Back in 2023 during The Game Awards, Sega announced it was working on rebooting or reimagining several of its classic IPs, one of which was Shinobi. While we’ve had some leaks about the game since then, details remained scarce. However, during today’s PlayStation State of Play, we finally got an official name, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, and a release date — and it’s sooner than expected, August 29, 2025.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance follows the 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.
It’s good to finally have a release date for this – given that I have been a massive fan of Shinobi, dating back to the Sega Master System and Arcades. I’m looking forward on taking Shinobi: Art of Vengeance for a spin.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance will be available for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and PC (Steam) on August 29, 2025.
