Shinobi: Art of Vengeance – Rare Japanese Switch Physical Edition Unboxing & Gameplay

The legendary Shinobi series is back! Join Mr. Genki as he showcases Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, a brand-new entry in Sega’s classic ninja action series.
In this video, we celebrate the return of Joe Musashi – the iconic ninja hero – with a special focus on the rare Japanese physical Switch edition of the game and over an hour of gameplay captured on Nintendo Switch. Whether you’re a retro fan reminiscing about the old days or a collector excited about limited releases, this video has something for you!

What’s Inside the Video:

Series Throwback: Mr. Genki kicks things off with a dose of nostalgia, showing the original Shinobi games in their retro boxes. The Shinobi franchise began in arcades back in 1987 and includes classics like The Revenge of Shinobi (1989) on Sega Genesis. It’s been over a decade since the last Shinobi title (the 2011 3DS game), so fans of the ninja series will love this brief trip down memory lane.

Unboxing the Japanese Physical Edition: Next, we unbox the Japanese physical edition of Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. This limited Switch release isn’t widely available outside Japan, making it a real treat for collectors. The package design and game cartridge are on full display – and good news for international fans, the Japanese cartridge is multi-language and region-free, so you can play in English and other languages without issue. (This title is also available on our website Hobby Genki for those looking to grab a copy!)

1 Hour of Gameplay: Finally, stay tuned for 60+ minutes of gameplay as Mr. Genki dives into the first stages of Art of Vengeance. Experience the fast-paced 2D ninja action and gorgeous hand-drawn graphics created by Lizardcube – the team behind Streets of Rage 4.
Watch Joe Musashi perform acrobatic double-jumps, fling kunai, and unleash powerful Ninpo techniques on his enemies. The game blends classic Shinobi gameplay (shurikens, katana slashes, and magic attacks) with modern touches like fluid combos and even some Metroidvania-style exploration. If you loved the old Sega ninja games, you’ll appreciate how this new installment stays true to its roots while looking stunning on the Switch.

Game Info: Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is a 2025 action-platformer developed by Lizardcube and published by Sega, marking the grand return of the Shinobi franchise.
It launched in late August 2025 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The game features the return of Joe Musashi as the protagonist, a beautiful art style (inspired by Japanese ink paintings and classic Sega aesthetics), and music by Tee Lopes (of Sonic Mania fame) with contributions from Yuzo Koshiro (the original Revenge of Shinobi composer). This video will give you a great taste of the gameplay, from intense boss fights to the smooth platforming action that Shinobi is known for.

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