Publisher and developer ININ Games has announced that pre-orders for Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn on Xbox and Nintendo Switch are now live. Alongside this, a playable demo is now available for Xbox, with PlayStation and Nintendo Switch versions arriving soon. The demo offers Xbox players a small sneak peek into what they can expect from the full version of Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn before its official launch later this month.
The free demo features the complete first level of Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn which can be played in either solo or with a friend. After experiencing the game, pre-order your copy directly from the Xbox and Nintendo eShop to ensure you’re among the first to continue the adventure upon release. Check out the latest demo release announcement trailer for the game below to see the game in action:
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Key features of the game include:
- An Arsenal of Deadly Weapons: Hayate and Kaede will have an expanded array of weaponry, including caltrops, shuriken, and more, departing from the NES original to offer a richer combat experience.
- Jungle of Concrete and Steel: Navigate through five completely recreated stages filled with devious traps and challenging platform puzzles, plus an entirely new sixth stage.
- Two Ninjas are Better Than One: Enjoy the critically acclaimed couch co-op mode, where you and a friend can team up for double the action and strategy.
- A Fresh New Look: The game boasts beautiful modern in-game sprite art that faithfully updates the 8-bit original, bringing a vibrant new aesthetic to the classic gameplay.
- Bringin’ It Back to the 90’s: Enjoy key visuals and characters illustrated by Dynamic Productions, the same remarkable illustrators behind the original 90’s title.
- A Star-Studded, Rockin’ Soundtrack: Play along to the electrifying guitar riffs and fast-paced retro melodies by the legendary Hiroyuki Iwatsuki and Iku Mizutani, enhancing the immersive experience.
For hardcore collectors and retro music aficionados, a Digital Deluxe Edition will also be released for PS4/PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam at €24.99. This special edition includes the dynamic digital soundtrack created by the legendary composers Iku Mizutani and Hiroyuki Iwatsuki.
If interested in playing it, you can pre-order the game on your favorite platform right now. Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn is slated for release on August 29, 2024, on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Steam, priced at €19.99. Additional details about the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation demo release will be announced later while you can jump into the Xbox demo right now.
Would you be interested in playing the Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn demo on the Xbox or would you rather wait for the full release and play on a different platform? Let us know in the comments section below.
