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Super Nintendo · RPG / Strategy

Inindo: Way of the Ninja

Deep cut

SystemSuper Nintendo
Released1993 (originally 1991)
GenreRPG, Strategy
DeveloperKoei
PublisherKoei
Players1 player
CommitmentEpic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
SeriesNobunaga's Ambition
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Koei, Inindo: Way of the Ninja arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1993 as a role-playing game. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1991. It blends RPG and strategy elements.

It landed about 2 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1993 include Super Mario All-Stars, Secret of Mana and The Lost Vikings.

It is part of the Nobunaga's Ambition series. Koei also made Aerobiz, Romance of the Three Kingdoms IV: Wall of Fire and Uncharted Waters II: New Horizons for the SNES.

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

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
  • you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
  • you are looking for something to play with friends
  • you only have a few minutes at a time

What playing Inindo: Way of the Ninja is like

Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.

Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.

Inindo: Way of the Ninja gameplay screenshot on SNES
In-game screenshot (SNES)

Inindo: Way of the Ninja cheats & codes

46 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Special Note For All CodesN/A
Move People!55CD-0DDF
Energy Boost (5000 HP, 60000 Energy)55CD-D70F
Buy Stuff Cheap55C0-DD0F

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Inindo: Way of the Ninja walkthroughs & guides

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Playing SNES games today

The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.

Inindo: Way of the Ninja FAQ

When did Inindo: Way of the Ninja come out on the SNES?

Inindo: Way of the Ninja was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993; the original game dates back to 1991.

Who made Inindo: Way of the Ninja?

It was developed by Koei.

Is Inindo: Way of the Ninja multiplayer?

No. Inindo: Way of the Ninja is a single-player game.

How long does Inindo: Way of the Ninja take to play?

As a role-playing game, Inindo: Way of the Ninja typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Inindo: Way of the Ninja 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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