Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Physical Editions Announced for Nintendo Switch by Limited Run Games and SEGA

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Physical Editions Announced for Nintendo Switch by Limited Run Games and SEGA The iconic ninja franchise makes a formidable return to the Nintendo Switch with a newly confirmed physical release for Shinobi: Art of Vengeance.

Developed by the acclaimed team behind Streets of Rage 4 and published by SEGA, the game revitalizes the classic Shinobi series with modern flair, merging hand-drawn visuals and fast-paced 2D action.

Today, publisher Limited Run Games officially unveiled plans for multiple boxed editions—delighting both physical collectors and dedicated fans of the legendary Shinobi saga. Shinobi: Art of Vengeance will be available not only as a standard standalone package, but also in two premium physical formats: the Classic Edition and the Collector’s Edition.

These special releases come as a result of a partnership between SEGA and Limited Run Games, known for their expertise in delivering high-quality physical versions of digital favorites.

The game will make its digital debut on the Nintendo eShop in August 2025, with pre-orders for the physical editions scheduled to open on May 30, 2025. A Modern Take on a Timeless Classic Taking up the mantle of Shinobi Joe Musashi, players are immersed in a gripping quest for vengeance after a devastating attack leaves their village in ruins and their clan turned to stone.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance delivers a fresh 2D platforming experience, boasting a distinctive hand-drawn art style and fluid combat systems.

Players wield an arsenal of ninja tools, including the famed Katana Oborozuki, Kunai, Ninjutsu arts, and Ninpo abilities.

The game challenges players to unleash intricate combos, gather powerful amulets, and utilize Ningi tools to navigate diverse environments and uncover hidden secrets across more than a dozen stages. Physical Editions: What’s Inside? As outlined by Limited Run Games, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance will be available in three major configurations on the Nintendo Switch: - Standard Edition: Includes the game and all core content. - Classic Edition: Features the game (with DLC), the exclusive Ghost Outfit, SEGA Villains Stage Downloadable Content, Medic Lite Amulet, a digital art book and soundtrack, 2000 in-game gold, and collectible packaging with a deluxe clamshell case and steelbook. - Collector’s Edition: Offers everything in the Classic Edition, plus an official deluxe soundtrack CD, a hardcover artbook, an 8-inch tall Joe Musashi statue, an individually numbered shikishi board illustrated by Ben Fiquet, and a brand-new issue of SEGA Visions Magazine. Limited Run Games emphasized that pre-orders for all physical versions, including the coveted Collector’s Edition, will begin on May 30, 2025.

The boxed editions will be available worldwide, appealing to long-time fans and newcomers eager to experience this new chapter in the Shinobi legacy. The return of Shinobi: Art of Vengeance to Nintendo Switch underscores SEGA’s ongoing commitment to honoring its classic franchises for modern audiences.

Collectors and fans can look forward to securing these exclusive editions, ensuring that the legacy of Joe Musashi continues on one of Nintendo’s most popular platforms.

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