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Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi

Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi

1990 Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi
1990 Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
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About Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi

Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi is an action and Hack and slash/Beat 'em up game developed by Sega Enterprises, Ltd. and published by SEGA, released on 1 December 1990.

Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi, also known as just Shadow Dancer, is a side-scrolling action game produced by SEGA that was originally released for the SEGA Genesis in 1990. It has been re-released via downloading services such as the Wii's Virtual Console and Steam in 2010. It was also included in the Sega Genesis Collection for the PlayStation 2 and PlayStation Portable but it was omitted in PAL version (Sega Mega Drive Collection). It is the second game in the Shinobi series released for the Mega Drive, following The Revenge of Shinobi. However, it is not a continuation of the previous game, but rather a loose adaptation to the 1989 arcade game Shadow Dancer. Like in the original arcade game, the player controls a ninja followed by a canine companion. The Secret of Shinobi was well received by critics.

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A.D 1997, New York City Having vanquished the evil crime empire Neo Zeed, Shinobi was not heard from again. His combat ninja skills were not needed in a peaceful world. But a new threat arose. In a reptilian form that lived on vicious instinct alone. The colossal monster moved slowly and quietly, and its attack was relentless. The souls unfortunate enough to live became 'hostages' mass panic swept the streets. It remained only for Shinobi to take action. The ninja of the shadows. His weapons were stealth and quickness of attack. His only allies when facing over whelming force. Relying on ninja weapons and magic, Shinobi fought on. Assisted by his faithful dog. This is the story of their defiance..
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Action Hack and slash/Beat 'em up Platformer
Modes
Single player
Perspective
Side view
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What platforms is Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi available on?

Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi is available on PC, Genesis, Mac, Linux, Wii.

When was Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi released?

Shadow Dancer: The Secret of Shinobi was released on 1 December 1990, developed by Sega Enterprises, Ltd..