SEGA is thrilled to announce that SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, a brand-new 2D action platformer, comes out on August 29, 2025, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. Pre-orders are now open on the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam. Pre-order before 12:59 PM on August 29 (JST) and receive a 10% discount on the game!

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.

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. 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 many combos. Master the game’s combat and discover what it means to be a ninja.

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 to solve platforming puzzles and discover hidden routes. Each character and stage has 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!

Reserve Your Copy to Get 10% Off! Pre-orders for the Digital Deluxe Edition are Also Available!

You can now pre-order SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance on the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam. If you pre-order before 12:59 PM on August 29 (JST), you’ll get 10% off your purchase!

Pre-orders have also begun for the Digital Deluxe Edition, 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. Players who pre-ordered the Digital Deluxe Edition will also receive the Standard Edition pre-order bonuses and be allowed to play the game up to 3 days early.

Pre-order Bonuses

Standard Edition/Digital Deluxe Edition

• Original Arcade Outfit (In-game item)
• Fortune Hunter Amulet (In-game item)

Digital Deluxe Edition

• Up to 3 days (72 hours) of early access

*Excludes the Nintendo Switch version

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