Acquire, founded in 1994, has made video game history as the creators of Tenchu and Way of the Samurai, among others. After years of experimenting with other themes, the developers decided to return to their roots and develop another work strongly rooted in Japanese culture. Thus was born Yakoh Shinobi Ops, a stealthy action game with a tactical twist, created with cooperative gameplay in mind.
In Yakoh Shinobi Ops, the action is viewed from a bird's eye view. During the gameplay , we take on the role of one of up to four shinobi, who carry out the tasks set before them as part of the title's operations, and still have to reach an evacuation point after completing the mission objectives.
The protagonists run across rooftops, hide in shadows and sneak behind the backs of guards patrolling the locations (the latter is facilitated by clearly visible fields of view of enemies, which are depicted in the form of cones). At the same time, they must watch out for traps set for them.
Although heroes can eliminate enemies silently, this is not necessary and often not advisable. In addition to serial adversaries, shinobi are followed by immortal hunters. With the latter they do not stand a chance in a direct clash, so they must avoid them at all costs and, if necessary, save themselves by running away.
In addition to their ability to move silently and climb elements of their surroundings, shinobi make use of gadgets. A rope with a hook allows them to efficiently get to high places, smoke screens facilitate escape, while flash grenades distract enemies. The key to success is the efficient use of the character's abilities, as well as close cooperation with the others and synchronization of attacks, movements and use of gadgets.
Yakoh Shinobi Ops was developed primarily for online cooperative gameplay for up to four people.
Platforms:
PC Windows
PlayStation 5
Developer: Acquire
Publisher: Shueisha Games
Age restrictions: 16+
Similar Games: