Sega Game Gear · Platformer
Shinobi
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Shinobi |
| ESRB | E10+ |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Sega Game Gear in 1991, Shinobi is a platformer developed by SEGA.
It belongs to the Game Gear's earliest wave of games. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Crystal Warriors and Mappy.
It is part of the Shinobi series; on the Game Gear you can also try The G.G. Shinobi and Shinobi II: The Silent Fury. The series also appears on other systems with Shinobi (Master System) and Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master (Genesis). SEGA also made Sonic Drift, Sonic Drift 2 and Crystal Warriors for the Game Gear.
Shinobi is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Game Gear hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Shinobi is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Shinobi cheats & codes
10 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 21F-055-2A2 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 006-06D-3BE |
| Start With 6 Lives | 06B-75C-F72 |
| Start With 8 Lives | 08B-75C-F72 |
| Start With 9 Lives | 09B-75C-F72 |
| On Highway Stage, Jump Onto Road And Stop Traffic | 21E-BA5-2A2 |
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Playing Game Gear games today
Game Gear games are compact, colorful and closely related to the Master System library, so they are quick to dive into.
Shinobi FAQ
When did Shinobi come out on the Game Gear?
Shinobi was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1991.
Who made Shinobi?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Shinobi multiplayer?
No. Shinobi is a single-player game.
How long does Shinobi take to play?
As a platformer, 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.
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