description Ninja Gaiden Overview
Ninja Gaiden is a 1988 hack-and-slash platform game created by Tecmo for the Nintendo Entertainment System. It was initially released in Japan in December 1988, with North American distribution following in March 1989 and European release in August 1991. The title has since been ported to various platforms including PC Engine and Super NES.
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info Ninja Gaiden Specifications
| Country | Japan |
| Year | 1988 |
help Ninja Gaiden FAQ
Who is Ryu Hayabusa fighting in the NES Ninja Gaiden?
Ryu Hayabusa travels to America after receiving a letter connected to his missing father, Ken. He eventually battles Jaquio, a cult leader trying to revive the demon Jashin with two ancient statues.
When did Ninja Gaiden release on NES?
Tecmo released the Famicom version in Japan on December 9, 1988, and the NES version reached North America in March 1989. Europe received it in 1991 under the title Shadow Warriors.
Why is the NES Ninja Gaiden known for cutscenes?
Ninja Gaiden used anime-style cinematic scenes between stages, which was unusually ambitious for an NES action game in 1988. Those scenes helped make Ryu's revenge story feel more dramatic than a typical side-scrolling platformer.
How many main acts are in the NES Ninja Gaiden?
The NES game is structured around six acts with multiple stages inside them. Its late-game difficulty, especially the final stretch and boss sequence, is one reason it remains notorious among retro players.
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