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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance - what year is it, once again?

Release date: August 29, 2025

The series started in 1987!

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is a fast-paced action game set in feudal Japan. We step into the shoes of Joe Musashi, who is seeking to avenge the fall of his clan. The game is all about smooth close combat, sneaking, and acrobatics, offering intense fights with enemies and the option to take them out from hiding.

Joe Musashi must avenge the clan!

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance stands out with its stylized graphics, atmospheric soundtrack, and cinematic storytelling that emphasizes themes of honor, revenge, and battling inner demons. Each level was designed with different play styles in mind - from sneaking past patrols to open boss fights. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is a tribute to the series that started in 1987.

1. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance in our encyclopedia