SEGA has confirmed that SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24.
Developed in collaboration with Lizardcube, the new SHINOBI entry brings series protagonist Joe Musashi to Nintendo's next-generation platform with both standard and Deluxe Edition options available at launch.
Release details and editions
The game is priced at £25 for the standard edition.
SEGA will offer a Deluxe Edition in both digital and physical formats.
Both Deluxe Editions include the SEGA Villains Stage DLC, which adds crossover encounters that pit Joe Musashi against three notable SEGA antagonists: Dr. Eggman (from Sonic the Hedgehog), Goro Majima (from the Like a Dragon/Yakuza series), and Death Adder (from Golden Axe).
Paraphrasing SEGA’s promotional messaging, the publisher emphasizes that SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance features sprawling, hand-drawn environments and branching routes, with gameplay focused on fluid movement and responsive combat that encourages replay and exploration.
What to expect on Nintendo Switch 2
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 (confirmed launch platform)
- Release date: September 24
- Price: £25 (standard edition)
- Editions: Digital Deluxe Edition and Physical Deluxe Edition (both include SEGA Villains Stage DLC)
Development and series context
Lizardcube, known for revitalizing classic franchises with modern visual treatments, partnered with SEGA on this title.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance continues the long-running series' focus on Joe Musashi, the franchise's staple protagonist and master ninja, and presents a blend of traditional side-scrolling action with contemporary hand-drawn presentation.
DLC crossover content
The SEGA Villains Stage DLC is highlighted as a key incentive in the Deluxe Editions.
It features three crossover boss encounters drawn from SEGA's broader catalog—Dr. Eggman, Goro Majima, and Death Adder—offering players high-profile matchups that connect SHINOBI to other SEGA properties.
Availability and purchasing
SEGA will distribute SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance on Nintendo Switch 2 via physical retail and digital storefronts, including Nintendo's eShop on launch day.
Players interested in the crossover DLC should consider the Deluxe Editions to access the SEGA Villains Stage content immediately.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance arrives as SEGA and Lizardcube bring classic ninja action to the Nintendo Switch 2 with a defined release date, clear pricing, and Deluxe Edition incentives for fans of the franchise and SEGA’s wider character roster.
Developed in collaboration with Lizardcube, the new SHINOBI entry brings series protagonist Joe Musashi to Nintendo's next-generation platform with both standard and Deluxe Edition options available at launch.
Release details and editions
The game is priced at £25 for the standard edition.
SEGA will offer a Deluxe Edition in both digital and physical formats.
Both Deluxe Editions include the SEGA Villains Stage DLC, which adds crossover encounters that pit Joe Musashi against three notable SEGA antagonists: Dr. Eggman (from Sonic the Hedgehog), Goro Majima (from the Like a Dragon/Yakuza series), and Death Adder (from Golden Axe).
Paraphrasing SEGA’s promotional messaging, the publisher emphasizes that SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance features sprawling, hand-drawn environments and branching routes, with gameplay focused on fluid movement and responsive combat that encourages replay and exploration.
What to expect on Nintendo Switch 2
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 (confirmed launch platform)
- Release date: September 24
- Price: £25 (standard edition)
- Editions: Digital Deluxe Edition and Physical Deluxe Edition (both include SEGA Villains Stage DLC)
Development and series context
Lizardcube, known for revitalizing classic franchises with modern visual treatments, partnered with SEGA on this title.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance continues the long-running series' focus on Joe Musashi, the franchise's staple protagonist and master ninja, and presents a blend of traditional side-scrolling action with contemporary hand-drawn presentation.
DLC crossover content
The SEGA Villains Stage DLC is highlighted as a key incentive in the Deluxe Editions.
It features three crossover boss encounters drawn from SEGA's broader catalog—Dr. Eggman, Goro Majima, and Death Adder—offering players high-profile matchups that connect SHINOBI to other SEGA properties.
Availability and purchasing
SEGA will distribute SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance on Nintendo Switch 2 via physical retail and digital storefronts, including Nintendo's eShop on launch day.
Players interested in the crossover DLC should consider the Deluxe Editions to access the SEGA Villains Stage content immediately.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance arrives as SEGA and Lizardcube bring classic ninja action to the Nintendo Switch 2 with a defined release date, clear pricing, and Deluxe Edition incentives for fans of the franchise and SEGA’s wider character roster.