Get ready — SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance arrives on Friday, August 29! The iconic SHINOBI series returns in an all-new 2D action platformer created by Lizardcube, the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4 and SEGA. This title brings Joe Musashi‘s quest for revenge to life with a vibrant hand-drawn look. Players must overcome stages filled with obstacles and take down foes with a vast array of combos. Master the game’s combat and discover what it means to be a ninja. Currently, a free DEMO of this game is also available.
Journey Through a Stylistic New World
Venture through more than a dozen unique stages, ranging from military bases to the scorching desert. As you travel through these vibrant locations, you must use every Ninjutsu at your disposal to solve platforming puzzles and discover hidden routes. Each character and stage have been crafted in stunning detail, letting players fully immerse themselves in Joe Musashi‘s journey.
Master the Way of the Shinobi
In SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, smooth and dynamic animations blend with fast-paced action to create an unmatched combat experience. Unleash Joe Musashi’s vast ninja arsenal, including his Katana, Kunai, Ninjutsu arts, and Ninpo to vanquish your foes. Enhance his abilities with Amulets, execute combos, use the right techniques to adapt to your situation, and create your own battle style!
Story
When the legendary Shinobi Joe Musashi, master of the ninja arts, finds his village burned to the ground and his clan turned into stone, he must set off on a quest for vengeance, ready to face an unparalleled evil.
Characters and Stages
Joe Musashi
The protagonist and the head of the Oboro Clan, a tribe of ninjas that has protected peace from within the shadows for generations. Though he’s a man of few words, his clan puts their utmost trust in him.
Lord Ruse
The mastermind behind paramilitary organization ENE Corp. He commands his troops with callous tact and an iron fist. Fearing the might of the Oboro Clan, he sets in motion a plan to eliminate them once and for all.
…and more!
Stage: Oboro Village
On a training excursion to Oboro Village, Musashi and his students encounter rival ninjas and discover that the village is under attack. Master jumping, rolling, and other basic commands as you glide across the dojo and bamboo groves!
Stage: The Chase
When Ruse leaves Oboro Village alongside a colossal beast, Musashi gives chase atop Yamato. Race through this bonus stage while dodging flames, kunai, and other hazards!
… and more!
Digital Deluxe Edition Also Available!
You can currently pre-order SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance on the PlayStation Store! Pre-order before 12:59 PM on August 29 (JST) to get 10%* off your purchase! The Digital Deluxe Edition is also available for pre-order, which includes the base game, a Starter Pack filled with in-game items, the SEGA Villains Stage (releasing early 2026), which features bosses based on iconic SEGA villains, Digital Art Book + Soundtrack.
Contents of the Digital Deluxe Edition
- Base Game
- Digital Deluxe Upgrade
- Starter Pack (Ghost Outfit, Medic Lite Amulet, and In-Game Currency)
- SEGA Villains Stage (Coming Early 2026)
- Digital Artbook and Soundtrack
*The PlayStation Store discount is only available for PlayStation Plus subscribers.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Product Information:
| Title | SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance |
| Release Date | August 29, 2025 (Fri) |
| Platform | PlayStation®5 / PlayStation®4 *No physical version available for PlayStation®4 |
| Languages | Subtitles: Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese (Traditional, Simplified) |
| Website | https://asia.sega.com/shinobi-art-of-vengeance/en/ |
| Copyright | ⒸSEGA |
