Underplayed Gems

Ninja Issen (忍者一閃) (2023)

Ninja Issen (忍者一閃) cover
Developer
ASTEROID-J
Publisher
CFK Co., Ltd.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 82 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A relentless retro-style ninja platformer with neon-lit cyberpunk streets, fast one-versus-many combat, and a dark, oppressive atmosphere.

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What players say

Players praise the soundtrack and retro-futuristic art but are split on the gameplay. Many complain the visuals are a mess, making it hard to tell platforms from background and enemies from effects. The controls feel stiff to some, while others find the game forgiving with abundant checkpoints. The campaign is short, around three hours, with easy bosses but tricky platforming.

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