Dr. Robotnik Heading to Shinobi
Get ready for an exciting clash of legends as Dr. Robotnik, alongside other iconic Sega bosses, takes center stage in Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, launching on August 29th!
Carlos Mendoza · 2 min read
Dr. Robotnik Joins Shinobi's Legendary Boss Roster in August
Sega has announced that Dr. Robotnik, Sonic's nemesis, will appear as a boss in the upcoming game, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. Developed jointly with Lizardcube, this return of a classic series promises extra challenges, including special bosses like Dr. Robotnik. The game is set for release on August 29th and will feature a host of legendary bosses from Sega's history. However, Dr. Robotnik is currently the only confirmed boss from the Sonic series. More bosses are scheduled for reveal in the coming months, with their release planned for 2026.
In Case You Missed It
For all you retro game enthusiasts out there, don’t miss the chance to dive into the world of Shinobi once again! Marcus Thompson over at Players for Life recently penned an exciting piece on the free trial available now for "Shinobi: Art of Vengeance" (August 11, 2025). This legendary series is making a triumphant return with Joe Musashi leading the charge, and the new graphics are nothing short of spectacular. Whether you’re nostalgic or curious about this cult classic, try it out now on PS5, PS4, and more before its official release on August 29th. Head over to his post for all the juicy details! If you're a fan of atmospheric and challenging gaming experiences, be sure to check out "Hell Is Us Fans, Studio's Got a Nice Surprise for You – And It's Free!" by Bruno Pferd (published on 2025-08-08). The blog dives into the upcoming free demo for Hell Is Us, which is set to drop on August 12th. With no map or visual markers to guide you, this game promises a unique and immersive adventure that tests your memory and observational skills. Head over to [Read the article] to find out more! Exciting news for all Nintendo fans out there! Jonathan Dubinski over at Players For Life has just unveiled the details of an upcoming Indie World Showcase set to take place on August 7th. This exclusive stream will feature around 15 minutes of fresh announcements and surprises from indie games hitting the Nintendo Switch, including highly anticipated titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Hades 2 (published on 2025-08-05). Make sure to mark your calendars and tune in for all the latest updates! New Nintendo Indie World Showcase Announced
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Game info
- Official Name
- Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
- Brief Summary
- Slay the enemies in the silence of the moment. Run through the world of Shinobi full of monsters and ninja actions. Grab Oborozuki, the legendary sword, and slay evil once more. Your clan and the world are counting on you.
- Platforms
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
- Released
- August 29, 2025
- Genre
- Platform, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
- Play Modes
- Single player
- Content Rating
- T
- Languages
- Chinese (Simplified), English, Japanese, Korean
- Genre
- Sega, Lizardcube
- Genre
- Sega
