Ninja Issen is a game that first popped onto our radar in Summer 2021, as it was confirmed for Switch as part of Indie Live Expo. Originally planned for a 2021 release, it's now been shifted to a target of Summer 2022 and could be a bit of a sneaky hit to watch.
As you can see in the trailer it's heavily stylised and is aiming to deliver a 'hyper ninja action experience', which seems like an accurate description. It combines this with a cyberpunk aesthetic and seemingly a soundtrack that'll keep you awake to the action.
It's back on our radar from a PR perspective because developer Asteroid-J - along with publisher CFK Co., Ltd. - are highlighting its inclusion in Steam Next Fest, with a fresh demo available on the platform.
It looks like the sort of game that could be a lot of fun on Switch; Nintendo's system is also the only console currently listed for the game.
Let us know what you think - is this on your radar ahead of its Summer release?
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I usually dig a good Ninja game but I'm not sure about this one yet. Loved the messenger and the more recent Cyber shadow. Both excellent Ninja games on switch!
Looks cool! Love the art style; excited to hear more about this one.
Looks like a cross between Cyber Shadow and Katana Zero……looks pretty great to be fair.
Nice nothing wrong with more shinobi like games.
The more ninjas the merrier! Looks good.
I’ve not gonna lie, that song is slammin’. I hope I get to play to that song.
Looks like it could be fun... I hope that dark cyberpunk robot having music is only tied to the trailer.
This is coming to the Nintendo Online Service right? lol
I love it's premise and it looks beautiful. Unfortunately, my eyes can't handle all the flashes and psychedelic colors. And I'm a sucker for Ninja games. If it has some accessibility options for near-blind Ninjas, I can get this off my Ninja Approval desk lol
Ugghh, I can't wait until this retro fad is over. Or at least far enough into the future until retro is something other than 8 & 16 bit games. If i didn't despise the look of those games, I'd give it a try. Oh well, if it's a 10/10, i may have to give in, but not otherwise.
I already bought Katana Zero once. I don't need a second one.
An NES Ninja Gaiden for the Switch generation. Respect.
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