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Nintendo DS · Action

Ninja Reflex

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreAction
DeveloperSanzaru Games
PublisherNunchuck Games
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Nintendo DS, Ninja Reflex is an action game developed by Sanzaru Games and published by Nunchuck Games.

Ninja Reflex supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Ninja Reflex 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.

Ninja Reflex gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Ninja Reflex cheats & codes

11 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:

Red Belt22140274 00000001
Yellow Belt22140274 00000002
Orange Belt22140274 00000003
Blue Belt22140274 00000004
Green Belt22140274 00000005
Purple Belt22140274 00000006

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Ninja Reflex walkthroughs & guides

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Ninja Reflex FAQ

Who made Ninja Reflex?

It was developed by Sanzaru Games and published by Nunchuck Games.

Is Ninja Reflex multiplayer?

Yes. Ninja Reflex supports up to 2 players.

How long does Ninja Reflex take to play?

As an action game, Ninja Reflex 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 Reflex 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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