SEGA revives Shinobi on Nintendo 3DS

SEGA has announced the revival of a long awaited follow-up to the side-scrolling action title Shinobi, now heading straight for Nintendo 3DS.

SEGA today announced Shinobi exclusively for Nintendo 3DS. Developed by Griptonite Games, Shinobi is the long anticipated return of the fan favorite series and includes the classic side-scrolling action gameplay players have loved since the original. Coming to stores in September 2011, Shinobi introduces several exciting new features such as StreetPass and a large assortment of achievements and challenges to unlock.

"For years the fans have been asking for a new Shinobi," said Gary Knight, Senior Vice President of Marketing of SEGA West. "With Shinobi on Nintendo 3DS we are able to answer their prayers and bring this legendary series to the next level."

Betrayed by your friend you must battle an ancient and evil clan in this epic reboot of the acclaimed Shinobi series... Shinobi captures the classic side-scrolling action from the original Shinobi games. This coupled with intense combat in exotic locations and over the top boss encounters is what players have loved since the early days of the series.

Exclusively developed for the Nintendo 3DS, Shinobi is presented in stunning 3D visuals while introducing several exciting new features and challenges that Shinobi veterans and newcomers will equally enjoy.

Screenshots of Shinobi for Nintendo 3DS

Features:

• A classic reborn Re-experience the classic gameplay of the original Shinobi titles, with a modern twist. Pattern-based enemies, twitch gameplay and side-scrolling action all come together with an updated and unique visual 3D style, deeper combat, and all-new challenges.
• Fast and furious Ninja Combat Defeat enemies with skill and style as you switch between ranged, melee and acrobatic attacks on the fly. And rely on your Ninja magic to get you out of tight spots and give you advantage during intense fights.
• Retro StreetPass challenge Use the groundbreaking StreetPass feature to unlock unique Retro Challenge Maps and play as Joe Musashi, the legendary character from the original game.
• Bcome a master ninja With a brand new combo system to master, a host of achievements to unlock and challenge maps to complete, you will want to return again and again to better your score and ranking. Watch recorded replays to help find your weaknesses and perfect your Ninja skills.

Shinobi will be released for Nintendo 3DS in September 2011.

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