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Game Boy Advance · Action / Platformer

The Revenge of Shinobi

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SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2002
GenreAction, Platformer
Developer3d6 Games
PublisherSEGA
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesShinobi
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

The Revenge of Shinobi is an action game released in 2002 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by 3d6 Games and published by SEGA. It blends action and platformer elements.

It came out in the GBA's second year on the market. Other notable GBA releases from 2002 include Sonic Advance 2, Metroid Fusion and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Four Swords.

It is part of the Shinobi series. The series also appears on other systems with Shinobi (Master System) and Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master (Genesis). 3d6 Games also made Tetris Worlds for the GBA.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing The Revenge of Shinobi is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

The Revenge of Shinobi gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

The Revenge of Shinobi cheats & codes

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The Revenge of Shinobi walkthroughs & guides

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The Revenge of Shinobi FAQ

When did The Revenge of Shinobi come out on the GBA?

The Revenge of Shinobi was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.

Who made The Revenge of Shinobi?

It was developed by 3d6 Games and published by SEGA.

Is The Revenge of Shinobi multiplayer?

No. The Revenge of Shinobi is a single-player game.

How long does The Revenge of Shinobi take to play?

As an action game, The Revenge of Shinobi typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about The Revenge of Shinobi on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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