Shinobi is back in full 3D after eight years<\/p>\n
Friday 27th May 2011 \u2013 SEGA\u00ae Europe Ltd. and SEGA\u00ae of America, Inc. today announced Shinobi\u2122 exclusively for Nintendo 3DS\u2122. Developed by Griptonite Games, Shinobi is the long anticipated return of the fan favourite 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\u2122 and a large assortment of achievements and challenges to unlock.<\/p>\n
\u201cFor years the fans have been asking for a new Shinobi,\u201d said Gary Knight, Senior Vice President of Marketing of SEGA West. \u201cWith Shinobi on Nintendo 3DS we\u2019re able to answer their prayers and bring this legendary series to the next level.\u201d<\/p>\n
Shinobi tells the story of Jiro Musashi, the leader of the Oboro clan and father of Joe Musashi, the hero of the first iterations of Shinobi. Players will become a true ninja legend by mastering a brand new combo system switching between melee, ranged and acrobatic attacks. They will also need to rely on Jiro\u2019s ninja magic to get an advantage over their enemies and get out of tight spots.<\/p>\n
Shinobi will be released for Nintendo 3DS in September 2011.<\/p>\n