev
Both: Platformer · Ninja
Super House of Dead Ninjas is an action arcade game with roguelite elements. Race against a 30 second timer as you descend floor after foe-filled floor and attempt to unlock the secrets of this deadly tower!Play as the fearsome Crimson Ninja, wielding an arsenal of deadly ninja weapons and attacks.
Action RoguelikeActionPlatformerRoguelikeIndieNinjaDifficultReplay Value2DArcade👍 1,470
$9.99THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH
Apr 3 · SNK CORPORATION, Code Mystics
Both: Classic
KOF ’97 is the final entry in the Orochi Saga, the original storyline of the KOF series, which is still played by enthusiastic fans around the world. KOF ’97 makes a return with new features such as online matchmaking, a new gallery mode, and custom menu BGM settings!
Action2D FighterFightingMultiplayerArcadeClassicAnime2DPixel Graphics👍 1,541


