Sega Master System · Platformer / Beat 'em Up
Ninja Gaiden
Deep cut
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Sims |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Ninja Gaiden |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Developed by Sims and published by SEGA, Ninja Gaiden arrived on the Sega Master System in 1992 as a platformer. It blends platformer and beat 'em up elements.
It landed about 6 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Prince of Persia and Master of Darkness.
It is part of the Ninja Gaiden series. The series also appears on other systems with Ninja Gaiden (NES) and Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos (NES). Sims also made Master of Darkness, Tom & Jerry: The Movie and Tecmo World Cup '93 for the Master System.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 Master System 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 Ninja Gaiden 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.
Ninja Gaiden cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Invincibility | 00DF-C815 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 00DF-C704 |
| Infinite Weapons | 00DF-C3E7 |
| Infinite Time | 00DF-B106 |
| Invincibility (Alternate) | 00CA-3CF1 |
| Bosses Are Never Invincible | 00CB-7C00 |
Ninja Gaiden walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Master System games today
The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.
Ninja Gaiden FAQ
When did Ninja Gaiden come out on the Master System?
Ninja Gaiden was released for the Sega Master System in 1992.
Who made Ninja Gaiden?
It was developed by Sims and published by SEGA.
Is Ninja Gaiden multiplayer?
No. Ninja Gaiden is a single-player game.
How long does Ninja Gaiden take to play?
As a platformer, Ninja Gaiden 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 Ninja Gaiden 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.