Ninja Gaiden Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Ninja Gaiden |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden is a platformer developed by Tecmo.
It is part of the Ninja Gaiden series; on the NES you can also try Ninja Gaiden, Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos and Ninja Gaiden III: The Ancient Ship of Doom. The series also appears on other systems with Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword (DS) and Ninja Gaiden Shadow (Game Boy). Tecmo also made Rygar, Mighty Bomb Jack and Tecmo Cup Soccer Game for the NES.
Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden 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 NES 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 Shadow Warriors: 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.
If you like Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden, the Matrix also picks…
Super Mario Bros. Classic
Super Mario Bros. 3 Classic
Super Mario Bros. 2 Classic
Ice Climber Classic Co-op
Mighty Bomb Jack Classic
Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden FAQ
Who made Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden multiplayer?
No. Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden is a single-player game.
How long does Shadow Warriors: Ninja Gaiden take to play?
As a platformer, Shadow Warriors: 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.
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