SEGA announce the return of SHINOBI with SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, a new 2D action platform game set in a special illustrated world created by Lizardcube, the studio behind Streets of Rage 4. First revealed at The Game Awards 2023 alongside other legacy SEGA franchises, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance will release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Nintendo Switch on August 29, 2025. It is now available for pre-order on select platforms.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance follows longtime series protagonist and master of the ninja arts, Joe Musashi, who arrives home from a previous adventure to find his village burned to the ground and his clan turned into stone. Driven by vengeance, Joe sets off on an epic quest, battling hordes of enemies and larger-than-life bosses across stunning hand-drawn worlds. Rife with multiple paths to discover or unlock and packed with smooth, satisfying gameplay, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance will have players attacking and reacting on the move— and keep them coming back for more.
Key Features:
Execute the Ninja Arts with Precision - Wield your vast ninja arsenal including the great Katana Oborozuki, Kunai, Ninjutsu arts, and Ninpo to vanquish your foes.
Master the Way of the Shinobi - Unleash limitless combos with unique combat moves, acquire Amulets for enhanced abilities, and discover Ningi tools to overcome obstacles and uncover new paths.
Journey Through a Stylistic New World - Venture through more than a dozen unique and visually striking stages, from military bases to a scorching desert, and tackle challenging platforming puzzles.
SKUs and Availability:
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is available now for pre-order on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Steam for $29.99. It will be available for pre-order on Nintendo eShop at a later date.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Digital Deluxe Edition ($39.99): Fans looking for the ultimate experience will receive early access to the game along with the Digital Deluxe Season Pass which includes:
Starter Pack with the Ghost Outfit, the Medic Lite Amulet, and In-Game Currency
Digital Art Book + Soundtrack
SEGA Villains Stage (Coming Early 2026) featuring bosses based on iconic SEGA villains!
Pre-order Bonus: Fans who pre-order the game will receive a 10% discount, the Original Arcade Outfit, and Fortune Hunter Amulet.
