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What is the best Shinobi game?

by YPB Team

From 16-bit classics that defined a console to stylish modern revivals, this ninja saga cuts across eras and platforms. Where do you stand?

  1. Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master — ranked #11
    Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master
    The 1993 Genesis entry widely regarded as the series' high point for its slick action-platforming.
    1000pts
  2. Shinobi (Nintendo 3DS, 2011) — ranked #22
    Shinobi (Nintendo 3DS, 2011)
    The 2011 handheld revival returning to classic 2.5D side-scrolling gameplay.
    785pts
  3. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance — ranked #33
    Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
    The acclaimed 2025 hand-drawn revival returning the series to 2D side-scrolling action.
    577pts
  4. Shinobi Legions — ranked #44
    Shinobi Legions
    A 1995 Sega Saturn entry using digitized live-action sprites.
    500pts
  5. Shinobi (PS2, 2002) — ranked #55
    Shinobi (PS2, 2002)
    The stylish 2002 PlayStation 2 reboot starring the ninja Hotsuma.
    500pts
  6. Nightshade (Kunoichi) — ranked #66
    Nightshade (Kunoichi)
    The 2003 PS2 follow-up to the reboot starring female ninja Hibana.
    500pts
  7. The Revenge of Shinobi — ranked #77
    The Revenge of Shinobi
    The iconic 1989 Genesis action-platformer starring master ninja Joe Musashi.
    409pts
  8. Alex Kidd in Shinobi World — ranked #88
    Alex Kidd in Shinobi World
    A 1990 Master System parody crossing over Alex Kidd with the Shinobi universe.
    300pts
  9. Shinobi (1987) — ranked #99
    Shinobi (1987)
    The original Sega arcade game that launched the franchise.
    300pts
  10. Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi — ranked #1010
    Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi
    A 1990 Genesis sequel in which Joe Musashi fights alongside a loyal dog.
    300pts
  11. The GG Shinobi — ranked #1111
    The GG Shinobi
    A celebrated 1991 Game Gear entry blending platforming and hack-and-slash.
    0pts
  12. Shinobi II: The Silent Fury — ranked #1212
    Shinobi II: The Silent Fury
    The 1992 Game Gear sequel continuing the handheld ninja adventures.
    0pts

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