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North America November 10, 2002 SEGA
Europe May 15, 2003 SEGA
Japan December 5, 2002 SEGA

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Shinobi review

What of the game design we thrilled to in Shinobi III, the game most widely considered to epitomize Shinobi? What of double jumps and rainbow shuriken showers? Oh, they're still here. They just don't matter.

Marc Golding · April 19, 2005

Shinobi review

But then there are those who'll love the challenge, revel in the startlingly addictive gameplay, and see past the mundane-looking environments, amazing themselves with the slick, fashionable elegance the game's artwork possesses.

James Gordon · January 15, 2003

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Shinobi review

The Shinobi has series has been around for quite awhile, beginning as a simple arcade game. Since then, it has expanded and is now on the PS2. The game begins with a climatic and sad battle. The main character, Hotsuma, is forced to battle with his beloved brother for leadership…

heroofthewinds · July 2, 2004

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