Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Demo Released
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Key Takeaways
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- Shinobi: Art of Vengeance demo is available on multiple platforms, offering players a preview of the games first stage.
- The full game launches on August 29 for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
- Players can unlock additional tools in Arcade mode to explore alternative routes after completing the demos story mode.
- Digital pre-orders offer a 10% discount, along with two exclusive bonuses: the classic Arcade outfit for Joe Musashi and the Hunters Luck Amulet. Limited Run Games and select regional retailers also offer physical copies for pre-order in three different versions.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – Free Demo Available Now on Multiple Platforms
Sega and Lizardcube have released a free demo for Shinobi: Art of Vengeance on PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. The full game will launch on August 29 for these platforms. The demo offers players a preview of the game’s first stage, Village Oboro, where Joe Musashi’s city has been destroyed by evil forces. Players first navigate the village in story mode, then return in arcade mode to unlock additional tools for exploring alternative routes. As protagonist Joe Musashi, players will confront the evil Lord Ruse and rescue the widows and orphans amidst the rain-soaked rooftops of Neo City. The game features modernized action, including fluid earth-air combos and a medal system for customizing ninja skills. Digital pre-orders offer a 10% discount, along with two exclusive bonuses: the classic Arcade outfit for Joe Musashi and the Hunter’s Luck Amulet. Limited Run Games and select regional retailers offer physical copies for pre-order in three different versions.
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| Specification | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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